SERVICES
EQUINE ASSISTED THERAPY
One-on-one counselling session
​
Experience the transformative power of Equine Assisted Therapy in a personalised one-on-one session tailored to your unique needs and goals.
Pricing:
-
Private Participants: $156.16 including GST per session.
-
NDIS Participants: $156.16 per session. Services are billed under NDIS line item 15_043_0128_1_3. If this line item doesn’t align with your plan, please reach out to us for alternative options.
Session Details:
-
Duration: 1 hour of hands-on therapy, plus additional time for session preparation and case note documentation.
-
Experience: Each session is a fully immersive, individualised experience that promotes self-discovery and self-awareness. Our experienced practitioner guide you through meaningful interactions with our horses, supporting you in real-time through insightful reflections.
Additional Information:
-
Sessions are conducted on the ground, with mounted sessions available after completing a minimum of three sessions (weight limit: 75kg).
-
All sessions take place outdoors. Please come prepared with appropriate weather gear such as enclosed shoes, a hat or raincoat.
-
Once your booking is confirmed, we will provide an informative brief outlining what to expect during your sessions.
-
Cancellation Policy: A 48-hour notice is required for any cancellations.
​
Equine Wellness Stays
An immersive Equine Wellness Stay designed to nourish your mind, body, and spirit.
​
At the heart of this offering is a 60-minute Equine Wellness Session, where Maxime gently guides you through embodied and mindful interactions with the horses. Horses are deeply intuitive beings, sensitive to breath, intention, energy, and emotion, and being in their presence offers a powerful pathway to nervous system regulation, emotional clarity, and deeper self-connection.
​
Whether you’re navigating stress, seeking calm, or simply looking to reconnect with nature and yourself, Maxime’s warm and grounded facilitation creates a safe and supportive environment to do so.
​
1-Night Equine Wellness Reset
​From $499 for 2 guests | From $650 for 4 guests
Perfect for a quick coastal reset, this experience invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and let our intuitive horses guide you back to balance.
Your reset includes:
-
1 night’s accommodation in a private beachfront bungalow for two guests
-
1 hour private Equine Wellness Session with registered therapist Maxime Willems – Therapy & Training
-
Peaceful 60-acre sanctuary with roaming horses, coastal bush & abundant birdlife
-
Ranch breakfast box with farm fresh eggs, bananas, banana bread, juice, tea & coffee
-
Direct access to 30km of secluded South Ballina Beach & 15m heated magnesium pool
​
3-Day / 2-Night Private Equine Wellness Retreat
From $1,300 per person
​
Step away from the everyday and immerse yourself in three days of deep restoration, connection, and care.
Your retreat includes:
-
2 nights’ accommodation in a private beachfront bungalow plus breakfast box
-
3 x private Equine Wellness Sessions with Maxime Willems – Therapy & Training (60 mins each)
-
1 x yoga session to open, stretch & centre the body
-
1 x remedial massage to release tension and restore balance
-
Direct access to 30km of secluded South Ballina Beach
-
Unlimited access to our 15m heated magnesium pool
​
EQUINE WELLNESS SWEET RETREATS
Women's Retreat: Inspired by Equine Assisted Therapy and the Wisdom of Horses​
​
In partnership with Sugar Beach Ranch, we have designed a transformative program that combines tailored exercises and therapies. Our goal is to guide individuals on a journey of self-discovery, enabling them to reconnect with their authentic selves, set genuine intentions, and embrace the healing power of nature, horses, sound healing, art, meditations and yoga.
In the presence of our horses and set on a stunning oceanfront ranch property, we aspire to uncover and overcome barriers that no longer serve, addressing the stressors embedded in your daily life.
​
Indulge in a three-day immersive experience where we take care of every detail. Receive personalised one-on-one guidance, enjoy the luxury of comfortable outdoor accommodations and savour locally sourced culinary delights.
Our next Retreat dates:​
​Friday 30th of January - Sunday 1st of February 2026
Friday 1st of May - Sunday 3rd of May 2026
​
​
​
Limited spaces only - please click through for more information or enquire direct.
CORPORATE PROGRAMS
Ideal for small companies seeking professional team wellbeing programs for their staff members or executive team.
​
Minimum participants - 6
Maximum participants - 20
​
Price - starts at $160pp
Time - 4 hours minimum
​
Equine Assisted Team Wellbeing uses the institutionally recognised base model of Equine Assisted Learning but instead is an exciting and immersive opportunity for your team to interact with horses and explore more about themselves, build on relationships with their colleagues, and harness skills they may not ever knew they had!
This is not just a team building day! This is a transformative journey of self discovery, exploring new ways of simply being; connecting on a deeper level and develop skills that can be applied to all facets of professional life.
​
More info:
-
All sessions are on the ground. No horse riding is involved.
-
All sessions are outdoors. Please be mindful to bring a hat and/or raincoat.
-
Upon confirmation of your booking we will send an informative brief on what to expect for your sessions.
YOGA: Trauma-Informed Yoga & Yoga Therapy
Maxime specialises in Trauma-Informed Yoga and Yoga Therapy, offering tailored support for individuals facing specific diagnoses and challenges such as depression, trauma, anxiety, autism, and ADHD. Additionally, Maxime is certified in Yoga for Children and Adolescents through Zenergy Yoga Australia, ensuring age-appropriate practices for younger participants.
​
Pricing for Private Sessions:
-
60 minutes: $100
​
Pricing for add-on session to an Equine Therapy Session or Professional Team Wellbeing Program:
-
Add-on to a private equine therapy session: $50pp for 30 minutes
-
Add-on to a team wellbeing program: $30pp for 30 minutes / $50pp for 60 minutes
​
Please specify in your booking form if you would like to add a yoga session to your existing service.​
​
Our yoga sessions are customised to address your unique mental, emotional, and physical well-being requirements. Tailored to your specific challenges and needs, these sessions incorporate targeted movements, specialised breathing techniques, and mindfulness practices. Our goal is to help you enhance your overall health and well-being by utilising yoga as a powerful tool for holistic healing.


