A Note From Heather's Perspective:
Sometimes it isn't until we take a good look in the mirror, seeing the truth for perhaps the first time, before we can acknowledge where we are at and begin to make changes in our lives. Horses are psychic, empathic beings. They are energetically sensitive. This means they can think, feel, and physically sense our emotions, thoughts, bodily sensations, and behaviors. They are magnificent beings in that they naturally mirror these energy patterns back to us.
Like mother earth, horses are energy masters. They have the ability to ground and absorb the energy around them through their energy fields by naturally being in the present moment. They can help us release deep-seated issues if we are willing. The horses help us on all levels of our being: physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. All we have to do is be present with ourselves, aware of what is happening inside of us. As we maintain this awareness, pain and trauma are lifted out of our energy fields, our bodies are grounded with the earth for greater stability and health, and insights and guidance for how to live our lives are revealed from within. This is all done within the safe space of the horses' unconditional, loving presence.

How They Do It:
Horses' psychic and empathic abilities come from being prey animals in the wild. In order to survive, they are always in the present moment, instinctually knowing whether a potential predator is a threat. Like with all animal predators, horses sense our energy and the different levels of our emotions. If we are not aware of our emotions or behaviors, we are not containing them. This causes a leaking of energy. The horses will then feel the impact of these emotional states and dysfunctional behaviors. Thus, they will react accordingly. Horses will reflect to us our emotional/mental/behavioral states in their behaviors. For example, if we have uncontained grief, a horse will respond by lowering his head to the ground and disconnecting from us. Someone who is pushy or inpatient will have challenges getting close enough to halter or interact with a horse, because of the energy they are sending out.

In this way, if we want healthy interactions with our fellow equines, we must start by being genuine with ourselves and our true feelings. Allowing this part of ourselves to come through, sometimes for the first time, in the presence of these nonjudgmental beings, is what kick starts our healing.

The Choice is Ours:
If we choose to look within, becoming aware, we can contain our emotional/mental/behavioral states so the horses don't have to act out our issues. Through our awareness, we begin to shift these issues, peeling off the layers of pain, trauma, belief systems, and thoughts that led to our problems in the first place. As we continue to work with the horses we will notice that they can't hide or repress their emotions, as we do. They are fully present with what is going on inside, in every moment. Their authenticity and presence is role modeled to us, and we can use this strength for a greater depth of experience in every aspect of our lives.

I will assist you in your awareness every step of the way with the horses for safety. I will determine what kind of interaction you will have. For those who are afraid of horses or who have never interacted with them, we will start outside their gate or pasture. For those with some or a lot of experience, we may start with grooming, haltering, or leading a horse. Sometimes the most powerful sessions are spent just being with a horse, doing nothing, which can be everything.

Who it Helps:
Horses can help anyone heal, and kids too! However, for those with chronic issues of abuse, any kind of trauma, PTSD, alcoholism/drug abuse, and eating disorders, horses can help you become aware of and release toxic emotions stored in the body over a period of time. This is done safely through grounding with nature and the horses' container of unconditional love. This work is not a substitute for treatment with a licensed medical professional in cases of physical, mental, and emotional health problems.

If this type of healing calls to you, please contact Heather by phone or e-mail
for questions or to schedule an appointment. No horse experience is required.