Happy Holidays!

The chilly early winter days have proven to require more grit than in years past, as we continue to navigate through this pandemic seemingly less seamlessly than our usual.

Here at Reins of Heart Wellness Center, PLLC, we have spent October and November finding comfort in wrapping our arms around our beloved horses’ necks, and deeply breathing in their peace. As a therapist, I have also been leaning into my equine partners for grounding and solace. The importance of carving out time for ourselves where we can genuinely and vulnerably just “be” is more beneficial than ever. Human connection feels fresh, as so much of our past eighteen months has included isolation of some sort through social distancing, masking, remote learning, all for the greater good of our community.

I honor the freshness of in-person connection, and my equine partners buffer as I navigate the courageous vulnerability that my clients bring to session.

I extend a heartfelt thank you to both my clients and my equine counterparts, as this space is magic because of all of you.

The horses and I will continue to show up for you for you as we work towards healing and recreating strength as we wade through these unprecedented times, together.

We are celebrating two months since my private practice launch, and the rewards have been plentiful. Watching my dream unravel of working with humans and horses together through a therapeutic lens has been the most fulfilling.

Expressing the utmost gratitude to my clients, my horses, and our beloved little red barn. Wishing you all a safe, warm, and peaceful December.

Happy holidays to all!

Gabrielle Johansen, LICSW, ESMHL