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"Thank you so much for your wonderful work with our kids. All of the children and parents who have had the opportunity to work with you have been so pleased and grateful for your unique service."

Dr. Karen Kennedy
Psychiatrist
Meadowlands Child &
Adolescent Program

About Us
The Farm
Marian and Chris Hamilton moved to the Dallastown Farm from England in February 1986 along with their two children. Due to such a mammoth move, the family fittingly named the farm 'Witsend.' The original farm sat on approximately 8 acres of land, which included the main house and a small pole barn. Since then, a few additional acres have been purchased to accommodate extra horses/ponies for the program. A large outdoor sand arena and a covered pavilion have been built to conduct sessions.

Meet our Staff:
Ellie Williams, MS, NCC

Ellie has her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from LaRoche College, Pittsburgh PA and Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling from Shippensburg University, Shippensburg, PA. Ellie graduated with honors from Shippensburg University and was president of the National Honor Society, Chi Sigma Iota, for two years during her graduate career. In addition to these degrees, Ellie is Nationally Certified through the National Board of Certified Counselors. Ellie has nine years of Child Welfare experience with York County Children and Youth Services, where she worked as a direct service worker for five years, supervisor for three years, and manager for one year. She has also been a volunteer with the Easter Seal's Handicapped Riding Program and the Arc of York County Summer Riding Program, and has been an avid horsewoman all of her life.

In April 2007, Ellie became the Executive Director of EquiTeam Support Services.

Marian Hamilton, Equine Specialist

Marian is the equine specialist of the team and is EAP certified. She brings over 40 years of horsemanship experience to the organization and has effectively and efficiently run the family farm for over 20 years. In addition to these responsibilities, Marian has volunteered her time with the Easter Seal's Handicapped Riding Program for 18 years and Arc of York County for three years. Over many years of equine involvement, Marian has also held leadership roles within local pony club and 4-H chapters in the United States as well as the United Kingdom. She has been able to share her expertise and knowledge with many children and young adults within these disciplines. Marian clearly understands the healing power of the horse and is dedicated to sharing this powerful experience with her clients.

Both Ellie and Marian are certified Equine Assisted Psychotherapy providers and members of the Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association.

 

 

 

 


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Dallastown, PA - (717) 309-2873 - equiteam@comcast.net