The Touched by a Horse Podcast

EP. 89: Crossing Life’s Bridges with Dr. Myra Heckenlaible-Gotto

Today, on the podcast, Melisa is joined by Dr. Myra Heckenlaible-Gotto. Dr. Myra is an EGC graduate based in Minnesota. Listen in as we hear about Dr. Myra’s upcoming retreat, her book, and how she’s helping people cross life’s bridges. 

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EP. 88: Embracing Menopause with Melissa Clary

Today on the podcast, Melisa is joined by another Melissa! Melissa Clary is a soon-to-be graduate of both TBAH programs and focuses on helping women navigate menopause. Listen in as both women share their experiences and how Gestalt has been massively healing through that transition. 

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EP. 87: Gestalt Coaching Method

Today on the podcast, Melisa and Dane get us up to speed on what’s happening at the ranch. Melisa has been working with students in her graduate program, or GCM, as it’s called.  Few spots are left for Melisa’s programs, so be sure to get in touch to enroll! 

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EP. 86: A Trip to Soulful Prairies

Today on the podcast, Melisa and Dane are back to share some tales of their travels with us. A trip to Soulful Prairies proved magical for all, Dane had some adventures of his own, and Melisa shares what she’s currently working on with her students…a kaleidoscope is involved…tune in to learn more! 

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EP. 85: Summit Time!

Today, Dane is back on the podcast for belly laughs all around! Listen in as Melisa and Dane fill us in on student exams, barbecue fun, and Dane’s golf misadventures. Plus, Halo, the horse, is really stepping up in the round pen. Join us now! 

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EP. 84: A Wild Omen with Kelly Dukarski

Today on the podcast, Melisa welcomes Certified Equine Gestalt Coach, Horsewoman, Herbalist, and Horticulturist, Kelly Dukarski! Together, they discuss Kelly’s ranch, programs, and her “Five Steps to Glorious Outcomes.” Kelly has just a few spots left in her upcoming program. Listen in and grab yours today! 

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EP. 83: Finding Your True Self with Evie Rose

Evie Rose is back on the podcast today! A certified practitioner and a dear friend, Evie Rose fills us in on some retreats she has planned for the upcoming months! Listen in to hear about how you can get involved and how Evie has worked through her own sexual abuse trauma to help heal others with the same experience. 

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EP. 82: Healing Through Grief with Brittany Purcell

Today Melisa is joined by Brittany Purcell, one of our newest certified practitioners! She is hitting the ground running by helping others heal. From grief to substance abuse to the stresses of motherhood, Brittany uses her life experience to help those work through all of the above. Listen now to hear about her journey with Touched By A Horse.

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EP. 81: Healing Childhood Trauma with Shannon Lombard

Today Melisa is joined by Shannon Lombard, who will be walking the stage in her EGC graduation this month! She has her seal of completion and has already been putting it to good use. Listen in as we hear about how Shannon has worked through her childhood trauma on her journey to helping others do the same.

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EP. 80: What a Month!

Melisa and Dane are heading home to the ranch! Listen in as they give updates on their California adventures. Melisa gives some of her recent book recommendations and details how metaphor is used effectively in literature, as well as in healing with Gestalt. 

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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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The Healing Power of Horses

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Weekend Wonders

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Science Tells All

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