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Mental Health Professional, Equine Specialist

Danielle Carlson, LMFT is a licensed therapist with 20 years of experience working with youth and horses. Danielle specializes in working the LGBTQ+ youth and young adults, people with anxiety, depression, building self-esteem & confidence, and animal-assisted therapy. Danielle also enjoys working with adult women who are seeking to recenter their lives to find renewed purpose and joy.

From the therapist’s mouth: “Welcome to my therapy practice. I have extensive experience helping clients explore gender and sexuality, as well as addressing depression, anxiety, motivation, self-esteem, confidence, relationship issues, and family conflicts. My approach is to create an open and safe environment where clients can share their thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment.

As a therapist, my goal is to work collaboratively with you to find solutions that work for you and help you discover your true potential in life. Using a variety of techniques and long-standing approaches with proven results, we will explore any behaviors and thoughts that might be holding you back from living your best life and finding meaning in everyday situations.

On a personal note, I have a passion for animals and care for 12 horses, three dogs, two cats, one rabbits, and over 25 chickens. I report for duty daily to these beloved animals, which brings joy and balance to my life.”

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Scheduler/Administrative Assistant, Equine Specialist

Emily is a University of Wisconsin River Falls graduate with a bachelor's degree in psychology. She has 15 years of horse experience and two years of administrative experience. As an equine specialist, Emily can assist you with horse-related questions and monitors horses during group sessions to ensure everyone's safety. In her administrative role Emily handles correspondence, scheduling, and website inquiries, and keeps this busy place running! She can help you with questions about topics such as therapeutic services, insurance, and intake paperwork. While learning from and assisting Danielle, Emily also works in Nutritional Services at her local hospital as a cook and is attending Northwestern Health Sciences University to earn her Associates of Applied Science in Massage Therapy. In her spare time you can find her hiking, crafting and hanging out with her horse Jedda, her cats Sabrina and Harlow and her fiance Kyle.

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Equine Specialist

Rachel joins Equine Elevated with a diverse background that led her to a passion for working with horses in a therapy setting. After healing from the loss of her second daughter, Rachel became an advocate for mental health. She found solace in her rescue horse, Keanu, and experienced the healing he provided as a companion. From that point on, Rachel has expanded her knowledge about horses and equine bodywork to give back to them, recognizing the profound healing they offer us. A horse's heart can bring immense comfort and healing to the mind, body, and soul.

On a personal note, I have a deep love for animals, including my horse, dogs, cats, chickens, and a bunny. I truly believe animals have immense love and healing to offer us. In return, showing them love and kindness is the least we can do for all they give. I'm a girl mom, military wife, fitness enthusiast, avid reader, and crochet lover. I enjoy binge-watching police shows and cheesy romance movies on Hallmark. I’ve also never met a cookie I didn’t like!