Touched By A Horse

By Melisa Pearce

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

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How many episodes does Touched By A Horse have?

The podcast currently has 213 episodes available.

Touched By A Horse episodes:

August 27, 2025Progress Over Perfection
In this solo episode of Touched by a Horse, Melisa dives deep into the powerful theme of progress over perfection. Drawing on a recent coaching experience with a client, Melissa explores how perfectionism—though often rooted in integrity and high standards—can spill into every area of life, creating stress and disconnection. Through personal stories, business insights, and lessons from horses, she unpacks the importance of embracing a growth mindset, taking action, and playing to your unique strengths.
Resources Mentioned:

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
...more
28min
August 13, 2025The Great Furniture Debate
Welcome back, everyone. Today on the show, Melisa and Dane continue their immigration tale, but this time with a bit of a nasty twist. Fortunately, when obstacles appear, Melisa can navigate with composure and set things right. Also, is there a moose on the loose?? Listen in to find out.
Resources Mentioned:

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
...more
30min
August 06, 2025Immigrating Horses
Hold on to your hats! Today, Melisa and Dane sit down to share the story of how they immigrated their horses to Canada, and let’s just say, it’s not all smooth sailing. Between the grouchy border patrol, hours-long lines, and finding homes for animals unable to join, it’s been an adventure we can all laugh about now. Listen in to learn and laugh along.
Resources Mentioned:

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
...more
24min
July 30, 2025Graduation and Hay Adventures
Welcome back to Touched By a Horse! Today, Melisa and Dane sit down to chat about this year’s student graduation and how things are looking a bit different these days. Plus, get the lowdown on their new venture into hay farming. Uh oh, is that rain??
Resources Mentioned:

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
...more
29min
July 16, 2025Regaining Equine Confidence with Kaite Lorentz
On today’s episode, Melisa speaks with EGC graduate and Gestalt coach Kaite Lorentz. This varied and insightful conversation covers Kaite’s focal points as a coach: helping equine professionals to avoid burnout, regaining equine confidence after trauma, and the new podcast she’s launching (The Confident Rider with JoyRidge) as a free resource to cover it all! Be sure to stay tuned.
Resources Mentioned:
Learn more about working with Kaite Lorentz at Joy Ridge Coaching
Listen to Kaite’s Podcast - The Confident Rider with JoyRidge
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
...more
32min
July 09, 2025Brainspotting with Dana Thomas
Today Melisa is joined by a graduate and friend, Dana Thomas! Dana is a practitioner at her beautiful Thomas Ridge Ranch, where she specializes in helping her clients move through trauma, utilizing her background with abusive relationships. Today on the podcast, Dana shares what she’s learned about a therapeutic technique called brainspotting and how it can help to release deep-seated emotional pain. You won’t want to miss this fascinating episode.
Resources Mentioned:
Learn more about working with Dana at Horses to Wholeness
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
...more
28min
July 02, 2025EP. 121: Homeward Bound
Hold on to your hats, everyone! On this week’s episode of Touched By A Horse, Melisa and Dane continue their tale of Canadian immigration and it’s one wild ride. You won’t want to miss a moment of this death-defying adventure north. Plus, wish a very Happy Birthday to Dane and celebrate with this very exciting episode.
Resources Mentioned:

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
...more
29min
June 25, 2025EP. 120: The Immigration Game
Have you ever immigrated to another country? Have you ever immigrated to another country with a farm full of animals?? Today on the podcast, Melisa and Dane begin the tale of what it’s taken to uproot their lives and move to their new farm in British Columbia. Something tells me that with Melisa’s can-do attitude and Dane’s sense of humor, these two are making it happen and laughing all the way. Listen in to find out!
Resources Mentioned:
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
...more
25min
June 18, 2025EP. 119: We're Back!
Great news! The Touched By A Horse Podcast is back! Have you missed us? We’ve certainly missed you. Saddle up with Melisa and Dane as they share some behind-the-scenes stories of what their big move to Canada has been like so far. Stay tuned for an all-new season of the podcast sharing more updates from Melisa and student success stories alike! Welcome back!
Resources Mentioned:
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
...more
30min
October 16, 2024EP. 118: A Little Break and a Big Move
If it’s seemed like the podcasts have been few and far between lately, it’s because some BIG changs are happening on the ranch. Join Melisa and Dane as they sit down and explain why the podcast is taking a short break and all the exciting changes that are in the works. We thank you for spending time with us on the podcast and are excited to be back again soon!
Resources Mentioned:

Support 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
...more
12min

FAQs about Touched By A Horse:

How many episodes does Touched By A Horse have?

The podcast currently has 213 episodes available.