About this episode:In this inaugural episode of Shift Shift Bloom's second season, host Kristen Cerelli delves into the transformative world of equine therapy with Belle Shook, a former professional counselor turned equine guidance expert. Belle shares her journey from conventional talk therapy to founding Equine Guidance, a unique ranch in Arizona’s Verde Valley, where American Bashkir curly horses aid individuals in healing and personal development. This episode also features expert analysis from Dr. Kimberly Tumlin, founder of the Equine Assisted Collaborative for Health.About our guest:Belle Shook has trained in the science of healing, and is also an intuitive therapist and coach who focuses on personal development, clarity after trauma, and spiritual interconnectedness. Pioneers in the field of equine therapy, Belle and the herd of Bashkir Curly horses, Salsa, Penny, and Mimi, assist people in accessing and developing their potential for living lives of greater health and happiness. Where to find our guest(s) online:Belle's Website @equine_guidance on Instagram @BelleEquine on X Other Resources Mentioned:Bessel Van Der Kolk, MDPeter Levine, PhDSomatic Experiencing InternationalStephen Porges, PhDPolyvagal InstituteFight, Flight, Freeze and Fawn ResponsesKimberly Tumlin, PhDAdditional Resources:Additional ResourcesTCOMThe Praed Foundation Credits:CreditsHosted by Kristen Cerelli Cover art by @jacksonfallTheme Music by Kristen Cerelli. Additional music by Ray Wyssman and The SimoleonsPodcast production by Timothy FallAll content Copyright ActuallyQuiteNice, Inc & TCOM Studios, 2022-2025

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