Equestrians for Mental Health Awareness

Equestrians for Mental Health Awareness Eq based group focused on supporting the mental health of all who are touched through horse sport.

Behind every clean horse, polished boot, and perfect braid is a person who gave everything they had, often without a sec...
08/07/2026

Behind every clean horse, polished boot, and perfect braid is a person who gave everything they had, often without a second thought for themselves.

Grooms are the backbone of equestrian sport. And their mental health deserves just as much attention as anyone else in the barn.

Swipe for what the job really asks, and why we need to start talking about it. 🤍

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This week at EMHA, Kathy Rausin led a powerful conversation on boundaries — one of the most important and most overlooke...
07/21/2026

This week at EMHA, Kathy Rausin led a powerful conversation on boundaries — one of the most important and most overlooked tools in mental wellness.

Two types. One practice. Swipe to learn the framework. 🤍

And the line that stayed with the whole group?

“Don’t resent what you allow.”

Thank you to everyone who joined and shared so openly — and to Kathy for leading such a grounding session.

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Pressure is part of the sport, but you don’t have to carry it alone. 💙Join us for an open, welcoming conversation about ...
07/12/2026

Pressure is part of the sport, but you don’t have to carry it alone. 💙

Join us for an open, welcoming conversation about mental health in the equestrian community. Whether you’re looking to listen, share, or simply connect, this space is for you.

📍 The Oaks
🗓️ July 14
🕟 4:30 PM

Everyone is welcome. We hope to see you there. 🤍

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June was Men’s Mental Health Month, and while we are a few days late, we still think there is time to talk about what th...
07/07/2026

June was Men’s Mental Health Month, and while we are a few days late, we still think there is time to talk about what that looks like in our sport.

Men in equestrian sport carry a lot.

The pressure to perform.
The expectation to stay stoic.
The weight of caring for horses, clients, and teams, often without ever asking for help.

Strength isn’t silence. Seeking support is one of the bravest things you can do.

Whether you’re a rider, trainer, groom, or anyone who shows up for this sport every day, EMHA is here for you too. 🤍

Drop a 🐴 in the comments if you think this conversation matters.

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Not every setback happens in the ring.Sometimes it’s the ride that didn’t go as planned • The horse that needs time off ...
06/21/2026

Not every setback happens in the ring.

Sometimes it’s the ride that didn’t go as planned • The horse that needs time off • The goal you didn’t reach • The comparison that creeps in after scrolling social media.

Athletes spend so much time learning how to train their bodies. But learning how to respond to disappointment, uncertainty, and self-doubt is just as important.

Progress isn’t measured only by ribbons, scores, or results.

Sometimes progress is showing up after a hard day.

Sometimes it’s asking for help.

Sometimes it’s giving yourself grace when things don’t go according to plan.

Your worth is not determined by your latest result.

Pressure is part of the sport. 🏆Learning to care for yourself through it is part of being an athlete. 🥰Your mental healt...
06/14/2026

Pressure is part of the sport. 🏆

Learning to care for yourself through it is part of being an athlete. 🥰

Your mental health deserves the same attention as your physical performance. 🤍

Strength isn’t just pushing through. It’s knowing when to pause, reset, and ask for support.

Join us tomorrow at 6 PM at the Horse Park at Woodside for our next Equestrians for Mental Health Awareness session host...
05/28/2026

Join us tomorrow at 6 PM at the Horse Park at Woodside for our next Equestrians for Mental Health Awareness session hosted by Jessica Good, LMFT. 💙

This conversation will explore the unrealistic reality of social media within equestrian sport, including comparison, pressure, online expectations, and the impact these platforms can have on mental health and self-image.

📍 On the deck outside the show office
🍕 Pizza & soft drinks provided

We hope to see you there for an open and supportive conversation.

We’re excited to welcome Ellen Garavatti to our upcoming EMHA workshop at Sonoma Horse Park. 💙As both a licensed therapi...
05/18/2026

We’re excited to welcome Ellen Garavatti to our upcoming EMHA workshop at Sonoma Horse Park. 💙

As both a licensed therapist and an equestrian, Ellen brings a unique perspective on the connections among relationships, identity, mental health, and life within the equestrian world.

Join us May 19th at 4:30 PM for an open and meaningful conversation on how our experiences in this sport shape who we are, both in and out of the saddle.

In a sport that asks so much of athletes mentally and physically, kindness and support can make a bigger impact than we ...
05/15/2026

In a sport that asks so much of athletes mentally and physically, kindness and support can make a bigger impact than we realize.

Be the teammate, trainer, mentor, or rider you once needed.

Someone around you may be carrying more than you can see. 💙

05/10/2026

Behind every strong performance is an athlete learning to care for both their body and mind. 💙
Mental wellness is part of training, recovery, resilience, and long-term success in and out of the saddle.
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