Triple Play Farm LLC
Kannapolis, North Carolina
Triple Play Farm is a privately owned therapy and learning center on a farm between Davidson, Mooresville and Kannapolis, North Carolina. It offers equine-assisted psychotherapy and nature-based counseling sessions, along with equine-facilitated learning for groups. It serves clients aged 12 and up.
- Equine-facilitated psychotherapy
- Animal-assisted and nature-based therapy sessions
- Individual, couples, family and group sessions
- Equine-facilitated learning for groups and individuals
- Corporate and team-building programs
- Continuing education for mental health professionals
- Teens and adults aged 12 and up
- Individuals, couples and families
- Veterans
- School, church and scout groups
- Corporate teams
- Mental health professionals
More about this center
About the Program
Triple Play Farm says it has worked with horses and other animals as an alternative to traditional talk therapy since 2010. Every therapy session is co-led by a North Carolina licensed mental health professional and a certified equine specialist. The farm says it is a PATH Intl. Premier Accredited Center, and its equine specialists are certified through PATH Intl., Natural Lifemanship and/or EAGALA.
Sessions may include observing, leading, grooming and caring for the animals, groundwork and trick training. Mounted work is used only when there is a therapeutic reason, and no horse experience is needed. The farm describes its work as outpatient behavioral health services and says it is not a therapeutic riding program for people with physical disabilities. Individual, couples and family sessions typically last one hour, and group sessions about 90 minutes.
Equine-Facilitated Learning
For groups such as school classes, church groups, scouts and corporate staff, the farm offers non-clinical equine-facilitated learning focused on goals like communication, personal growth and team building. Sessions are led by at least one certified equine specialist and can run from a single full day to one hour a week for six weeks. Cost is about $30 per person per hour, as listed, and the farm will tailor proposals to a group's needs and budget.
The Staff
Founder and owner Kristen Batchelor, MA, LCMHCA, is a PATH Intl. Certified Equine Specialist and Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor. The team also includes therapist Cait Allison, MSW, LCSW, and program director Tracy Byrnes, a PATH Intl. Equine Specialist and Therapeutic Riding Instructor. As a for-profit business, the farm does not use volunteers.
Location
The farm is at 8864 Wright Road, Kannapolis, NC 28081, between Davidson, Mooresville and Kannapolis, behind a stone gated entrance with white farm fencing. The farm asks that people not visit without an appointment.
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Common Questions
Answered from the center’s own website and public records.
How do I get started?
Call 704-608-8441 to schedule an intake appointment with a therapist. A physician referral is not required.
Does Triple Play Farm take insurance?
The farm's therapists are private pay only. Payment is due at the time of service by cash, check or credit card, and clients can request a detailed receipt to submit for possible out-of-network reimbursement.
Is this a riding program?
No. The farm offers mental health and learning sessions, not riding lessons, and mounted work is used only when there is a therapeutic reason. Families looking for therapeutic riding for physical disabilities will need a different program.
What ages does the farm serve?
The farm serves clients aged 12 and up.
Location
Kannapolis, North Carolina 28081
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.