The Healing Power of Horses: A Conversation with Melissa Jean PT
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The Herd is Calling is a podcast from My Horse Journey exploring a different way of being with horses — one built on feel, trust, nervous system awareness, and mutual attunement.
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Join hosts Victoria and Josh Williams on The Herd is Calling podcast for an inspiring conversation with Melissa Jean PT, a board-certified hippotherapy clinical specialist and equine specialist.
Melissa discusses the profound healing potential of horses, the importance of connection and collaboration, and her advocacy work with the American Hippotherapy Association. She shares her background, the journey of discovering hippotherapy, and her commitment to equine welfare.
The conversation delves into the physical and emotional benefits of horse-human interactions, the need for a trauma-informed approach, and the transformative power of connection and trust with horses.
00:00 Introduction to The Herd is Calling Podcast
00:35 Special Guest: Melissa Jean Jars
02:45 Melissa's Journey with Horses
04:52 The Magic of Equine Movement
06:13 Advocating for Equine Welfare
08:23 Healing Horsemanship and Vulnerability
18:55 Scientific Insights and Advocacy
29:17 A Childhood Connection with Horses
29:39 The Healing Power of Horses
30:43 Therapeutic Benefits of Equine Interaction
31:07 The Safe Haven of Horses
32:00 A Transformative Experience
34:43 The Importance of Gut Instinct
37:26 Holistic Healing and Equine Therapy
42:27 The Role of Connection in Therapy
51:03 Peace in the Paddock Program
54:25 Concluding Thoughts and Future Plans
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Learn more about Melissa at her website: https://www.melissajeanpt.com/
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