With a master’s degree in Counseling/Psychology, Nancy Jarrell is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a certified Equine-Assisted Psychotherapist. After joining Sierra Tucson in 1996 and becoming a Family Therapist, she developed, implemented, and facilitated the family component for the Program for Sexual and Trauma Recovery. Nancy has facilitated a wide variety of therapy groups in the Program Department, created content and facilitated the Extended Family Program, and also facilitated Family Programs including the Children’s Program in both English and Spanish. She developed a couple’s equine therapy component, incorporating Imago theory into the equine process. Nancy presents at national conferences and has co-facilitated Quality of Life Workshops for Sierra Tucson and equine-assisted therapy workshops for the Association of Experiential Education. Sierra Tucson’s alumni have benefited from her couple’s therapy workshops and equine-assisted therapy workshops at Alumni Reunions. Nancy has provided equine-assisted therapy to patients since 2000. She has managed the Therapeutic & Recreational Activities Program and served as Program Manager. Promoted to Assistant Clinical Director in September 2006, Nancy continues to supervise staff; contribute to program development; and provide facilitation, education, and training in the area of equine-assisted therapy. Nancy has written and published articles and continues to become known as a national expert on equine-assisted therapy. Her versatility has made her an integral part of Sierra Tucson’s Clinical Program management team. |