Horses as Coaches
At Equine Inspired Soul, our choice to incorporate equine partners into our holistic healing practice is intentional and rooted in the profound connection between horses and human well-being. The horses are active coaching partners in our work.
HEZA
Heza is our wise and gentle 18-year-old sorrel gelding with a heart as big as his stature. A true gentle giant, he has a natural gift for attuning to the emotions and energy of those around him, offering grounding, comfort, and a quiet strength.
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Before joining our herd, Heza lived on this sacred land long before we did, loved dearly by the original owner’s daughter for nearly 20 years. We are forever grateful for the gift of his presence here and the trust placed in us to continue honoring him with love and reverence.
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Beloved by children and adults alike, Heza meets each person with compassion, patience, and an unmistakable sense of connection, making everyone who stands with him feel safe, seen, and supported.
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SKYE
Skye is our 6-year-old Shetland paint pony, small in size but mighty in heart and spirit. She shines in youth empowerment camps, guiding young hearts with playful curiosity, confidence, and gentle encouragement. Yet her truest gifts emerge in quieter spaces—one-on-one sessions with clients of all ages—where her intuitive energy attunement brings clarity, calm, and deep presence.
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Skye has an extraordinary ability to meet each person exactly where they are, offering a gentle mirror to what needs attention, release, or celebration. Her magic is felt in the heart, often in moments so subtle yet profoundly transformative.
Though petite, Skye’s presence carries an undeniable power—she reminds us that true strength is measured not by size, but by the depth of connection and the courage to meet life with an open heart.
DEENA
Deena is our stunning 17-year-old Palomino mare, known for her radiant golden coat and distinctive bald face. Gifted to me as a yearling by my grandpa Nibs, Deena has walked beside me for nearly two decades—our journeys in horsemanship and healing unfolding together. She is the horse who carried me out of my own darkness, teaching resilience, partnership, and the power of love without condition.
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A true fighter with a heart of pure softness, Deena is her mama’s horse through and through. She adores visitors and sees them exactly as they are - no judgement, no rushing, only pure acceptance. She loves any and all affection offered her way, even though her personal space is her safety.
Her presence is grounding, welcoming, and wise—an old soul who reminds us that healing happens in connection, trust, and love.
TRIGGER
Trigger is our breathtaking palomino dun gelding, instantly recognizable by his tiger-striped legs and the unmistakable sacred presence he carries. Roughly 20 years old, Trigger came to the ranch over five years ago—a true gift from God and my personal heart-horse.
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Clients often describe being stopped in their tracks by him. His eyes seem to look straight into the soul, reading what words haven’t yet spoken. Countless times, Trigger has held space for deep emotional release and profound clarity, working through a clairsentient wisdom that feels both ancient and deeply compassionate.
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While every horse here brings extraordinary gifts, Trigger holds a uniquely powerful space for healing. His presence is grounding, reverent, and unforgettable—an equine partner who meets people exactly where they are and guides them toward where they most need to go.
The Founder
ABOUT TANYA DINGMANN
Tanya Dingmann, Licensed Equine Facilitator and graduate of Touched By a Horse® Equine Gestalt Coaching Method, is the heart behind Equine Inspired Soul. Tanya brings a rich background in Leadership and Business Development partnering with the healing powers of horses. At Equine inspired Soul, we live our mission each day; to provide a safe, sacred space for people to heal emotional wounds, reconnect with their authentic self and nature, and experience transformation—alongside the profound wisdom of the horse. Tanya’s experience with generational trauma and addiction have empowered incredible strength and successful turnaround in the face of adversity. Gaining clarity and emotional healing through her own personal work she remains steadfast to her husband and young children, having fostered a new trajectory of strength and resilience. Allowing heightened awareness through lifetime learning and empowering others, staying true to her core values of making a difference, offering grace, and a rare ability to see light through the darkness each bring forth the keystone of our practice in transforming human hearts through the magic of horses. At Equine Inspired Soul, we welcome all to set aside the daily race - to breathe - and step back into the presence of compassion, authenticity, and joy in a way God intended.
Benefits
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Self-Discovery & Compassion
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A Healing Equine Connection
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Transformative Wellness & Empowerment
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Authentic Growth
Development
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Mindfulness
Revival
The Equine Connection: Powered by Science
The incredibly healing power of horses has been scientifically proven and is profound. Healing body and mind, horses have an amazing clairsentient power with their natural intuitive sense. Scientific research has proven the electromagnetic field of the human heart extends over a meter from the body. For Equine, the electromagnetic field of a horse's heart is five times greater, creating a powerful force of energy surrounding us when interaction occurs.
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Scientific Electroencephalogram (EEG) data shows horses energetically synchronize our brain state which helps us achieve a state of congruence, allowing our internal energies to match our external body experience. Thus, simply sharing space with horses significantly improves our physical well-being, in turn reducing stress and overall promotion of personal health.
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