Why horses?
The herd is part of how I hold this space for others because they know what we need to confront and they hold us in that. And we as humans can be really great at deflecting each other or putting on our mask of protection.
But with the horses, we can’t hide behind smoke and mirrors, so in that we become receptive, we go on the journey, while not having to sluff through the surface testing what we do with one another. We find a frequency of strength and our own mirror in a way that is palpable. Imagine standing with a horse that is a mirror of your medicine and feeling that deeply so you know it exists. Or seeing a mirror of your own dysfunction so clearly you can no longer say it doesn’t exist. Where we cannot always be receptive to the feedback of other humans, we can be receptive to the feedback of horses. We don’t have to wear our masks of strength or be careful of how we reveal ourselves, the horses simply create the space where we can surrender to what is wanting to be revealed within ourselves.
The horses don’t hold agenda for you, they simply respond to the energy you are holding, the knowing of the teaching and mirror you are needing to be with. Horses are masters of congruency. Meaning how we are feeling on the inside, matches who we are being on the outside. When our energy is incongruent, horses will make us aware of this dissonance. In their own beautiful but very profound way they can guide us back towards inner alignment and authenticity by inviting us to embody our innermost truth.
Also according to scientific studies conducted by the HeartMath Institute, the electromagnetic field projected by a horse’s heart is five times larger than the energy field of a human heart. Researchers believe this is why such powerful healing and feelings of inner peace and calm can occur when we are around horses including decreased stress levels and increased feelings of empowerment.
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WHO IS THIS EXPERIENCE FOR?
For any human heart, of any gender and almost any age.
If you are human and you are traversing the awareness that there is some inner wounding that needs to be tended to around how you show up in your leadership and how you hold for others.
If you are human and you are seeking a path of ease in what you create space for. One that is kinder on your nervous system and feels supportive of your current landscape of life.
If you are human and you know there is a big vision that you are walking towards that you know is going to stretch you and you need support in being held in the embodiment of what that is.
If you are human and you are looking at holding space for the inner journey and also tending to and being curious about your life’s work and what is being asked of you in how you are showing up in your gifts and leadership.
If you are human and you are being asked to tend to you, the creator of what is birthed and held by you and to also take a look at what is outdated in what you have been leading and how it wants to be now held. If you are human and you know you are on a precipice and being invited into a deeper journey of yourself, and you are looking for a space that can meet you in those depths, without agenda, without ego and can be with you in all the layers that you are needing to meet.
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DO I NEED TO HAVE HORSE EXPERIENCE?
You do not need to be a horse woman, man or person, only to know that what is felt in their space with their wisdom feels essential to where you are seeking to travel and that horses are a teacher that is showing up for you right now.
No previous horse experience is needed. You will learn or refine how to safely interact with horses. All horse interactions are guided on the ground, so no riding experience is required.
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DO I CHOOSE WHICH HORSE I WORK WITH?
We believe in the authentic simplicity and the power of just being in the space of horses and observing them, which allows us the true benefit of receiving their medicine and wisdom in its purity. It is not in our human lens of horse wisdom, but rather letting ourselves be led through the wisdom of horses and their lead. And it is in this wisdom that the horse will often choose us. We believe that each one of our horse partners, and ourselves, carry a unique medicine.
We put emphasis and symbolism not just on the exchange with the horses as part of how we hold space in this work, but who is delivering the teaching.
This way we are truly honoring each horse as a teacher, allowing them to show up in their uniqueness and to be recognized for what they are contributing to the experience.
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CAN I BRING MY OWN HORSE?
We are unable to accommodate you bringing your horse to us, but if within a reasonable travel distance I would be more than happy to travel to you, and we can incorporate 1:1 sessions with your horse, in your pasture.
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CAN I BRING A FRIEND TO WATCH?
To honor and protect the special guided exchange that will occur between horse and human during these sacred sessions we do not allow observers. We would be happy to schedule an introductory session for your friends and family if they are curious about how this healing container and process works.
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WHAT IF I HAVE A FEAR OF HORSES?
We completely understand and we want you to know you are witnessed in your feeling. We see you and hear you! Your fear is valid! And you should be very proud of yourself for listening to your body within that fear. You are self-honoring, listening to your boundaries and that is beautiful.
Horses are very large prey animals. They are also highly social, sensitive and sentient beings and are very comfortable around human hearts. Each and every session will be supervised and facilitated by me in close proximity. Prior to each session I also offer thorough instruction on how to be around the horses in a safe space.
And, I will always honor your journey and process. We can start slow, with introductory experiences in protected contact (outside of the fence) while we work through your fear together and establish clear boundaries for you to become more comfortable and feel empowered. You can still very much receive full benefits from the horses and their intuitive guidance without being right next to them!
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WHAT SHOULD I WEAR?
We recommend comfortable boots or close toed shoes. The pastures and round pen are often muddy and wet, so please take that into consideration when choosing appropriate footwear.
The sessions are all outdoors, in nature, either in the round pen or the pastures. We recommend dressing appropriately for the ever changing and unpredictable PNW weather and sessions are fully dependent on weather. Certain weather conditions may require us to reschedule a session.
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DO YOU OFFER PAYMENT PLANS?
I am more than happy to work with you to find a payment schedule that is supportive to you. My wish is for this beautiful and sacred horse medicine experience to be available to all.
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Frequently Asked Questions
"I was gently guided into seeing myself wholly."
As a mother, business owner, caregiver and natural empath, my days are filled with instinctively knowing what people need from me to feel supported. In living my life this way, I felt tired. Working with Chantelle and the horses was such a transformative process where I was gently guided into seeing myself wholly. I was a bit apprehensive since I had never been around horses. They mirrored my energy and held beautiful space while I challenged my fears and allowed vulnerabilities to surface. I eventually was able to acknowledge myself and learn to set boundaries from a place of self love instead of exhaustion. The container Chantelle creates for this work is loving and safe and her intuitive guidance allows for profound shifts. I have such gratitude for Chantelle, Maizy, and Willow.
- Kathleen H.
"the most soulful way to heal your heart."
This work is without a doubt the most soulful way to heal your heart. I've always been comfortable around horses as I took riding lessons as a young girl, but never had I experienced such an intimate and tender space being around them before I started working with Maizy, Willow, and Chantelle. Prior to my sessions, I was in my head a lot and felt disconnected from my intuition, questioning my authentic self and what was next in my life. I still feel like I can't put into words what the horses were able to mirror back to me, but I do know that I feel more connected to my inner child and magnetic self than I ever have before. Sharing so much gratitude to Chantelle and her graceful presence, along with all of her beautiful and heart-centered creatures.
- Madison W.
"my trauma is showing up less in my daily life."
I had never heard of equine-facilitated healing before I stumbled upon Chantelle's offerings. I have been experiencing a great amount of anxiety and daily stress in my life, specifically surrounding past traumas and a stressed-relationship with certain members of my family. I was in search of an out-of-the-box way to approach my healing journey, and upon exploring the session options with Chantelle, I immediately was drawn to her somatic meditation offering. After committing to weekly sessions with the horses, I have felt a deep relief in my soul and my trauma is showing up less and less in my daily life. I cannot even begin to express how thankful I am for horse medicine and the transformation that can occur for anyone working through tough emotions. Highly recommend Chantelle and her revolutionary work (and the horses)!
- Private Client
"I felt truly and deeply seen and heard..."
Signing myself up for Chantelle’s Equine Alchemy & Somatic healing experience has been one of the most beautiful gifts I have given myself. Chantelle offers such deep listening and a lovely and safe healing container. I felt truly and deeply seen and heard, and it felt as if years of heavy pain and sadness lifted. Chantelle and her horses embody the power of equine guided empowerment and their somatic presence and being able to experience her peaceful grounding through this work offered so much clarity and it felt magical. I feel like I have returned to my true self! Running to book my next session now!!
- Christina L.
