Healing-Based Horsemanship 1 invites you to explore the transformative connection between horses and humans. In this course, you’ll discover our specialized approach to training horses as partners in trauma recovery. With 20 modules across six core topics—Framework, Fundamentals, Trust, Boundaries, Communication, and Leadership—you’ll develop essential mindsets and skills to build deep, relational connections with your horse. This unique relational approach sets Healing-Based Horsemanship apart from traditional horsemanship philosophies.

Course Modules:

Framework

1. Mindset Over Method
2. Why Horses Help Us Heal
3. What is Your Horse’s Job?
4. Our Healing-Based Horsemanship Story
5. The Four Truths

Fundamentals

6. Terms & Tools
7. Mechanics
8. The Right Horse for the Job

Trust

9. Two-Way Trust
10. Your Horse’s Story Matters
11. The Relationship-Ready Horse

Communication

12. Inviting a Conversation
13. Listening to Understand
14. Bringing Your Voice

Boundaries

15. Defining Boundaries with Horses
16. Practicing Boundaries with Clarity & Connection

Leadership

17. The Four Questions
18. Connection, Not Control
19. Putting It All Together
20. Reflection