New Horizon Equine Academy
Our team brings experience and training to bear on one of the greatest challenges: improving the human mind and body of injured. We’re results driven to make a daily positive difference while looking to the future to expand our services and reach.
Nine years ago, Barry Kriebel and Christopher Chowdhury of Thunder Ridge Farm in Phillipsburg, New Jersey quietly began helping those with disabilities or who suffer from Traumatic Brain Injuries. They formed the registered non-profit called New Horizon Equine Academy LLC. Since then, they have watched many of their clients experience positive changes that they never before thought were possible. They are currently providing Therapeutic Horsemanship, Therapeutic Riding, Hippotherapy, Equine Assisted Psychotherapy and Equine Facilitated Learning. As a registered 501(c)3 charity, they rely heavily on donations to keep this program running. Fees for this therapy vary depending upon the individual's insurance coverage and their ability to pay
NHEA Equine All Stars
It all begins with the right horse. At NHEA, we partner with horse rescue charities - such as Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries accredited Saddlebred Rescue Inc. - to find kill pen saves that are perfect for our clients. Our own Thunder Ridge Farms American Saddlebred retired show horses plus our new foals also contribute to bringing smiles to all. Meet some of our team members and breed ambassadors.