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  • EP. 8: Horses as Healers

    What does it look like when horses step in and use their magic? Join us today on Touched By a Horse for a series of powerful stories you won’t believe. Listen in as Melisa breaks down the different categories of equine healers with examples of how they’ve touched the lives of her clients. Be sure to approach this episode with an open mind, and an open heart. We’re giving you an inside look at just how connected the Healing Herd can be as they help to mend the pain that confines us. 

    Resources Mentioned: 


    Learn more about our sponsor Hope Through Horses!

    Learn more about the work of Touched By A Horse

    Find an Equine Gestaltist near you!

    Connect with us on Facebook

    Connect with us on Instagram

    Reach out with questions for Melisa at [email protected]

    Call our offices at (303) 440-7125


    44 min
  • EP. 7: Healing Ourselves by Healing Others with Robert Goodland

    Today we are pleased to be joined by Touched By a Horse graduate, Equine Gestalt Coach, and wonderful friend, Robert Goodland. Early in life, it was clear that Robert was created to serve. After a lifetime of working as a correctional officer, EMT, and eventually a full-time firefighter, the Universe made it clear that the EGC program was the next right step. Join us as we hear Robert’s story, from his own recovery to helping others work through their trauma with the help of horses. You won’t want to miss this incredibly moving conversation. 

    Resources Mentioned: 

    Learn more about Robert and The Heart of a Horse 

    Learn more about our sponsor, Hope Through Horses

    Learn more about the work of Touched By A Horse

    Find an Equine Gestaltist near you!

    Connect with us on Facebook

    Connect with us on Instagram

    Reach out with questions for Melisa at [email protected]

    Call our offices at (303) 440-7125


    29 min
  • EP. 6: Emotionally Healthy Foals

    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 Horse
    • Listen to EP. 5: Foaling Emotionally Healthy Horses
    • Listen to EP. 2: Gestalt and Equine Magic
    • Find an Equine Gestaltist near you!
    • Connect with us on Facebook
    • Connect with us on Instagram
    • Reach out with questions for Melisa at [email protected]
    • Call our offices at (303) 440-7125


    44 min
  • EP. 5: Foaling Emotionally Healthy Horses

    Welcome back to the Touched By A Horse Podcast! Today Melisa takes us behind the scenes of the “Mareternity Ward”. When it comes to foaling an emotionally healthy horse, Melisa knows the journey begins at birth. Foaling over 250 horses has given her a keen sense of what to do, and what NOT to do. Listen in as Melisa shares tips and insider knowledge from imprinting, to her biggest mistakes. You won’t want to miss this episode chock full of incredible stories priceless wisdom. 

    Resources Mentioned: 

    • Get your very own Whispers From A  Horse's Heart Card Deck! 
    • Learn more about our sponsor, Hope Through Horses!
    • Learn more about the work of Touched By A Horse
    • Connect with us on Facebook
    • Connect with us on Instagram
    • Reach out with questions for Melisa at [email protected]
    • Call our offices at (303) 440-7125

    45 min
  • EP. 4: When Destiny Finds You

    Many of us move through life looking for our purpose. Though more often than not, what’s meant for us tends to find us in the most miraculous ways. This episode of Touched By A Horse takes a look back into the many examples in which Melisa received gifts from the universe that she could gift back unto those who needed it most. 

    Join Melisa and Dane as they discuss their serendipitous meeting 18 years ago, Melisa’s journey to create her Whispers From A Horse card deck, and the unexpected inspirations behind her beloved book, Eponalisa - The Fall Ride. Whether you’re finding your purpose or letting it find you, gifts are everywhere when you’re open to receiving. Listen in for more! 

    Resources Mentioned: 

    • Get Melisa’s book, Eponalisa - The Fall Ride
    • Get your very own Whispers From A  Horse's Heart Card Deck! 
    • Learn more about our sponsor, Hope Through Horses!
    • Learn more about the work of Touched By A Horse
    • Connect with us on Facebook
    • Connect with us on Instagram
    • Reach out with questions for Melisa at [email protected]
    • Call our offices at (303) 440-7125


    22 min
  • EP. 3: The Touched by A Horse Certification Program

    This week Melisa and Dane share the inner workings of their Gestalt training programs and where it all began. When others started taking notice of Melisa’s unique approach, they wanted to know where they could learn more! Unfortunately, the resources didn't exist…yet! 

    Tag along for a look inside how far the programs have come, how the roster of graduates has grown, and even a sneak peek at a brand new training program! Interested in a career with horses? Head to our website to learn more and apply now at https://touchedbyahorse.com/ !

    Resources Mentioned: 

    • Learn more about our sponsor, Hope Through Horses!
    • Get Melisa’s book, What the Heck is Gestalt?
    • Listen to EP. 2: Gestalt and Equine Magic
    • Learn more about the work of Touched By A Horse
    • Connect with us on Facebook
    • Connect with us on Instagram
    • Reach out with questions for Melisa at [email protected]
    • Call our offices at (303) 440-7125

    25 min
  • EP. 2: Gestalt and Equine Magic

    Welcome back to the Touched By A Horse Podcast! This week Melisa and Dane take a walk down memory lane and the theme is “beginnings”. Saddle up for a wild ride as Melisa recounts her experience with her very first horse, Chica.  Then get ready to laugh and learn as Melisa gives us a Gestalt history lesson! 

    We’re getting personal with stories of clients passed and how Gestalt, partnered with the magic of horses, has led to some powerful and healing breakthroughs. Believe it or not, Dane has some of the same questions you’ve been wanting to ask! So settle in and get ready to have your curiosity quelled. 

    For more info head to https://touchedbyahorse.com/

    Resources Mentioned: 

    • Listen to Episode 1: Welcome to Touched By A Horse!
    • Get your very own Whispers From A  Horse's Heart Card Deck! 
    • Learn more about the work of Touched By A Horse
    • Connect with us on Facebook
    • Connect with us on Instagram
    • Call our offices at (303) 440-7125


    29 min
  • Trailer: Touched By A Horse Podcast!

    Horses have an essential gift to share with the world and you are in the perfect place at the divine time to see how that gift can manifest! Join Melisa Pearce, psychotherapist, Gestaltist, horsewoman, author, and businesswoman each Wednesday on the Touched By A Horse Podcast as she brings you topics from horses healing trauma, to humans raising emotionally healthy horses.

    You will be enlightened and inspired by Melisa's stories and her vast knowledge of human and equine dynamics. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast wherever you love to listen and head to our website to learn more at Touchedbyahorse.com. See you around the barn!

    1 min
  • EP. 1: Welcome to Touched By A Horse!

    Welcome to the newest installment of the Touched By A Horse Podcast! Join Melisa Pearce, psychotherapist, Gestaltist, horsewoman, author, and businesswoman as she brings you topics from horses healing trauma, to humans raising emotionally healthy horses. 

    In today’s episode, we’re giving you the inside scoop on all there is to look forward to around here, starting with Melisa’s journey to incorporating horses into her psychotherapy. We also introduce you to Dane, Melisa’s co-host and husband! Get ready for a brand new season of soul-moving stories and interviews you don’t want to miss. It all starts here!

    For more resources head to https://touchedbyahorse.com/

    Resourcess Mentioned: 

    • Get your very own Whispers From A  Horse's Heart Card Deck! 
    • Learn more about the work of Touched By A Horse
    • Connect with us on Facebook
    • Connect with us on Instagram
    • Call our offices at (303) 440-7125

    21 min
  • Messages from The Ridge - Episode 55

    In this episode of Touched by a Horse, we talk with BB Harding and Barbara Broxterman who share the collaborative effort of creating a card deck with 5 Touched by a Horse graduates and 6 horse-avatars. The resulting card deck - MESSAGES from The Ridge - is full of messages meant to guide and inspire those searching for answers. www.messagesfromtheridge.com

    35 min

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Join Melisa Pearce, founder of the Equine Gestalt Method, as she explores horse/human dynamics, Gestalt, and the essential gift of Equus.