Our Mission
Our mission is to provide evidence-informed, client-centered counselling that promotes personal growth, emotional well-being, and resilience. Through a combination of equine-assisted therapy, in-person, and online counselling, we create a safe and supportive environment for clients at every stage of life. We aim to offer guidance and care through major life transitions, including experiences of loss and grief, helping individuals navigate change while strengthening connections with themselves and others - through the therapeutic process and the simply wonderful presence of horses.
About Dorette
Dorette Nepomuceno is a Specialist Wellness Counsellor, registered with the ASCHP since 2023. She works with individuals seeking greater balance, clarity, and guidance during times of stress and major life transitions, supporting personal growth. Her approach is holistic and systems-based, supporting overall wellbeing beyond the absence of illness. Dorette understands that emotional health is deeply connected to lifestyle, relationships, and environment, and works collaboratively with clients to explore these interrelated aspects of life. Her practice is informed by the Six Dimensions of Wellness - emotional, occupational, physical, social, intellectual, and spiritual - allowing for the integration of counselling, lifestyle guidance, relationship support, and meaning-centred work. Through an interdisciplinary and compassionate approach, Dorette supports clients to build balance, resilience, and lasting wellbeing across all areas of life.

Meet The Herd
Our herd isn’t just a group of horses, they are guides, comforters, and companions. Each horse brings a unique presence, from calm wisdom to joyful energy, offering support and connection to those they meet. We care for them in a natural, species-appropriate environment, where their happiness and well-being come first. This enables them to share comfort, trust, and gentle guidance with our clients.



Piper
Director of Tiny Humans &
Lead Snack Coordinator
Penelope
Mischief Manager
&
Head of Constant Contact
Guinevere
Mane Event Manager
&
Jnr Peace Officer



Ricci
Assistant Mischief Manager
CEO of cuddles
Snack Strategist
Head of Grazing Logistics
&
VP of Zoomies
Nemo
Director of Peace & Patience
&
Mistress of Hugs
Dorette
Herd Operations Manager
​&
CEO of ManeConnection Counselling


