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Joanne is continually amazed at the great bond between humans and horses and how this can positively impact on our mental health and emotional wellbeing. In a world where young people are under tremendous stress and often struggle with anxiety, Joanne is committed to giving them a means to view themselves differently and to develop relationships that previously seemed impossible.
Joanne seeks to share the great pleasure and rewards that can be derived from working with horses on all levels.
Qualifications
- Masters degree in education (specializing in SEN)
- Level 4 Equine Facilitated Practitioner Diploma
- UKCC Level 2 Equestrian coach
- RDA Coach and coach developer
Memberships
- Fellow Member of ACCPH
Experience
Joanne has taught young people with learning difficulties, ASD and emotional and behaviour difficulties for over 25 years and has been an Instructor with RDA for over 30 years.
Along with her family have spent a lifetime riding producing young horse and ponies and competing at all levels.
As part of the Athena Herd Foundation team, she is now hosting training programmes in Northern Ireland as well as delivering Equine Facilitated Learning.
