Couples Work

At California Woodland Institute, we offer nature-based, experiential couples therapy that helps partners deepen connection, improve communication, and navigate relational challenges in a supportive, immersive environment. Our work integrates equine-assisted therapy, ecotherapy, and depth-oriented psychotherapy, creating a powerful space for couples to explore their relationship beyond traditional talk therapy.

  • Two horses standing in a sandy paddock under a large tree with a metal fence in the background on a sunny day.

    Private Couples Sessions

    Our private couples therapy sessions provide a personalized, in-depth approach to relationship healing and growth. These sessions are designed for couples who want to:
    Improve communication and emotional attunement
    Identify and shift unhealthy relational patterns
    Heal from past wounds or conflicts
    Deepen intimacy and trust
    Explore shared values and life direction

    Sessions take place in person at our offices in Ojai, Ventura, or Los Angeles, as well as online via Zoom for clients throughout California. For couples who want to incorporate equine therapy into their work, we offer experiential, non-riding sessions with horses at our Ojai ranch. Horses provide real-time feedback on relational dynamics, helping couples develop greater emotional awareness, trust, and presence.

    Session Format:

    90-120 minute sessions

    Available weekly, biweekly, or as-needed

    In-person (Ojai, Ventura, Los Angeles) or online (Zoom) throughout California

    Equine-assisted couples therapy available at our ranch in Ojai