Transform Relational Trauma
Animal Assisted Healing & Human Equine Alliance for Learning
Cynthia N. Forehand
TRLC, CCTS, NLP
Navigating Complex Relational Trauma has been a challenging journey for me, but I have been refined by the fire. I have chosen to learn and grow from my experience, and I want to help you do the same. I have armored myself with tools and knowledge I can share with you and guide you to a rich and meaningful life. Let me help you turn your pain into your power.
I am a certified Trauma Resiliency Life Coach (TRLC) and Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist (CCTS). I am trained in Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP) and explore other modalities as needed. I have learned to HEAL through Human Equine Alliance for Learning and through Poly Vagal Equine Institute or PVEI. I have experienced Animal Assisted Healing (AAH) which was the inspiration for aah HEAL trauma. And now I am available to guide you when you are ready.
I have created several online self-paced class programs for you that are available with a monthly membership and am available for scheduled online or in person sessions and retreats.
My First Love After Trauma
This is Teddy. He taught me to love again.
My heart went numb after 3 years of chronic emotional abuse. I didn't realize I had gone numb until the feelings started coming back and I didn't realize I had experienced trauma. Loss of self-awareness after trauma is common.
When your history has taught you that humans can't be trusted, and you don't have the energy left for any more human drama, an intentional nurturing relationship with a special animal can bridge the gap to open your heart and prime you for fulfilling the need to participate in the social human race.
Oxytocin is the love hormone and interaction with a beloved animal can result in an increase in this necessary hormone decreasing the stress hormone cortisol in humans.
Some other benefits of relationships with animals include co- regulation, companionship, motivation, exercise, recreation, and even blood pressure maintenance.
Animals can help ground us by reminding us to live, love, and laugh in the moment modeling true mindfulness.
Furbaby participation is encouraged.
AAH this is Animal Assisted Healing!
Meet part of the aah Heal team!!!
The Transformative Energy of Connection with Horses
Our emotional state influences our thoughts, feelings, and capacity to love. As beings with electromagnetic energy, we all possess an aura that reflects our internal state. Emotions are literally energy in motion.
The heart's signals shape our emotional experiences, and understanding this connection can illuminate the pathways to healing. Horses, with their sensitive nature, become remarkable partners in this journey, responding to our energy and emotions, providing real-time feedback.
When we experience trauma, our nervous system can become unbalanced, affecting our entire being. Horses can sense this imbalance and help us navigate back to coherence, where healing can occur.
Positive emotions trigger physical and mental benefits, enabling us to think clearly and feel empowered. In the presence of a horse, we can cultivate a space of safety and healing that encourages authentic connection and personal growth.
By participating in an aah Heal trauma "Dances With Horses" retreat, you will learn how to harness this energy, fostering self-awareness, boundaries, and authentic communication—key elements in rebuilding your life after trauma.
HEAL via Human Equine Alliance for Learning