Susan Perry, MA, LMFT, became Eagala (Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association) certified as a Licensed Mental Health Provider in 2022 and volunteered for Reins of Hope until joining the team in 2024.  She holds master’s degrees in Spiritual Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Spiritual Science, is fluent in Spanish, and specializes in using mindfulness practices in her life and work. She was drawn to Eagala due to the partnership with horses and the unique attributes of the model that facilitate insight, change, and deep healing using a heart-centered, experiential, and Solution-Focused approach.