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About Me

Horses have always been a part of Emily’s personal, spiritual and professional development, as it is their nature to call forth our authenticity in the moment and give profound insight. In founding Katalyst, Emily is sharing her purpose with people, teaching how horses can act as catalysts for positive growth and sustainable change.

Emily’s areas of expertise include personal and professional development, creative problem solving, team building, developing self-confidence, recovery from substances and trauma, and living on purpose. She designs and facilitates strategic and innovative planning sessions and leadership development programs for individuals, schools, corporations, and executives to create more efficient and successful ways of being with one another and working together.

Emily, MA, CEC, has a Masters Degree in Clinical Psychotherapy from Lesley University, and a Bachelors Degree in Sociology from Plymouth State University. She is certified through the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching, and is trained by Birchwood Farm and Driftwood Stables in equine facilitation and natural horsemanship. Additionally, Emily is a Massachusetts Licensed Horse Back Riding Instructor, a volunteer in the 4-H equine program, and has also volunteered previously at the Mass Hospital School Equine Program.

Emily’s passions include connecting with animals of all kinds, and people from all walks of life. She enjoys practicing yoga and horseback riding. She lives in Rehoboth, Massachusetts with her fiancé, 3 dogs and her herd of horses.

Katalyst is a comprehensive therapy and life coaching program dedicated to working with people who have been called to create a difference in their life and in their community. This innovative program is designed to build leadership, confidence, character and creativity skills in every client through the process of self-discovery, emotional intelligence, and by helping connect their core passions to live action.