Touched By A Horse

Last week we covered everything from breeding to birth when it comes to foaling emotionally healthy horses. This week join Melisa and Dane as they discuss the next steps with these sweet newborns and how crucial these first few days and weeks will be for their development. What happens when bonding is threatened? How do you deal with an orphan foal? Listen in for how Melisa dealt with the unexpected and for chapter 2 of the always hilarious story of Chica, Melisa’s very first horse!  Resources Mentioned: Learn more about our sponsor, Hope Through Horses!Learn more about the work of Touched By A HorseListen to EP. 5: Foaling Emotionally Healthy HorsesListen to EP. 2: Gestalt and Equine MagicFind an Equine Gestaltist near you!Connect with us on FacebookConnect with us on InstagramReach out with questions for Melisa at melisa@touchedbyahorse.comCall our offices at (303) 440-7125

Today on the podcast, we welcome good friend and EGC graduate, Coach Jane Salko. Jane chats with Melisa about how she helps industry professionals fight burnout, her upcoming retreats, and how she met the love of her life…her horse, Paul! Listen in to hear about how YOU can work with Jane. Resources Mentioned: Work with JaneSupport Hope Held By A HorseSupport Hope Through HorsesLearn more about the work of Touched By A HorseFind an Equine Gestaltist near you!Connect with us on FacebookConnect with us on InstagramReach out with questions for Melisa at melisa@touchedbyahorse.comCall our offices at (303) 440-7125

Welcome home, Melisa and Dane! And welcome back, listeners. Today, our favorite couple gives us the rundown on their month-long European adventure. Listen in for tales of planes, boats, Beatles, and more! Resources Mentioned: Support Hope Through HorsesLearn more about the work of Touched By A HorseFind an Equine Gestaltist near you!Connect with us on FacebookConnect with us on InstagramReach out with questions for Melisa at melisa@touchedbyahorse.comCall our offices at (303) 440-7125

In life, it becomes easy to get so caught up in taking care of others that we forget to nurture ourselves. Does this sound like you? Today Melisa chats with us about nurturance and what has helped her to better nurture herself. How will you nurture yourself today?Resources Mentioned: Support Hope Through HorsesLearn more about the work of Touched By A HorseFind an Equine Gestaltist near you!Connect with us on FacebookConnect with us on InstagramReach out with questions for Melisa at melisa@touchedbyahorse.comCall our offices at (303) 440-7125

Do you have a negative self-belief, and you’re not sure why? Today Melisa delves into “introjects” and how moments from our past can hold us back in the present. Listen in to hear how Melisa has worked with previous clients to overcome this challenge. Resources Mentioned: Learn more about Spark EquineSupport Hope Through HorsesLearn more about the work of Touched By A HorseFind an Equine Gestaltist near you!Connect with us on FacebookConnect with us on InstagramReach out with questions for Melisa at melisa@touchedbyahorse.comCall our offices at (303) 440-7125

Many of us have heard of and even sorted ourselves using the Myers-Briggs Personality Test to better understand ourselves and our partners. But did you know you can now test your horses? Join Melisa and Dane today as they break down the meaning of their own Myers-Briggs results and how Melisa translated this understanding into her book, Equusology, co-written with Caroline Fitzpatrick. Typology helps us better understand and get along with others, so why not apply it to our equine relationships? Listen in to learn how you can do just that! Resources Mentioned: Learn more about EquusologyFor Equusology camps with Caroline, reach out to office@touchedbyahorse.com Learn more about our sponsor Hope Through Horses!Learn more about the work of Touched By A HorseFind an Equine Gestaltist near you!Connect with us on FacebookConnect with us on InstagramReach out with questions for Melisa at melisa@touchedbyahorse.comCall our offices at (303) 440-7125

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! Resources Mentioned: Learn more about our sponsor Hope Through Horses!Learn more about the work of Touched By A HorseFind an Equine Gestaltist near you!Connect with us on FacebookConnect with us on InstagramReach out with questions for Melisa at melisa@touchedbyahorse.comCall our offices at (303) 440-7125

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. Resources Mentioned: Learn more about Spark EquineSupport Hope Through HorsesLearn more about the work of Touched By A HorseFind an Equine Gestaltist near you!Connect with us on FacebookConnect with us on InstagramReach out with questions for Melisa at melisa@touchedbyahorse.comCall our offices at (303) 440-7125

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.Resources Mentioned: Buy the Whispers From A Horse's Heart card deckSupport Hope Through HorsesLearn more about the work of Touched By A HorseFind an Equine Gestaltist near you!Connect with us on FacebookConnect with us on InstagramReach out with questions for Melisa at melisa@touchedbyahorse.comCall our offices at (303) 440-7125

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. Resources Mentioned: Learn more about Happy Hooves OasisSupport Hope Through HorsesLearn more about the work of Touched By A HorseFind an Equine Gestaltist near you!Connect with us on FacebookConnect with us on InstagramReach out with questions for Melisa at melisa@touchedbyahorse.comCall our offices at (303) 440-7125

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. Resources Mentioned: Support Hope Through HorsesLearn more about the work of Touched By A HorseFind an Equine Gestaltist near you!Connect with us on FacebookConnect with us on InstagramReach out with questions for Melisa at melisa@touchedbyahorse.comCall our offices at (303) 440-7125

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. Resources Mentioned: Learn more about Roots and All HealingSupport Hope Through HorsesLearn more about the work of Touched By A HorseFind an Equine Gestaltist near you!Connect with us on FacebookConnect with us on InstagramReach out with questions for Melisa at melisa@touchedbyahorse.comCall our offices at (303) 440-7125

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!Resources Mentioned: Support Hope Through HorsesLearn more about the work of Touched By A HorseFind an Equine Gestaltist near you!Connect with us on FacebookConnect with us on InstagramReach out with questions for Melisa at melisa@touchedbyahorse.comCall our offices at (303) 440-7125

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. Resources Mentioned: Learn more about Intentional Serenity with Teena DietzSupport Hope Through HorsesLearn more about the work of Touched By A HorseFind an Equine Gestaltist near you!Connect with us on FacebookConnect with us on InstagramReach out with questions for Melisa at melisa@touchedbyahorse.comCall our offices at (303) 440-7125

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. Resources Mentioned:Support Hope Through HorsesLearn more about the work of Touched By A HorseFind an Equine Gestaltist near you!Connect with us on FacebookConnect with us on InstagramReach out with questions for Melisa at melisa@touchedbyahorse.comCall our offices at (303) 440-7125

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! Resources Mentioned: Support Hope Through HorsesLearn more about the work of Touched By A HorseFind an Equine Gestaltist near you!Connect with us on FacebookConnect with us on InstagramReach out with questions for Melisa at melisa@touchedbyahorse.comCall our offices at (303) 440-7125

Welcome to a new year of the Touched By A Horse podcast. Today, Melisa and Dane update us on how they’re kicking off 2024. Melisa also shares her personal practice to welcome the new year and all there is to be a part of at Touched By A Horse in the coming months. Listen in and join us! Resources Mentioned: Support Hope Through HorsesLearn more about the work of Touched By A HorseFind an Equine Gestaltist near you!Connect with us on FacebookConnect with us on InstagramReach out with questions for Melisa at melisa@touchedbyahorse.comCall our offices at (303) 440-7125

Today on the podcast, Melisa has a special guest! Welcome Blossom Savage, an EGC graduate based in Missoula, Montana. Blossom joins us to speak on her work at Transformational Trails,  what she loves about this deeply healing practice, and the true meaning of self-care. Join us! Resources Mentioned: Learn more about Transformational TrailsSupport Hope Through HorsesLearn more about the work of Touched By A HorseFind an Equine Gestaltist near you!Connect with us on FacebookConnect with us on InstagramReach out with questions for Melisa at melisa@touchedbyahorse.comCall our offices at (303) 440-7125

Happy New Year, Healing Herd! In this episode, we’re throwing it back to this time last year. Melisa and Dane chat about best practices for looking back in order to move forward intentionally into the new year. Enjoy this reminder of some wonderful lessons.  Resources Mentioned: Support Hope Through HorsesLearn more about the work of Touched By A HorseFind an Equine Gestaltist near you!Connect with us on FacebookConnect with us on InstagramReach out with questions for Melisa at melisa@touchedbyahorse.comCall our offices at (303) 440-7125

Welcome back! Today, your favorite couple sit down to share the details of an exceptional program Melisa has recently completed for the second time. Tony Robbins’ “Date with Destiny” helps you take your beliefs, values, and rules – the blueprint and foundation for every part of your life – and decide to sculpt yourself into what you’re capable of. Listen in for how this program has been transformational for Melisa and how much has changed since the first time. Resources Mentioned: Support Hope Through HorsesLearn more about the work of Touched By A HorseFind an Equine Gestaltist near you!Connect with us on FacebookConnect with us on InstagramReach out with questions for Melisa at melisa@touchedbyahorse.comCall our offices at (303) 440-7125