A woman in a blue jacket and brown vest standing next to a brown horse with a white blaze on its face, outdoors with autumnal trees in the background.

Our Story

The horses taught me what two decades of achievement couldn't: how to be present instead of productive.

I came to them in midlife—a consultant who'd built a successful career solving complex problems for organizations. I thought I had it figured out. Then in 2021, chronic overwork caught up with me in the form of a life-threatening injury.

During nine months of forced rest, my horses became part of my recovery. Not as a project or a goal, but as a practice in simply being. They showed me that presence isn't a luxury—it's essential. And that the path back to ourselves often requires letting go of who we thought we had to be.

I trained as an Equine Gestaltist® to share what they taught me: that transformation doesn't come from doing more or trying harder. It comes from learning to stand still long enough to hear what your body and heart have been trying to tell you.

This is the heart of Mustang Wisdom: dignity, stillness, and reconnection—with horses and with self.

Who I Am

PhD, Social & Behavioral Epidemiology
Certified Equine Gestaltist® & Licensed Equine Facilitator™
Certified HeartMath® Coach
20+ years facilitating groups and coaching leaders

Circular badge with purple border and white background, featuring a winged horse (pegasus) drawing, and text that reads 'Touched by a Horse' and 'Equine Facilitator'.
A circular seal with purple border and text that reads 'Certified' at the top and 'Equine Gestaltist' at the bottom, with a white center featuring a logo of a stylized horse head and the text 'touched by a Horse'.
Gold and blue circular badge with text 'innerMBA' and 'ALUMNI' in the center, accompanied by icons of wings, a torch, and LinkedIn logo.
Logo with a purple plus sign, a purple to pink gradient heart, and black text that reads "HeartMath Certified Mentor".

WAIT — you wanted horse photos, not my bio? CLICK HERE!

Testimonials

  • It's a sweet experience to be in a rooted, heart-centered space with the horses

    I have so much love and gratitude for all the energy they move and mirror in us. Erika and John provided a beautiful day.

    It is clear Erika is embodied in this work. Such a lovely way to spend a day.

    Katie K.

    Lyons, CO

  • This was an eye opening experience.

    I was able to talk about emotions that I have pushed down for such a long time. Working with the horses was truly amazing. They are able to sense your feelings and help you work through them. I would recommend this to everyone because it is healing I am so thankful to have had this experience.

    Juan G.

    Kingwood, TX

  • I am deeply grateful

    I am deeply grateful for your collective hard work to allow myself and others to be so present with these beautiful beings. Thank you for he thoughtful considerations, meal and safe space to feel vulnerable and share.

    I look forward to coming back!

    Kristen W

    Greeley, CO

  • Erika is a wonderful coach with a lovely demeanor.

    “She stays present with you and has a warmth that invites you to open up.”

    Renee M.

    Fox Island, WA

  • Amazing!

    “I had no idea that I was coming here for a magical moment and a wonderful journey. I thought I was gong to be riding a horse. But I was wrong, the horse showed me trust, concentration, and how to let go of stuff. The energy I have and I got took me to another level. I will share this moment with my friends and see if I can get them to come back with me.”

    Neicy M.

    Denver, CO

  • Thank you for this awesome experience!

    “It was wonderful spending time with horses in a way I never have before. What incredible animals they are to be able to read what is in our hearts and help us to understand ourselves better! I definitely got more out of this experience than I thought coming into it!”

    Alison R.

    Woodland Park, CO

  • What a journey!

    “I left the day feeling grounded and present. I was reminded through the activities of what is important in life. I am thankful for this experience.”

    Shannon M.

    Omaha, NE

  • So very appreciative!

    “The comfort and level of grace Erika brings to group allows for myself the ability to dig deep in exploration, knowing full well we can bring light to trauma deep within.”

    Tanya D

    Minnesota

  • Fabulous coaching session!

    “I left so grateful and held in safety. The insight from our session was empowering and uplifting. Thanks!”

    Katrina D.

    Aurora, CO

  • Erika's heart is an amazing gift to help others to connect to their own.

    She guides you to truly find your authentic you.

    Molly M

    Midland, TX

  • Erika did a beautiful job facilitating our group circle.

    She is so present and creative and made me feel so safe and relaxed. I love how authentic Erika is and how warm and inviting she always makes me feel.

    Thank you so much, Erika!

    Casie S.

    Colorado Springs, CO