Julie | Equine Therapist/Social Worker

Kia ora, I’m Julie—a Registered Social Worker and Equine Therapist based in beautiful Tasman, New Zealand.

With over 18 years of experience in the mental health field, I’ve supported children, youth, adults, and families through grief, trauma, anxiety, burnout, and the day-to-day weight life can carry.

My approach is strength based, solution focused, grounded, compassionate, and designed to help you feel heard, understood, and supported—no matter where you're starting from.

                                   
                                      I offer a gentle alternative to traditional counselling.

Sessions take place outdoors in the presence of horses—no riding, just quiet connection and healing.

         Horses have a unique ability to respond to emotion without judgment, helping us
                                                     reflect, breathe, and find clarity.

People often say they feel calmer, more themselves, and less overwhelmed after spending time in this space. There’s no pressure to talk through everything or have the right words. Just a safe, natural environment where you can explore what’s going on for you and begin to move forward at your own pace.

Whether you’re feeling stuck, untethered, or simply searching for a gentler way to heal, you’re welcome here.