Out Side In

10/16/2026

From the racetrack to the trail. 🐎🌲

Last weekend, our staff and seven of our horses headed across the state for a camping and trail-riding adventure.

There were long miles, steep hills, water crossings, new surroundings, campfires, and plenty of laughs.

One of our favorite things about Thoroughbred aftercare is getting to see what these horses can become after racing. They’re athletic, curious, brave, and incredibly versatile. With time and the right opportunities, OTTBs can make fantastic partners far beyond the racetrack.

Part of the fun was showing everyone we met along the way just how great OTTBs can be. These horses may have started their careers on the racetrack, but there is so much more they can do.

For our staff, it was also a chance to step away from the daily routine, spend time together outside of work, and enjoy a weekend making great memories. ❤️

10/13/2026

They tried to convince Timmy unicorns didn’t exist. I guess they owe him an apology! 🦄❤️

10/08/2026

Are you always the one taking care of everyone else?

When was the last time you took care of you?

When you’re constantly taking care of everyone and everything around you, your nervous system can stay in overdrive. Over time, that can take a toll on both your emotional and physical well-being.

We have a limited number of daytime therapy openings available for adults or children or teens. One of our therapists is returning from leave, giving us the rare opportunity to accept a few new clients without our usual wait.

For some clients, simply experiencing the peacefulness of the farm can help them slow down, settle their nervous system, and create the space needed to begin processing difficult thoughts and emotions.

For others, horses can become a meaningful part of the therapeutic process. Horses naturally seek connection with us and are instinctively sensitive to our emotions. They notice subtle changes in our body language, breathing, and tension, creating a unique connection that can help us become more aware of ourselves, slow down, and learn to regulate our nervous system.

Sessions can take place outside on the farm or inside our warm, comfortable indoor facility.

You spend a lot of time taking care of everyone else.
Now it’s time to take care of you.

Out Side In | Grand Haven
Licensed Mental Health Therapy
Children-Adolescents-Adults

The mission of Out Side In is to serve people and save horses.  We will improve the lives of people suffering from emotional and/or mental health issues by providing effective outpatient treatment to those in need. We will accomplish this goal by incorporating horses into treatment to improve the ...

10/06/2026

Run, walk, or trot your way to the finish line- we’ll see you there! 🦃🐎🍂
Out Side In Turkey Trot 5k
Thanksgiving Day November 26
Start time: 8:00 a.m.
Mulligan’s Hollow- Grand Haven, MI

For event details, please refer to: https://www.active.com/grand-haven-mi/running/distance-running-races/14th-annual-out-side-in-5k-turkey-trot-2026

09/30/2026

Be part of something meaningful this Thanksgiving!
This Turkey Trot is about more than crossing the finish line.
We’re looking for businesses, families and individuals to help make our 14th Annual Turkey Trot a success.
Every sponsorship supports our Heroes for Horses program and the veterans and retired racehorses we serve. 🇺🇸🐴
Take a look at our sponsorship opportunities below and join us in our mission!
Any amount is appreciated and in-kind sponsorships of race prizes and gift cards are also greatly appreciated!

09/26/2026

Growing up has never been easy.

But being a kid today can feel especially hard.

Confidence, friendships, focus, big emotions, pressure to fit in, sometimes kids just need a little extra support.

You don’t have to wait until it becomes a serious problem.

We can help.

We know that not every child wants to sit in an office and talk to a stranger about how they feel.

They don’t have to.

At Out Side In, therapy can happen outdoors, around the farm, or alongside a horse, dog or cat, helping kids connect, build confidence, strengthen social skills, and work through challenges in ways that feel more natural.

Immediate appointments available. Insurance accepted.

616-844-0906 | outsideintherapy.com

Non-profit mental health facility, equine assisted psychotherapy and Thoroughbred aftercare.

09/05/2026

Anxiety often pulls us into the future, worrying about what could go wrong. Depression can keep us focused on the past, on what happened, what was lost, or what we wish had been different.

Horses live in the moment. They teach us to be mindful and to notice our bodies, our surroundings, and our emotions.

Experiencing that sense of presence helps us learn to regulate our emotions and nervous system.

Let the licensed mental health therapists at Out Side In, show you how these skills can carry over into your everyday life.

Daytime appointments available.
Most major insurance plans are accepted.
https://www.outsideintherapy.com/contact or (616)844-0906
to schedule an appointment

At Out Side In, our focus is on providing effective mental health treatment for those in need.  Although we provide service for a wide range of issues, Out Side In specializes in Trauma Informed Care.  We provide effective intervention for trauma related symptoms arising from grief and loss, ...

09/02/2026

Connection is at the heart of healing.

For those who have experienced trauma or had difficulty with relationships, trusting a therapist, or engaging in therapy at all, can feel difficult.

Sitting face-to-face and being asked to talk can create even more pressure, especially when you don't have the words for what you've experienced.

There is something powerful about experiencing a genuine connection with a horse. That connection can create a profound sense of acceptance and belonging.

Through that connection, clients can begin to build trust and connect with their therapist in ways that may not happen in a traditional office setting.

Over time, experiences of safe, consistent connection can help the brain develop new neural pathways that support emotional regulation and healthier relationships.

Out Side In offers outpatient mental health treatment provided by licensed therapists.

Most major insurance plans are accepted.

Contact us at outsideintherapy.com/contact or (616) 844-0906

The mission of Out Side In is to serve people and save horses.  We will improve the lives of people suffering from emotional and/or mental health issues by providing effective, alternative, outpatient treatment to those in need. We will accomplish this goal by using horses to improve the outcome o...

09/01/2026

Therapy for you might mean practicing mindfulness on a crisp fall morning on our 25-acre farm. Or it might mean learning about boundaries while working alongside a 1,200-pound horse.
Because at Out Side In, our licensed mental health professionals know that therapy doesn't always have to happen inside the four walls of an office.
We use research-supported approaches such as CBT, DBT and EMDR, while creating opportunities to bring that work to life through experiences that are meaningful to you.
Because understanding something is important.
But experiencing it is different.
Contact us today to schedule an appointment.
Most insurances accepted including Medicaid/Medicare.
www.outsideintherapy.com (616) 844-0906

The mission of Out Side In is to serve people and save horses.  We will improve the lives of people suffering from emotional and/or mental health issues by providing effective, alternative, outpatient treatment to those in need. We will accomplish this goal by using horses to improve the outcome o...

08/27/2026

There’s something powerful about stepping outside the traditional therapy office. Working alongside horses creates opportunities to slow down, build trust, practice emotional regulation, increase self-awareness, and connect in ways that don’t always happen through conversation alone.

Sometimes healing doesn’t look like sitting in a room. Sometimes it looks like fresh air, a horse by your side, and maybe even catching a rainbow after the rain. 🌈🐴

Maybe it’s time to step outside and try therapy a little differently.

Out-patient Mental Health Therapy with licensed mental health therapists.
Services may be covered by insurance, including Medicaid and Medicare.
Fill out a referral form at https://www.outsideintherapy.com/contact to schedule an appointment or call (616) 844-0906.