I believe in the importance of creating connected and confident partnerships with our horses. These types of partnerships are possible when we understand true horse behavior and honor how horses are designed to move, think, and live. The “type” of riding that someone wants to do does not matter as much to me as the foundation on which this type of partnership is built. Good horsemanship transcends specific disciplines, and we can achieve so much with our horses when we build a solid foundation.

I do not subscribe to one method of working with horses. Instead, I integrate philosophies from traditional horsemanship, classical dressage, anatomy and biomechanics to meet each horse where they are. It is important to me that horses are handled well and with intention and integrity. This helps promote straightness and balance from a physiological and mental perspective. Horses that are taught to move correctly are horses that will be truly willing and sound long into their careers.

My professional background and training in psychology allows me to also meet people where they are and understand what they need in order to be in an optimal learning frame of mind. My ability to provide safe and connected relationships with clients makes it possible for them to improve how they understand and get along with their equine partners. 

I am dedicated to learning and deep self-reflection. I believe that the more knowledge we gain, the more there is to learn. My commitment to horses and people is to gain continually seek a deeper understanding of quality horsemanship from the horses’ perspective.