I bring an animal into our sessions alongside the therapeutic work itself, not as a substitute for what we’re doing together, but as part of it. There’s something about being with an animal that can lower the walls we put up without us even noticing. A dog’s calm, steady presence often helps people feel safe enough to open up in ways that can be hard to do sitting across from another person. With horses, it’s a little different; they’re remarkably attuned to body language and emotion, and they respond to what we’re actually feeling rather than what we say we’re feeling. That kind of honest feedback can be incredibly powerful.

I’ve found this way of working particularly helpful for people navigating anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, or difficulty trusting others. Sometimes an animal can meet you in a place words haven’t quite reached yet.

Please contact me if you want to start therapy with a horse before booking.