Inside The Arena (The Official Eagala Podcast)

Danny Ellison
  • 5.0 (6)
  • Mental Health
  • Updated Biweekly

Welcome to 'Inside the Arena,' the essential podcast for Eagala specialists and enthusiasts looking to deepen their engagement with the community and enhance their professional practices. This podcast brings you into the heart of Eagala's transformative work, featuring in-depth discussions, expert insights, and real-world stories from the field. Whether you're a seasoned professional or new to the field, join us as we explore the innovative approaches and collaborative spirit that define Eagala. Tune in to connect, learn, and grow with fellow specialists from around the globe.

  1. May 15

    Let's Get to Know Our New CEO!

    Join us for a fun and casual conversation between Libby O'Malley, Ashley Tarvis, and Danny Ellison! We wind through topics related to the exciting future of Eagala as we get to know Libby, who now serves as the Executive Director for Eagala. Please visit www.eagala.org for updates on trainings and events in your area.

  2. Apr 14

    Eagala's Experiential Approach to 12-Step Recovery

    Welcome back! This week we will visit with the wonderful folks from Relatively Stable! This episode deals with 12-Step recovery programing using Eagala's unique approach. We will hear from Eagala practitioners who are on the cutting edge of this work and have a deep understanding of the benefits of using Eagala to promote healing from addiction. Here is a Please visit www.eagala.org for more information about upcoming events and trainings in your area. This week's guest bios can be seen below. Happy listening! Cassidy O’Brien, LCSWLicensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in experiential therapy for trauma and grief. With experience across residential, hospital, crisis, and outpatient settings, she integrates clinical expertise with equine-assisted therapy. Cassidy is dual-certified through Eagala (Mental Health Professional and Equine Specialist) and leads a private practice focused on relationship-based, experiential healing. Jimmy DownesNationally Certified Addictions Counselor and Founder/Director of Relatively Stable, LLC. An Eagala practitioner since 2005, Jimmy provides equine-assisted psychotherapy across treatment centers, VA programs, and community initiatives. His work includes supporting individuals with addiction, PTSD, and trauma, as well as first responders and survivors of major crises. Ellen Grant, LCSWLicensed Clinical Social Worker and Eagala-certified Mental Health Professional since 2011. Ellen provides therapy in a group practice and co-facilitates equine-assisted psychotherapy, specializing in substance use treatment. She has extensive experience working with treatment courts, trauma survivors, and community-based programs.

  3. 05/30/2025

    Vicarious Trauma and Compassion Fatigue

    We are joined by international author and speaker Rebecca Brown as she discusses something of great importance to all practitioners, burnout and compassion fatigue. Join us as we hear how Rebecca has found herself on the front lines of an effort to re-envision the idea of self care, updating us on efforts that have potential to revolutionize the "health" of the healthcare industry. Please visit Rebecca's website and add her books to your personal libraries. Links below. www.rebeccabrown.ca Shelter from our Secrets, Silence & Shame; How Our Stories Can Keep Us Stuck or Set Us FreeBreak Free from Burnout; Essential Strategies for Everyday Stress to Create Calm Amid the Chaos As always, the best way to stay connected and informed is by frequently visiting Eagala's website.

  4. 01/24/2025

    Meet Ashley Tarvis, Acting Executive Director for Eagala!

    In this episode we will get to know more about our new Acting Executive Director, Ashley Tarvis. Hear about her journey and vision for our organization. We will also be introducing a new podcast segment, Stories from Inside the Arena. For more information about trainings and other events and resources, please visit www.eagala.org.

  5. 11/25/2024

    Recipe for Success: Co-facilitation in Eagala Sessions

    Welcome to season 2 of Inside the Arena! To kick off this new journey, we are privileged to hear from Dr. Natasha Filippides. She will be discussing the dynamic relationship between the ES and MH roles in Eagala model work. We are also joined by Ashley Tarvis as the new Acting Executive Director of Eagala and the new co-host of Inside the Arena. Visit Dr. Natasha's website by clicking the link below. https://drnatashafilippides.com/ Visit www.eagala.org for more information on upcoming trainings and how to become involved with the Eagala community.

  6. 10/31/2024

    Supporting the work of Eagala through Research

    Today's episode we discuss ways our listeners can be involved in the ongoing effort to support Eagala-model work through research. If you are affiliated with Eagala, then you can rest assured the methods you are trained to use are actively being validated by a committee of high-level professionals who are dedicated to this complex and interesting work. Christine Salas, PhD(c), ES, and Bobbi Woolwine, MSW, LCSW, EAP, join us to talk about their roles on the Research Committee and discuss ways that Eagala practitioners can be involved. To connect with the Research Committee, please email research@eagala.org Here is a link to the CNN story covering Bobbi's work that she mentions in the conversation. ⁠https://www.cnn.com/2024/10/10/health/equine-assisted-psychotherapy-mental-health-wellness-iyw/index.html⁠

  7. 09/16/2024

    Eagala and Schizophrenia: Breaking the Stigma

    Join us for an enlightening conversation on the use of Eagala with patients suffering from serious mental health issues. Our guests expertly discuss the ways the Eagala model has proven time and again to work hand-in-hand with other professionals, from daily caregivers to psychiatrists. Please visit www.eagala.org for more information on upcoming trainings and networking events.

  8. 08/15/2024

    Trauma and Eagala

    Eagala offers a unique toolset when treating clients experiencing trauma. Today we will visit with Debra Farber and Holly Jedlicka about their perspectives on trauma work and the effectiveness of Eagala. You will also learn about the Man O' War project, an effort through Columbia University utilizing the Eagala-model approach to treat veterans suffering from PTSD. ⁠www.mowproject.org⁠ ⁠www.eagala.org⁠

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Welcome to 'Inside the Arena,' the essential podcast for Eagala specialists and enthusiasts looking to deepen their engagement with the community and enhance their professional practices. This podcast brings you into the heart of Eagala's transformative work, featuring in-depth discussions, expert insights, and real-world stories from the field. Whether you're a seasoned professional or new to the field, join us as we explore the innovative approaches and collaborative spirit that define Eagala. Tune in to connect, learn, and grow with fellow specialists from around the globe.

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