Nuriel's Farm • Therapeutic Horsemanship •. Est. 2023 •. Eagleville, Tennessee
Serving Children With Autism & Their Families
Horsemanship Programs & Learning On Nuriel's Farm
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Experience hands-on learning in a peaceful farm setting alongside our friendly animals. At Nuriel’s Farm in Eagleville, Tennessee, children engage in horsemanship and farm life activities guided by experienced animal handlers and certified riding instructors — all working in collaboration with a licensed BCBA and trained RBTs to support individual needs and developmental goals.
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Nuriel's Farm • Therapeutic Horsemanship •. Est. 2023 •. Eagleville, Tennessee
Come Make Memories At Nuriel's Farm
We offer fun, hands-on experiences in a warm, welcoming environment — perfect for all ages.
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• Interactive Field Trips – Get up close with our animals and explore life on the farm!
• Birthday & Special Event Parties – Choose your theme and let us create a celebration to remember.
• Summer & Vacation Camps –
Open to children with Autism and their siblings, our small, personalized groups ensure each camper feels seen, supported, and included.
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Programs run Monday through Friday with flexible scheduling available.
Give Lisa a call for details — we’d love to hear from you!
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Nuriel's Farm • Therapeutic Horsemanship •. Est. 2023 •. Eagleville, Tennessee
Therapeutic Horsemanshp, Riding & Farm Experience
At Nuriel’s Farm, we offer individualized programs designed specifically for children with Autism, blending the calming connection of horses with evidence-based support.
Our offerings include:
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Four 1 Hour Sessions
The Foundational Four-Session Program
A Perfect Introduction to Our Unique Therapy
This is your child’s first step on their Equine Pathway. Designed for new families, this program offers a direct experience of our integrated therapy model. Over four one-hour sessions, your child will engage in a combination of groundwork and mounted activities, all under the guidance of our ABA therapist and horse trainer. We focus on building foundational skills such as communication, emotional regulation, and motor coordination in a supportive, one-on-one setting. This program is a wonderful way to see the immediate and lasting benefits of our approach.
Who This Program Is For:
• Families new to the Grain of Sand Academy.

• Children ready to explore a different kind of therapy.

• Anyone looking for an affordable and effective way to begin.

Program Details:
• Duration: Four 1-hour sessions

• Total Cost: $480
• Pay-As-You-Go: $120 per session
• Prepay & Save: Receive a 10% discount when you pay for all 4 sessions upfront.
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Ready To TakeThe Next Step!
​We offer two ways to get started and see if the Foundational Four-Session Program is the right fit for your family:
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Schedule a free 30-minute call:
Let's chat about the program, answer your questions, and discuss how it can help your child.
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Book a one-hour farm tour and free consult:
Come see our farm firsthand, meet our team, and have a one-on-one consultation to discuss your child's needs.
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Fifteen 1 Hour Sessions
"Galloping Toward Success" Program
The Next Step on Your Child's Journey
Ready for a deeper commitment to your child's growth? Our comprehensive 15-session program, "Galloping Towards Success," builds on the foundation established in our introductory program. This extended duration provides the consistency and repetition necessary for creating lasting behavioral changes and significant developmental progress. The therapeutic team will work closely with your family to track progress, adapt the treatment plan, and celebrate every milestone. This is where real and sustainable change happens. This treatment plan is rooted in evidence-based practices, designed to boost self-regulation and other core developmental skills through hands-on work with our horses.
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Every child’s plan is customized following an assessment and delivered under the daily guidance of licensed Tennessee BCBAs, with support from experienced RBTs and animal handlers.
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Who This Program Is For:
• Families who have completed the Foundational Program.

• Children ready for long-term goal setting and skill development.

• Anyone committed to seeing their child reach their full potential.
Session Title & Goals:
• Week 1: Using your Senses. Goal: Meeting new Friends
• Week 2: Caring for Horses. Goal: Maintaining a Relationship
• Week 3: Haltering a Horse. Goal: Problem Solving & Greeting
• Week 4: Leading Skills. Goal: Increase leadership skills, communication skills & confidence
• Week 5: Box & Circles Obstacle Course. Goal: Increase leadership & communication skills
• Week 6: Horse Care. Goal: Motivation, Problem Solving & Attention Span
• Week 7: Backing a Horse Up. Goal: Improve Boundaries
• Week 8: Ground Tying (Sit & Stay) Goal: Solutions Building, Problem Solving & Increase Frustration Tolerance
• Week 9: Mounting & Dismounting the Horse. Goal: Learning New Skill Solution Building
• Week 10: Basic Steering. Goal: Learn A New Skill Responsibility
• Week 11: Steering. Goal: Appropriate Eye Contact
• Week 12: Egg Walk. Goal: Problem Solving, Communication Building & Confidence
• Week 13: 2-Point Position. Goal: Frustration Tolerance & Perseverance
• Week 14: Sensory Trail. Goal: Increase Problem Solving Skills, Improve Quality of Life & Sensory Integration
• Week 15: Show & Tell. Goal: Increase Confidence & Leadership Skills
Program Details:
• Duration: Fifteen 1-hour sessions

• Total Cost: $1,800
• Pay-As-You-Go: Four Easy Payments of $450
• Prepay & Save: Receive a 10% discount when you pay for all 15 sessions upfront.
Ready To TakeThe Next Step!
​We offer two ways to get started and see if the Galloping Toward Success Program is the right fit for your family:
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Schedule a free 30-minute call:
Let's chat about the program, answer your questions, and discuss how it can help your child.
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Book a one-hour farm tour and free consult:
Come see our farm firsthand, meet our team, and have a one-on-one consultation to discuss your child's needs.
Developed with special permission from:
Indiana University – School of Public Health, Bradford Woods, Agape Therapeutic Riding, Milan Perović School, and the In the Saddle Partnership
Schedule A Tour
We’d love to meet you in person! Whether you’re interested in our Grain of Sand Academy in Sandy Springs, Georgia or Nuriel’s Farm in Eagleville, Tennessee, we welcome you to come explore our spaces, meet our team, and learn more about our programs.
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Fill out the short form below to request a visit, and we’ll be in touch to coordinate a day and time that works best for you.
Meet
Lisa S. Kovitch & Nuriel
Lisa S. Kovitch has dedicated over 20 years to serving and advocating for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), beginning her work in Pennsylvania and continuing in Georgia. She is the Owner and Director of Creative Behavior Consulting, where she leads a team committed to providing compassionate and effective care.
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Lisa also founded the non-profit organization Grain of Sand Academy—a unique program offering creative, innovative, and evidence-based experiences for children and their families. In expanding this vision, she has added her Middle Tennessee farm as a new location, blending therapeutic support with the beauty of nature.
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Now, Grain of Sand Academy is proud to offer services in a peaceful, natural setting, supported by exceptional equine and farm animal companions. These experiences are designed to nurture, inspire, and empower children through connection and creativity.
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Now accepting insurance through Tricare, BCBS-TN, and Aetna in Tennessee for ABA services, as well as all payors in Georgia.
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To inquire about services or book an appointment or camp reservation, please contact us directly or send us an email using the form below.
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Lisa S. Kovitch, MA, BCBA, TN-LBA, LPC & Nuriel
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