"Horses don’t care who you are, what you’ve done, or what you believe. They care only about how you behave with them. This enables them to give unconditional acceptance."

As highly sensitive and sentient beings, horses make the perfect partners for practicing awareness, emotional regulation, congruence (aligning the mind and body) and relating – for children and adults alike. We can bring our experience with the herd back to our homes, classroom and workplaces, transforming the way we self-regulate, connect with others, and lead.

Being in nature, and experiencing heart resonance with horses. Evidence, such as the journal article by Colin A Capaldi, et. al. Flourishing in Nature: A review of the benefits of connecting with nature and its application as a wellbeing intervention from the International Journal of Wellbeing, suggests that “connecting with nature is one path to flourishing in life”. 

According to Heartmath Facilitator and University of Arizona professor Ann Baldwin, PhD, there is now research that supports what was once only anecdotal evidence, that being present with horses allows humans to “attain a balanced harmonious state of being.” For more on Dr. Baldwin’s research, please view this webinar “Heart to Heart Communication with Horses”. Dr. Baldwin’s research uses heart rate variability via EKG to measure the impact on Heart Rate Variability when humans and horses are present with one another in a facilitated experience.  

Creating art for the sake of expression has many incredible benefits, including lowering cortisol (the stress hormone), increasing confidence and self-esteem, developing problem solving skills, and bringing quality to one's life at any stage. In an Equine Assisted Art Therapy session, art making is a central part, offering support to integrate the experiences from the session with therapy goals. 

I am a certification candidate with the Professional Association of Equine Facilitated Wellness (PRO-EFW) in the Human Services Specialist (HSS) stream.

I am a Professional Art Therapist (DCiiAT, CATA, OATA) and Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), specializing through additional training in working with Neurodivergent populations, specifically Autism and ADHD. Additionally, I am a Certified WISE Equine Assisted Life Coach and a Simplicity Parenting Discipline and Guidance Course Provider.

I have been working with horses, learning theory (online learning through University of Guelph and Healing Hooves) and applying knowledge though practice (riding lessons, lead and side walker for a local Therapeutic Riding program, and mentorship with a FEEL Certified Practitioner and the WISE Equine Assisted Coaching community) for the past five years. In October 2021 I began to lease my own horse, and purchased that same horse in June of 2022, and added two more horses to my herd in the fall of 2022. I cared for and lived on site with all three horses from 2023-2025, providing 24/7 horse care and training, as well as Equine Assisted Coaching and Learning. Over the past 5 years, I have acquired around 3000 hours of horse experience, and completed a certificate in Equine Facility Management from the University of Guelph. I am currently a member in good standing with Ontario Equestrian and PRO-EFW. 

I am currently a certification candidate with PRO-EFW and plan to complete registration in the field of Equine Facilitated Wellness within the Human Services Specialist stream in 2026. 

To provide innovative and inclusive Art Psychotherapy and Equine Facilitated Experiences created specifically to support neurodivergent individuals and families. We are dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing and affirming space where clients can express themselves, explore their emotions, and develop meaningful connections.

We envision a world where all people have the capacity to weather life’s ups and downs, grounded in the knowing that they are loved just as they are, and that they matter. We aim to foster environments where connection, compassion and creativity are at the forefront of therapeutic practices.

Compassion: With empathy and understanding, we strive to build trusting relationships that empower our clients and their families.

Creativity: We believe in the transformative power of art and creativity to inspire growth, healing, and self-discovery.

Connection: Through animal-assisted therapy, we facilitate bonds that provide comfort, joy, and emotional support.

Inclusivity: We embrace diversity and recognize the unique strengths and challenges of each individual. Our services are designed to be accessible and welcoming to all.

It is outside my personal Scope of Practice as an EFW Professional to: 

• Allow clients to ride a horse at any time, teach or coach mounted work
• Run a group session with direct exposure (in the paddock, arena or pasture) without an Equine Professional

• Addictions, Active Suicidal Ideation, Personality Disorder 

• Any time a mental health situation or crisis arises that requires the support of a team of mental health professionals such as a physician, psychologist or psychiatrist.

My clients are given information about my scope of practice on my Release of Liability Form. I discuss my Scope of Practice – including my limitations – with all clients. My Scope of Practice will be available on my website and I direct clients to read it.

My practice insurance is provided by the BMS Insurance Liability Program. My current policy provides coverage for Animal Assisted Therapy and/or Equine Assisted Therapy when delivered as counselling/psychotherapy professional services. 

Professional Liability (Claims Made Basis) $5,000,000