EPALA equine facilitated coaching. A session with the InterMission horses is designed to help each person develop a skill or aspect of understanding that will benefit them in their life. Examples include reinforcing one’s own boundaries, noticing and respecting other’s boundaries, connecting to deep feelings, recognizing false limitations, and honoring oneself and one’s relationships. We use the EPALA model of equine facilitated teaching, which is focused on building relationships with the horses and creating mutual understanding and connection.