Horses are my passion. I have been riding for 47 years, since 1975.  I started off in Pony Club, and went on to ride and show Appaloosa's and then many different types of horses riding in various Hunter/ Jumper Divisions . A champion rider through the decades,  I have shown in show jumping up to 1.45m at major "A" shows, and I have ridden over the years with several top barns and professionals, most who have been on the United States Equestrian Team.   I still compete in show jumping (but at a lower level). A few years ago, I also started training and showing in lower level Dressage.  Over my 47 years,  I have learned  many life lessons through riding, horsemanship, and being a part of the equestrian community.   For me, I learned that through hard work, discipline and dedication I could achieve something on my own, with my horse, as a partner.

I have a unique skill set.  I am an equestrian, I have a Master's Degree in Counseling and I am a Licensed Clinical Therapist in four states. I also have a Master's Degree in Business Administration.   I have been a licensed Clinical Therapist for more than 20 years working as an Administrator, Executive Director and I have a successful private practice currently.  

I have also at times in my career, taken a break from mental health and in the early 2000's, I was the General Manager of an equestrian business with over 75 horses and 500 clients. I  have both the knowledge and tools, plus the business skills and equestrian experience to help you, or your barn, improve your performance no matter what level you are at.  I will not be doing therapy with you, this is strictly performance coaching and helping you with mental skills development,  personal achievement goal setting and improving your performance.