Susan Ehlers is a Licensed Master Social Worker in the state of New York. She is a social worker with over 20 years experience and an Epona Approved Instructor. She is a member of the National Association of Social Workers, the North American Riding for the Handicapped Association, the Equine Facilitated Mental Health Association and the Society for Spirituality and Social Work.

In 2004 Susan completed a year-long apprenticeship with Linda Kohanov, author of The Tao of Equus and Riding Between the Worlds, Kathleen Barry Ingram, M.A., and their human and horse colleagues at the Epona Center in Tucson, Arizona.

Susan's approach is person-centered, cognitive-behavioral and developmental in a holistic context. Her interests include preventative mental health care, mindfulness, creative courage, and issues relating to spirituality and mental health. Specialities include: women with life-cycle transitions, codependency and family of origin issues, change, and grief and loss - including the loss of a companion animal.

Susan practices Equine Facilitated Experiential Learning and Counseling at a farm setting with horses specially chosen for this work. The work is designed for adults and young people age 16 and over. If a client wishes to work with their own horse, there may be additional costs involved for travel expense or possibly an additional instructor. Workshops for groups are also periodically offered. If you would like to be on a mailing list to receive notice of these events, please let us know. If you are part of a particular group or organization that would like to explore group dynamics, specially designed Equine Facilitated Experiential Learning events are offered.

Susan practices in the Riverhead area, Long Island, approximately 75 miles east of New York City.