I consider myself a lifelong student of the horse—each day spent with them continues to amaze me in the ways they help us grow, not just as riders, but as better humans. Whether in the barn or beyond, horses have a unique way of guiding us to become more compassionate, patient, and connected to ourselves and the world around us.

My passion is helping students build a deeper connection with their horses, moving beyond “behaviors and problems” to discover solutions that nurture both the horse and rider. I believe that progress looks different for everyone: it may be overcoming a setback to get back in the saddle, or pursuing a competitive goal, such as competing at Championships. Whatever the objective, my goal is to help each student identify attainable yet challenging goals that empower them to evolve, both personally and in their equine pursuits.

My journey with horses began at a young age and truly took shape when I discovered Pony Club as a teenager. The lessons I learned there laid the foundation for my values in horse care, and I later became a working student for several years, which deepened my knowledge and experience. I pursued a degree in Psychology at Boston College, all while balancing my passion for horses—working as a barn manager and instructor during the day and attending classes at night. It wasn’t long before I realized I wasn’t just working with horses until I finished college—I had found my true calling.

There is no greater fulfillment than witnessing someone’s life change for the better after spending time with a horse.

Over the years, I’ve worn many hats within the horse industry. From working at Dover Saddlery and as an equine veterinary assistant to managing barns and starting my own boarding and training business, October Farm LLC, in 2005, my career has been a dynamic journey. For 18 years, October Farm was home to 14-24 horses, a thriving lesson program, an IEA team, and numerous in-house horse shows and clinics. We also traveled throughout New England, competing in USDF and USEA competitions. The experience of moving the business four times due to unforeseen circumstances led me to reevaluate my path, and in 2023, I made the decision to shift focus to freelance teaching and training.

This shift has been incredibly rewarding, as it has allowed me time to dive deeper into my passion for Equine-Assisted Learning. I earned my EAGALA certification in 2018 and later went on Achieve my PATH ESMHL (Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning) certification in 2023. I have and continue to support programs such as RIAD (REIN in a Dream) at RFK Community Alliance as an Instructor / Facilitator and Challenge Unlimited at Ironstone Farm, where I help to facilitate a variety of programs such as: Homebase Veterans retreats, at-risk youth, people in recovery, and corporate teams. This work has been a transformative experience, showing the profound impact horses can have on healing, personal growth, and team building. There is no greater fulfillment than witnessing someone’s life change for the better after spending time with a horse.

As I continue to grow and evolve in my own journey, my mission remains clear: to empower others to connect with their horses in meaningful ways, to help them overcome obstacles, and to guide them on a path of personal growth, whether in the barn or in life. Horses have so much to teach us, and I feel incredibly fortunate to be able to share in that journey with my students and
the horses who inspire us every day.