I've learned how much it enhances my bodywork when horses are 1. allowed the time and space needed to pause and integrate, and 2. have the self-regulation skills needed to be present in their bodies and process changes within their nervous system.
Read moreAlways Be Softer
Intention is a form of energy that I find most people struggle to control around their horses. Equine therapists have to learn this skill quickly because without it, many horses - especially if they have pain or anxiety - will refuse our touch. It's an ongoing skill development that doesn't occur overnight and is never fully learned. But it is an easy one to begin and when you do, you will notice a significant shift in how your horse responds to you.
Read moreEquine Craniosacral Therapy - How is it Different?
CST has given me a whole new way of working with horses' minds and bodies. Embodiment of the necessity of consent from the body and appreciation of its ability to self regulate and heal. It has refined my palpation, deepened my listening, and opened my mind.
Read moreNew Certification - Equine Craniosacral Therapist!
It has been amazing to look at horses through the lens of CST and realize that many of their chronic symptoms can be traced to dysfunction in the craniosacral system. As someone who has always questioned things like WHY a certain muscle group is always tight for certain horses, CST has been a guiding light to discovering these answers.
Read moreBe A Good Listener - Not Just For The Horse's Sake
Being a good listener doesn't end with the horse. Half of the partnership that we are working with in equine manual therapy is the horse's human steward. And I can say with confidence, having been a horse owner for almost twenty years myself, that they are rarely truly listened to. As a horse owner, you get very accustomed to people telling you what to do - and what not to do - with your horse.
Read moreAnxiety At Your Horse's Appointments with Equine Professionals
I ran a poll in my Instagram Stories asking if you ever feel anxiety or nervous before your horse's bodywork, chiro or massage appointment. 47% said no, which was good to see. But 40% of you said yes, and 13% said sometimes! I want to get into why you may be feeling this way, and what to do about it.
Read moreThe Importance of Breathwork for Horses
Breathwork is likely not something most people think about when they imagine equine bodywork, but it has become an important part of my work and a vital step towards holistic well-being for my horse clients. Many horses develop restrictions that lead to reduced function of the ribcage and diaphragm.
Read moreOur Impact on Equine Cranial Nerves
As horse stewards and riders, it's vital to not only be aware of what cranial nerves are and what they do, but also to realize the impacts we have on cranial nerves with our horse keeping and handling.
Read moreThe Importance of Cranial Nerves in Equine Therapy
What are cranial nerves, and why are they an important consideration in equine therapy?
Read moreEquine Craniosacral Therapy FAQ
Introduction to Equine Craniosacral Therapy has drastically changed my approach to my manual therapy work with horses. If you’re wondering what exactly craniosacral therapy is, you aren’t alone - a few short years ago, I had the same question.
This FAQ will help you to understand what this modality is, how it helps horses, and how to know if your horse would benefit from craniosacral therapy.
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