“When I brought Valida home—an off-track Thoroughbred with a history of trauma—I knew I needed more than just a trainer. I needed someone who could see past her reactivity and fear and truly connect with her heart. From the moment Anna met Valida, there was an unspoken bond. Valida, who was once incredibly untrusting and flighty, was immediately drawn to Anna’s calm yet confident energy. She recognized something in Anna that so many of us do—safety, understanding, and presence.

While Anna came to work with Valida, she quickly became my trainer as well. Not just in horsemanship, but in healing. Her work with Valida mirrored lessons I needed in my own life: patience, gentleness, boundaries, and connection. Anna has a unique gift of reading both horses and humans, guiding without force, and always putting the horse’s well-being first.

Today, Valida is a different horse—confident, curious, and increasingly open to trusting humans again. Even when something spooks her, she’s learned how to self-regulate, a remarkable shift from the days when a misstep on the lead rope would send her spiraling. That transformation is a direct result of Anna’s dedication, intuition, and the quiet magic she brings to every interaction.

Anna is a true testament to what horsemanship should be—honoring the horse, walking with integrity, and creating space for deep, mutual healing.”

-Emily S.

“I was seeking a trainer that focused on “attunement” along with equine/rider biomechanics. Anna came over for one session and it was truly inspiring. I wish I had the opportunity to continue on with her lessons but I ended up moving which interrupted plans However, the one session was incredible. Definitely recommend- you wont be disappointed”

-Mariah S.