Equine Therapeutic Learning Center (ETLC) was a nonprofit equine-assisted services organization serving the Spokane-area community in Washington. The organization used horses as partners in therapeutic and educational experiences for individuals with physical, emotional, and cognitive disabilities. Historical sources identify ETLC as an equine-assisted therapy organization co-founded by Jocelyn Stott, with its operations associated with the Liberty Lake/Greenacres area east of Spokane.
The program’s philosophy centered on the horse-human relationship and the unique qualities of horses as partners in therapeutic experiences. ETLC was included in national directories of equine-assisted and therapeutic programs in Washington, and its historical nonprofit records identify it as an animal-related charitable organization.
About This Program
Equine Therapeutic Learning Center provided equine-assisted experiences for individuals with a range of physical, emotional, and cognitive disabilities. The organization’s work incorporated therapeutic interaction with horses as a way to create opportunities for learning, personal development, and connection.
Historical references specifically describe Jocelyn Stott, one of the organization’s co-founders, working with horses in equine-assisted therapy at ETLC. The organization was also listed in a national equine-therapy registry under Liberty Lake, Washington, placing it within the greater Spokane-area therapeutic riding community.
Services Offered
- Equine-assisted therapy
- Therapeutic horse-human interaction
- Equine-assisted learning experiences
- Horse-centered developmental activities
- Programs for individuals with physical disabilities
- Programs for individuals with emotional disabilities
- Programs for individuals with cognitive disabilities
- Experiential activities involving horses
- Educational and therapeutic equine experiences
Who They Serve
Equine Therapeutic Learning Center may be good for:
- Individuals with physical disabilities
- Individuals with emotional challenges
- Individuals with cognitive disabilities
- Children and adults who may benefit from equine-assisted activities
- People seeking horse-centered therapeutic experiences
- Families looking for equine-assisted resources in the Spokane Valley area
- Participants who respond positively to experiential and animal-assisted learning
Facility and Setting
Equine Therapeutic Learning Center was associated with the Greenacres/Liberty Lake area of Spokane County, providing access to a rural equestrian environment outside Spokane. National equine therapy records list the organization in Liberty Lake, while business and nonprofit records associate its headquarters and mailing address with the same community.
The organization’s horse-centered setting provided an alternative to conventional clinical environments. Horses were selected and used as therapeutic partners, with the interactions between participants and animals forming an important component of the program’s approach.
What Makes Them Unique
Equine Therapeutic Learning Center was distinguished by its focus on the horse-human relationship as a therapeutic and learning resource. Its programs were designed for individuals with physical, emotional, and cognitive disabilities, using horses to create experiences that could support personal development and therapeutic goals.
The organization also had a documented presence in the Washington equine-assisted services community. A national registry lists ETLC among Washington therapeutic/equine-assisted organizations, alongside programs such as Free Rein Therapeutic Riding and Animals As Natural Therapy.
Directory status note: Current public information about ETLC is limited. Historical nonprofit records identify a Liberty Lake mailing address, and a former treasurer’s professional history shows involvement with the organization from 2013 through 2015. Because of this, the organization should be treated as a historical listing unless its current operation can be confirmed through the Facebook page or another current source.