Is PTSD, anxiety or depression affecting you or someone you care about ? We are here to help.
Hearts Landing Ranch in Granite Bay, California offers Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) with rescued horses to help individuals and families overcome mental health challenges.
Hearts Landing Ranch is the only EAGALA Military certified facility in Northern California.
Take the first step towards wellness by completing the client application.

At Hearts Landing Ranch, we specialize in equine-assisted therapy for veterans facing PTSD, Military Sexual Trauma (MST), anxiety, and emotional challenges. Located in the heart of Northern California, our program is proudly the region’s only Eagala-certified military-designated site, offering a trauma-informed path to healing through meaningful, nonverbal connection with horses.
Unlike traditional talk therapy, equine-assisted psychotherapy (EAP) uses ground-based experiences with horses to help veterans process and heal from trauma. Our sessions are led by a licensed mental health professional, a certified equine specialist, and our incredible rescued horses, many of whom have overcome trauma themselves.
Whether you're a combat veteran, transitioning back to civilian life, or carrying the silent wounds of Military Sexual Trauma, our program offers a safe, confidential space to begin again. We understand military culture and the unique challenges that come with service, which is why many veterans find faster breakthroughs and deeper healing with horses.
"I don’t expect a quick fix to any of my PTSD and anxiety, but in attending this equine therapy enabled me to think, act, talk, and express my feelings and emotions about things I haven’t been able to express before, and I did so in a very safe and comfortable environment."
🟢 Participant, EAGALA-Certified Military Program, Fall 2024
Serving Northern California, we welcome veterans from El Dorado and Placer counties to the greater San Francisco Bay Area. Whether you're searching for PTSD treatment with horses, nontraditional trauma therapy, or a military-specific equine therapy program, Hearts Landing Ranch is here to walk beside you every step of the way.
You Don’t Have to Heal Alone !
If you're ready to explore equine therapy in Northern California, we invite you to call us at (279)529-8279. Discover how rescued horses helping veterans is more than a mission—it’s a movement of hope, healing, and heart.
Thanks to our generous donors, nearly 70% of our clients receive partial or full scholarships.
Support Hearts Landing Ranch With a Gift of Stock
Donating stock is a meaningful way to support the healing work we do at Hearts Landing Ranch. Your gift helps us provide Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy to individuals and families dealing with trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and more.
When you donate appreciated stock, you may avoid capital gains taxes and receive a charitable tax deduction. It's a smart and simple way to make a lasting impact.
Together, we can restore lives—one share at a time.
How to Donate Stock:
Receiving Firm: LPL Financial
DTC Number: 0075
Account Number: 1597-6490
Account Name: Hearts Landing Ranch
Tax ID (EIN): 47-4825801
Mailing Address: 8902 Quail Lane, Granite Bay, CA 95746
Phone: (279) 529-8279
Contact Person: Donna Eckwortzel
Have questions or ready to give? Reach out today and discover how easy it is to change lives through a gift of stock.
Hearts Landing Ranch: Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP)
At Hearts Landing Ranch, we’re dedicated to offering compassionate support through our unique approach to mental health care. Our Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) program is designed to help individuals and families dealing with various mental health challenges.
Our Therapy Horses:
All of our therapy horses at Hearts Landing Ranch have their own stories of resilience. These incredible animals were rescued after facing abandonment and the threat of being sent to slaughter.
Now, they’ve transformed into compassionate partners in healing.
We Specialize in Supporting:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Eating Disorders
- Sexual Trauma
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- And more...
- Personalized Care: Our therapy horses are uniquely attuned to your emotional needs, providing a supportive and empathetic presence.
- Diverse Team: Our Therapy Team consists of a Mental Health Professional, a Certified Equine Specialist and 1-9 horses. With a range of horse sizes and personalities, we can match you with the right equine partner for your healing journey.
- Peaceful Environment: Our ranch offers a peaceful, natural setting where you can explore your feelings and work through your challenges with the guidance of our experienced team.
​ Join us in the journey towards healing and hope. Your time, your support, your contribution - they all make a difference.
Donate today and be a catalyst for change in our community.
- Vehicle Donations are a unique and impactful giving option that helps Hearts Landing Ranch support our Equine Assisted Psychotherapy programs. Your unwanted car, truck, boat, motorcycle, SUV or even plane can be accepted (from anywhere in the U.S.) as a donation. Your generosity qualifies for a tax deduction and we’ll do all the heavy lifting. The pick-up is free and we’ll schedule it during a time that’s convenient for you. Call our partner in this process, Charitable Adult Rides @855-500-RIDE (7433) now or click the button below to get started!
Address:
8902 Quail Ln, Granite Bay, CA 95746 Phone: (279) 529-8279 Email: heartslandingranch@gmail.com No drop ins. Please contact us to schedule a time to visit. Thank you! |