Performance Occupational Therapy for Equestrians

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1 hour

16+ yrs

Experience 45 minutes of focused face-to-face therapy, complemented by 15 minutes for setup, packing, and note-taking - creating a comprehensive one-hour session.

For extended face-to-face time beyond 45 minutes, additional fees apply to accommodate the essential 15 minutes for preparation and documentation.

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About

Want to ride with more purpose, confidence, and connection? This service brings together the science of occupational therapy and the art of horsemanship, for equestrians who want to grow, not grind.

This unique service supports equestrians and their equine partners in building stronger, more connected, and more sustainable performance, both in and out of the saddle.

As an Occupational Therapist and lifelong horse lover, I bring a holistic lens to the riding partnership. Whether you're a competitive rider, passionate hobbyist, or somewhere in between, we explore all the moving parts that impact your performance: you (the rider), your horse, your environment, and your shared occupation - riding.

What to Expect

Rider Support
Explore sensory processing, mindset, self-regulation, body awareness, and posture as they impact your riding and relationship with your horse.
Horse Analysis
Learn how to assess your horse’s movement, posture, and behaviour from a functional, wellbeing-centred perspective—helping you become a better partner and advocate.
Occupation-Focused Approach
We look at your discipline (e.g., dressage, showjumping, trail, groundwork) as an “occupation” and explore how to improve performance through better engagement, connection, and mutual wellbeing.
Environment & Routine Review
We examine your horse's daily routine, training methods, and environmental setup to enhance health and performance on both sides of the reins.
Education & Skill Building
Gain practical tips and tailored strategies to fine-tune your horse–human connection, prevent burnout (yours and your horse’s!), and ride with more clarity and purpose.

Who it's For

Equestrians wanting deeper partnership with their horse
Riders experiencing anxiety, fatigue, burnout, or plateaued performance
Those looking to build confidence and self-awareness in the saddle
Owners wanting to better understand and support their horse’s posture, behaviour, and performance
Professionals or serious hobbyists across any riding discipline

Benefits:

Rider Awareness & Regulation
Build emotional regulation, sensory balance, and confidence—skills that transfer directly to performance and connection in the saddle.
Functional Horse Assessment
Understand how your horse’s physical habits, posture, and nervous system state affect their comfort, willingness, and movement.
Strengthened Partnership
Improve mutual trust, communication, and ease between you and your horse.
Occupation + Performance Clarity
View your discipline through the lens of occupational performance—what supports it, what challenges it, and how to optimise it sustainably.
Injury & Burnout Prevention
Create balance in your training, rest, and emotional load—for both you and your horse.