Help Your Teen Build Confidence.
And Gain Peace of Mind.
Gentle, horse-guided sessions that support emotional growth for youth.
Your teen doesn’t need to struggle alone. Let us help them connect with their strength and feel safe being themselves.
Is Your Teen Struggling, and You’re Not Sure How to Help?
You may have noticed your teen:
Feeling anxious in social situations
Struggling with friendships or peer pressure
Battling low self-esteem or body image issues
Pulling away or shutting down emotionally
Seeming overwhelmed or unsure of who they are
Do not feel safe to be themselves
As a parent, it’s hard to watch your teen struggle and not know what to do.
Spirited Hooves offers a gentle, proven path to support their confidence, without pressure or judgment.
A Calmer, More Confident Teen Guided by Horses
We don’t push. We don’t pressure.
We create the space for transformation to happen naturally.
Safe, non-riding interactions with intuitive horses
A welcoming space for your teen to be seen and accepted
Certified FEEL® practitioner trained to support families
Emotional growth without therapy or diagnosis
Real-time feedback through horse mirroring
Personal development in a peaceful, natural setting
We Understand What Teens Need, And What Parents Want
You want your child to feel strong, capable, and proud of who they are. But sometimes, the usual approaches just don’t reach them. That’s why we offer something different.
Led by Certified Facilitated Equine Experiential Learning (FEEL®) Practitioner Monica Gilkes, who brings a calm, grounded presence to sessions that help gently unlock emotional insight, trust, and resilience. Monica has supported individuals of all ages, and now focuses her work on teens and families seeking meaningful, lasting change.
“Working with the herd was an incredible experience. Thank you for creating such a safe and non-judgmental space, a place where we could release, reflect, and expand our hearts. This workshop was truly life-changing." Sarah Irwin
Meet The Team
CC
CC is our gentle 10 year old rescue mare and the beloved greeter of Spirited Hooves. She’s the first to say hello and always happy to offer a soft nuzzle. With her calm energy and love for connection, CC helps people feel safe, seen, and welcomed from the moment they arrive.
DAER
Daer is our wise 20 year old buckskin mare and the quiet observer of the herd. Her calm, grounded presence helps individuals feel safe and centered. She doesn’t rush, offering gentle support simply by being near, inviting stillness, trust, and deeper self-awareness in every session.
ELLIOTT
Elliot is our 17 year old gelding with a steady, thoughtful presence. He gently helps individuals explore awareness and healthy boundaries. With quiet strength and calm energy, Elliot invites trust and shows how connection can build clarity, confidence, and self-respect.
BELLA
Bella is our 20 year old Clydesdale cross mare, our friendly giant and gentle peacekeeper. With her kind eyes and steady heart, Bella brings warmth and reassurance. She creates harmony, helping individuals feel grounded, supported, and safe to open up and be themselves.
Three Ways to Begin a Meaningful Shift
Spirited Hooves uses the FEEL® approach, a proven, heart-centered method where horses help guide emotional growth, reflection, and healing.
Private Session
Gentle, one-on-one sessions for teens or parents to build self-confidence, clarity, and self-trust through horse-guided connection.
Group Booking
Create a meaningful experience by booking a private session for friends or family to grow together in a calm, supportive setting.
Workshops
Join a small group workshop and explore connection, confidence, and personal insight through equine-guided experiences.
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