Where bodies remember, and horses guide.
A relational, somatic practice with horses that cultivates presence, embodied awareness, connection, and aliveness.
Horses live in embodied truth. They respond to what is present — not what is performed.
Their awareness is attuned to every subtle shift in energy, every change in breath, every movement in the field around them. Equìa invites you into this same way of being.
In partnership with the herd, you step into a shared field of awareness and resonance — one where the horse becomes a somatic co-regulator, reflecting what is alive in your body and guiding you back toward balance.
This is not therapy, and it is not about fixing. It is an embodied remembering: a return to your natural rhythm of safety, connection, and flow.
Hi, I’m Ruby
I’m a trauma-trained practitioner, educator, and Advanced Somatic Experiencing® practitioner-in-training, with a background in coaching, NLP, and Time Line Therapy. I’ve guided hundreds of clients in their leadership and healing work since 2014.
I’m here to help you develop the capacity and resilience to meet life and leadership with greater presence, self-trust, and aliveness.
This work isn’t about quick fixes. It’s about learning to stay present with what’s real — so you can lead your life from truth, not survival.
Working alongside the herd brings a different level of sincerity. They respond to what’s real, offering immediate, embodied feedback that invites deeper awareness and change. This is where things begin to shift — not through force, but through what your body can experience.
What you may experience
- 01Co-regulation with the herd that restores a felt sense of safety and calm.
- 02The experience of being mirrored by equine presence and body language.
- 03A deeper awareness of your body’s signals and rhythms — learning to listen rather than override.
- 04Greater capacity to set and honor boundaries through the reflection of the horses.
- 05A more grounded and sincere way of leading, rooted in presence and integrity rather than force or performance.
- 06Relief from survival responses such as fight, flight, freeze, or fawn.
- 07A softening of tension, vigilance, and holding patterns in your system.
- 08Heightened awareness of yourself and the world around you through the presence of horses.
- 09An embodied remembering of connection — to yourself, to the herd, and to the living field around you.
- 10A renewed sense of wholeness, flow, and aliveness.
Equìa may be for you if…
- —You are carrying the lingering effects of trauma and want a body-based, relational path to healing that is set in nature.
- —You long to feel more grounded, trust yourself more deeply, and feel more connected to yourself and the world around you.
- —You’re highly capable and accustomed to carrying a lot, but the way you’ve been moving through life and leadership no longer feels sustainable.
- —You find yourself disconnected from your body, your emotions, or your sense of aliveness.
- —You’ve done meaningful inner work and understand yourself deeply, but you’re ready for that understanding to become something you can embody and live.
- —You want to lead with greater presence and integrity, without relying on force, control, or performance to create the outcomes you want.
- —You are drawn to the presence of horses and want to experience their wisdom.
- —You are ready to step into a shared field of awareness and resonance — learning to listen, sense, and remember.
There was no pressure, just an invitation to follow my instincts to where I wanted to walk, which horses I felt drawn to, and how I wanted to engage. I left feeling more grounded, peaceful, and open. It felt like my nervous system had been held in a way that allowed me to soften again.
The experience of being around the horses, being experienced by them, seen by them, while interacting with Ruby, and noticing what was happening in my own body and nervous system through it all, was unlike anything I’ve ever experienced. I left feeling incredibly calm and acknowledged.
Your investment
Every Equìa session is a journey into resonance with the herd. These 75-minute sessions offer space for presence, reflection, and embodied remembering. Somatic trauma recovery can profoundly change your relationship with yourself, your body, and your life.
Important — unfortunately, insurance does not cover these services.
Single session
$2854-session package
$1,120I encourage clients to commit to a series of sessions to develop longevity in their healing process, as well as safety and structure within our container. As such, I offer discounted packages for those who wish to delve deeper into the work.
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Frequently asked
Where are the sessions held?
The sessions are held in person at a private ranch in Whitefish, Montana.
What if I feel nervous around horses?
It’s natural to feel nervous — especially if you’ve never been around horses before. Their size and presence alone can evoke strong emotions. In Equìa, your comfort comes first. We’ll move at a pace that feels safe for you, beginning with simple presence and establishing safety in the pasture before going deeper.
What happens during a session?
Each session begins with a brief review of horse safety, followed by gentle check-ins and reflection questions to guide you inward. From there, you’ll spend time in the presence of the horses — sometimes in close proximity, sometimes simply sharing space at a distance. Physical touch with the horses is not required. Sessions conclude with an integration time, during which we reflect on your experience.
Do I ride the horses?
No. My philosophy of horse guardianship does not involve riding. Instead, our focus is on building a relationship with the horses — allowing their presence, boundaries, and truth to guide us. In doing so, we strengthen our relationship with ourselves.
I don’t have any horse experience. Can I still do this?
You don’t need any prior horse experience — your time with the herd is about presence, not performance.
What should I bring?
Please dress in layered clothing suitable for the weather, and wear closed-toe shoes for safety. Sunscreen, bug spray, muck boots, gloves, beanies and hats may also be helpful, depending on the season.
This work complements other therapeutic modalities and is not a substitute for medical or psychiatric care.