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Always Be Softer

March 4, 2024 Kaiti Elliott

If there is one piece of advice I can offer to both new equine bodyworkers and to human partners of horses, it would be this: whatever you are doing, do it softer. When you think you're being soft, be softer still.

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.

When We Cannot "Fix" Our Horses

March 4, 2024 Kaiti Elliott

A letter to my dear fellow horse professionals, specifically equine therapists, but this can apply to anyone who helps or cares for horses for a living.

To my dear fellow equine practitioners and caregivers, please give yourself some grace. I know it can be a very thankless career, and I want you to know that you are seen, understood, and you are not alone.

Equine Craniosacral Therapy - How is it Different?

March 4, 2024 Kaiti Elliott

How is equine craniosacral therapy the same or different from other equine therapy methods?

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.

New Certification - Equine Craniosacral Therapist!

March 4, 2024 Kaiti Elliott

I am happy to announce that I have completed all components for certification in Equine Craniosacral Therapy.

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.

Be A Good Listener - Not Just For The Horse's Sake

March 4, 2024 Kaiti Elliott

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.

Anxiety At Your Horse's Appointments with Equine Professionals

March 4, 2024 Kaiti Elliott

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.

The Importance of Breathwork for Horses

March 4, 2024 Kaiti Elliott

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.

Our Impact on Equine Cranial Nerves

July 5, 2023 Kaiti Elliott

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.

The Importance of Cranial Nerves in Equine Therapy

July 5, 2023 Kaiti Elliott

equine craniosacral therapy — What are cranial nerves, and why are they an important consideration in equine therapy?

What are cranial nerves, and why are they an important consideration in equine therapy?

Myofascial and Craniosacral Systems - What is the Connection?

June 21, 2023 Kaiti Elliott

Horse receiving soft touch to the poll and looking very relaxed. — A myofascial release and craniosacral session with Kaiti Elliott, Certified Equine Therapist.

Our horses' bodies house an intricate network of interconnected systems, each playing a vital role in their overall well-being. There is an especially fascinating relationship between the myofascial system and the craniosacral system. How do we support these two systems and the vital work that they do together?