The Touched by a Horse Podcast

Ep. 106: Revisiting Horses and Somatics

Today we are revisiting Melisa's fascinating lesson around horses and somatics! We learn about Melisa’s journey into this work and how public interest in the subject has evolved over the years. You could say her talks on the topic went from “come again?” to standing room only… Join us to learn the importance of not only understanding our own chakras but our horses’ as well. This energetic exchange is a crucial part of healing through horses so perk up those ears and get ready to learn! 

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EP. 105: Tending Your Spark with Monica Hendrix

Today, we welcome Monica Hendrix to the podcast! Monica is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and an EGC graduate. Listen in as Monica tells us about her work with first responders, healers, and why it’s so important for those in service of others to keep their cups full. You won’t want to miss this impactful conversation. 

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EP. 104: Melisa’s First Ride

Dane is back on the podcast today! Join us as Melisa tells the story of the very first time she rode a horse and how it changed her life forever. Melisa also pulls this week’s card from her Whisper’s From a Horse’s Heart card deck. Will its wisdom bring you solace? Tune in to find out.

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EP. 103: Happy Hooves with Tiffany Sedorus

Tiffany Sedorus, EGC graduate and Army veteran, joins Melisa on the podcast today! Listen in to hear about Tiffany’s journey to TBAH, how she specializes in Gestalt work for other veterans in need, and why this approach is different than any support they’ve been offered before. Veteran in need? Be sure to reach out for a free consultation with Tiffany. 

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EP. 102: Deep Dive on Harmony

Today on the podcast you’re getting a one-on-one with Melisa! We begin with a card pulled from her deck, Whispers From a Horse’s Heart. Learn about how this special deck came to be, and then get a deep dive on Harmony and a lesson we can learn from horses on anxiety. 

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EP. 101: Roots and All Healing with Sonya Brown

Today, we welcome EGC graduate and practitioner Sonya Brown to the podcast! Sonya and her horse, Khanfident, are based in Montana and helping heal so many. Tune in to hear about how Sonya creates a space for clients to feel truly seen. 

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EP. 100: Happy 100th Episode!

Today marks a very special episode of the Touched By A Horse Podcast! Today, on our 100th episode, Melisa and Dane take a look back at some of their favorite moments so far. We also have some special messages from friends and graduates near and far. Celebrate with us today!

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EP. 99: Intentional Serenity with Teena Dietz

Welcome back, Healing Herd. Today, we welcome Teena Dietz to the show! Teena is a certified practitioner from our Equine Gestalt program. Teena is a “healing adventure guide” and tells us about her incredible work at Serenity Farms. So much wisdom in this episode you won’t want to miss. 

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EP. 98: Values with Melisa

Do you know what your true values are or how to find them? Did you know that horses have values as well? Today, Melisa teaches us a valuable lesson about how to drill down to the core of what drives us. Listen in for the exercises she uses with her students (and herself) to truly live within your values. 

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EP. 97: Somatics

In today’s episode, we are diving deep! After a quick update from our favorite couple, Melisa gives a lesson in Somatics. You might be familiar with chakras in the human body. But did you know that horses have them too?! You don’t want to miss this fascinating episode! 

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Equine Gestalt Coaching Method™

Melisa developed the Equine Gestalt Coaching Method™, where there are two Gestaltists present with the client—one human and one equine. Together they provide a therapeutic approach to deep-process emotional healing through the experiential nature of Gestalt work. Contrary to talk therapy, Gestalt work is experiential in nature and offers one of the most efficient means of working with past trauma and finding wholeness.

As of early 2019, there are close to two hundred certified Equine Gestalt Coaching Method™ practitioners worldwide from countries as far away as South Africa and Singapore. These graduates, along with their equine partners, help their clients find positive futures and personal happiness. 

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