Worthy Stables
Petal, Mississippi
Worthy Stables Therapeutic Horsemanship is a nonprofit equestrian center in Petal, Mississippi, that describes itself as a PATH Intl. member center. It offers mounted and unmounted horsemanship programs for people with cognitive, physical or behavioral differences, veterans, children in foster care and women recovering from trauma.
- Therapeutic riding (Exceptional Equestrians)
- Equine experiential learning with one-on-one mentoring (Stable Moments)
- Veteran horsemanship (Boots on the Ground, Battle Buddy, WarHorse)
- Women's trauma recovery horsemanship group (W.O.R.T.H.)
- Horsemanship for Homeschoolers (9-week classes)
- Summer day camp for ages 7 to 13
- Merit badge days and camp-outs for youth groups
- Individual riding lessons and play days
- Children and adults with cognitive, physical or behavioral differences
- People who use mobility devices
- Children who have experienced foster care or developmental trauma
- Military veterans, including those with TBI or PTSD
- Women who have experienced sexual assault or trauma
- Homeschool students
- Scout and youth groups
More about this center
About the Program
Founder Jessie Mathias opened Worthy Stables in 2017 to address a lack of accessible activities and therapeutic services in the area for people with disabilities and other challenges. Its GuideStar profile lists inclusivity, safety and individual attention as its guiding principles, and says services are open to anyone who would benefit.
Exceptional Equestrians is its core therapeutic riding program. Stable Moments is an unmounted program in which children who have experienced foster care or custodial upheaval are mentored one-on-one while building a relationship with a horse. Boots on the Ground is an entry-level program where veterans learn basic horse training and can move on to the Battle Buddy and WarHorse riding programs.
According to local news coverage, staff help riders during rides and the center has adapted equipment for riders who need accommodations.
The Staff
According to the center's website, Mathias is a PATH Intl. Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor (CTRI) and has worked in equine-assisted services since 2008. The staff page also lists two more CTRIs, an instructor, an instructor training toward CTRI certification, and an Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning.
Location
Worthy Stables is at 502 Sheeplo Loop, Petal, MS 39465.
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Common Questions
Answered from the center’s own website and public records.
How do I sign up?
The center posts a participant application on its website and takes session bookings through an online portal. For questions about which program fits, call (601) 337-8414.
How much do sessions cost?
Call (601) 337-8414 to ask about current rates, and see our guide to equine therapy costs for general context.
Is there a program for veterans?
Yes. Boots on the Ground is open to veterans with or without physical injury, TBI, PTSD or difficulty adjusting to civilian life, and leads to the Battle Buddy and WarHorse riding programs.
Location
Petal, Mississippi 39465
Questions to Ask When You Call
The center is the best source for these answers.
- Are you running now, and taking new riders?Start here. We couldn’t confirm a current schedule.
- Which ages and needs do you work with?Ask about experience with your rider’s specific condition.
- Is a licensed PT, OT or speech therapist involved?Therapist-led hippotherapy is usually the only kind insurance may cover.
- What does a session cost, and are there scholarships?Many nonprofit programs offer sliding scales or sponsored spots.
- Do you have a mounting ramp or lift?Important for riders who use a wheelchair or need help mounting.