Your Questions Answered
Beginning therapy often brings many questions. This guide offers clear details on our counselling and equine-assisted sessions in Benalla, including fee structures, booking processes and what you can expect during your visit.
Counselling FAQs
What can I expect in a first session?
Who is counselling for at Sky View?
How does the process work?
Is therapy confidential?
The first session is an opportunity to get to know each other, talk about what has brought you to counselling and discuss what you would like support with. There is no pressure to share everything at once, and sessions progress at a pace that feels comfortable for you.
Counselling is available for adults, children and young people. Sessions are tailored to each person’s age, individual needs, experiences, strengths and goals.
After booking an appointment, we will begin by discussing your needs and what you hope to gain from counselling. Together, we can consider an approach that feels appropriate and comfortable for you.
Your privacy and confidentiality are important. Information shared during therapy is treated confidentially in accordance with professional and legal requirements. There are some circumstances where information may need to be shared for safety or legal reasons, and these limits will be discussed with you.
Equine-Assisted Therapy FAQs
What is a typical session like?
Sessions are grounded in gentle, non-riding activities with horses, such as observation, simple interaction and being present in a quiet rural environment. What happens in a session depends on your needs, comfort and goals, and there is space to move at a pace that feels manageable for you.
How do horses help in therapy?
Horses are naturally sensitive and responsive to their surroundings, which can create opportunities for observation, reflection and learning about ourselves within a professionally facilitated therapeutic process. The focus is on how you experience and make sense of these interactions, rather than on horses ‘fixing’ or ‘curing’ difficulties.
Is it safe, and do I need horse experience?
Safety is a priority. Sessions are designed around ground-based activities, and you will be supported in how to safely be around and interact with the horses. You do not need any prior horse experience, and activities are adapted to your comfort level and needs.
General & Logistics
Our Location
Sky View is located in a peaceful rural setting in the Benalla, VIC region. The outdoor environment is an important part of the therapeutic setting. Location and arrival information will be provided when booking.
Session Length & Fees
Adults — $120 per session | 60 minutes
Youth 13yo-17yo — $100 per sessions I 50 minutes
Children — $80 per session | 40 minutes
These fees apply to both counselling and equine-assisted therapy.
Cancellations & Consistency
A minimum of 48 hours’ notice is requested if you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment.
Accessibility & What to Wear
As sessions take place in a rural outdoor environment, please wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing. Closed-toe shoes are required for equine-assisted therapy. The property may include uneven or muddy ground depending on the weather.
Equine-Assisted Therapy FAQs
Do I need experience with horses?
No. You do not need any previous experience with horses to participate in equine-assisted therapy. Activities are tailored to your individual comfort, needs and goals.
Does equine-assisted therapy involve riding?
No. All equine-assisted therapy at Sky View is ground-based. Horse riding is not offered as part of the service.
Do I have to interact with a horse?
No. Choice, safety and comfort are important parts of the therapeutic process. You will not be pressured to touch or interact with a horse, and activities can be adapted to suit your comfort level.
What should I wear?
Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing and closed-toe shoes. As Sky View is a rural property, the ground may be uneven, wet or muddy at times.