My Story
I am a registered member of the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors for 23 yrs, and a certified riding coach for Equestrian Canada for 17 yrs. I have a Masters Degree in Counselling from Trinity Western University and I am trained in a number of therapeutic approaches. Furthermore, I have ridden and competed for 30 yrs in equine disciplines such as eventing and dressage, taught riding lessons as well as coached at equine shows.
I have experience working with children, teens, adults and families. I am a caring, compassionate, insightful and genuine person by nature, dedicated to helping others work towards meaningful change in their own lives.
My Partners
Aladdin
Aladdin is a 17 year old thoroughbred/percheron cross. I have owned him for 15 years. He is my heart horse and has taught me more then I could have imagined. He has taken me to the FEI level and has given me his all in everything he does. Aladdin loves being brushed, petted, and especially loves treats, including bananas, apples and carrots.
Woody
Woody is an 18 year old thoroughbred. Woody is a kind, gentle soul. He is very much a horse who aims to please. Woody is wise beyond his years and is caring by nature. He most definitely loves treats and welcomes apples and carrots.
“Along with my passion and experience working with horses, who make amazing co-facilitators, equine counselling is a natural fit for me. I am grateful for that, as it is truly the work I love to do. ”
— Karren Shimonek