Mental Health Isn't Just a Buzzword EAL Video

Some of the testimonials we have received from participants of our programs.

I am a woman nearing age 70, and in the Empower Stride Program. Over several months and sessions, I became very clear about what leads me and drives my decisions.

In this program, I learned how to learn with the horses and my co-partner, and how to reconcile what I feel when I'm uncertain, at risk, exposed, and vulnerable. And even more importantly, what to do, why, and how to do it to become the leader I must be to lead a very large animal to do what he or she may or may not want to do.

Using the Armor of Skills that we slowly stacked over sessions in the arena together, leading our horses, it was there that I began to understand and choose my attitudes, gain my postures to move and speak confidently, and begin to live the EMPOWER words I learned from Suzy's horses and her skillful guidance!

When I began the sessions in May, I had no idea that in September I would wake up in bed next to my husband of 28 years, and find him dead--suddenly and unexpectedly.

In retrospect, I learned skills through Empower Stride that went beyond situational awareness--that through vulnerability and being a good leader, I actually can access and remain empowered through the most meaningful moments. Whether they be great to meh, to horribly difficult experiences, I can make good and sound decisions--from the simple ones to the life and death decisions. I can live overcoming. I can choose to put on the Armor of Skills and live empowered one step at a time.

I am deeply thankful for Suzy and her phenomenal instruction and guidance, each of her horses, mini horses, ponies, and her Donkey Daisy, the herd guardian, her bucolic and beautiful stables and horse farm in Muncy, PA, her Empower Stride Program, and my amazing co-partner in Stride, Devon. Ruthanne

"What a wonderful and unique experience for our area! These programs are engaging and fun for children and adults. Suzy is experienced in many areas and truly cares about her horses, farm, and the people she works with. Participation in these programs help with numerous life skills and personal growth all while working with animals in a unique way." Jessica

"Professional, caring, a great asset to the community, and helping those in need!" Trisha

"EmpowerStride is a fun and engaging experience focused on therapeutic strategies utilizing horses. The team at EmpowerStride is compassionate, passionate, and driven. It is a fantastic experience!" Marisa

"Thanks for sharing your unique program. I was delighted, and it exceeded my expectations." Kate

"My daughter has learned so much from Suzy since visiting her barn for the first time in 2020. Over the past 4 years, my daughter has learned the importance of ground work, safety, grooming, horse care, anatomy, tacking up & untacking, herd dynamics, riding, and how to build a relationship with a horse. Suzy is always helpful and eager to share her
horse knowledge with my daughter. The barn at Empower Stride is well maintained and the horses are very well taken care of with daily turnout. I am very happy with the experience I’ve had with Suzy and all the horses at Empower Stride! This is going to be a wonderful program and I encourage all to give it a try!" Allyson

"Highly recommend checking this place out! It's fun for all ages & the staff are all very friendly and definitely know what they are doing!" Brooke

"Suzy and all her helpers are amazing! We went for Girl Scouts, and they were all very patient with the girls and made sure they learned lots! You can see Suzy’s educational background shine along with her passion of teaching and helping those in need! She is very encouraging to all those and helps them learn to trust! I hope to visit again soon!" Shawna

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