Improve Performance, Communication and Your Relationship with Your Horse.
I use the Masterson Method, a unique form of bodywork that uses the horse’s nervous system to help relieve tension in key junctions of the horse’s body.
I am extremely passionate about this work because I’ve seen first hand with our horses what it can do for a horse and horse and rider. The thing that I love the most about the Masterson Method is that it’s something that you do with the horse rather than to the horse which follows my lifelong commitment to horsemanship by continuing to learn and being the best partner that I can be for the horse.
I work with a wide variety of equine breeds, ages and disciplines: performance, pleasure, working, therapy, pasture, etc. Bodywork benefits ALL horses, no matter what their job is.
What People Are Saying
“I trust Stephanie 100% for all of our teams needs in bodywork. She is incredibly insightful and we love how she can bring to light issues that may be on the horizon before they become a problem in the training dynamic. She has been able to pinpoint the trouble spots in our shy, stoic horses as well as encourage the stubborn, alpha types to feel comfortable showing their vulnerable side. This allows us to develop a training program that is specified for the horse as it relates to their individual needs, not to mention, the horses adore her.”— Anne Zaharias, Anne Zaharias Dressage, Cleveland, TN
“With the combination of Stephanie's undeniable gift for healing and the methodology of the Masterson Method, I have had the privilege of giving my equine partner, Erwin, a new start in life. When I met him as an OTTB nearing his senior years, it was not long before I discovered that his mind and body were riddled with traumas that had caused him to almost completely disassociate from the world around him. I surrendered every goal and aspiration I had ever set before me and made a lifetime commitment to him to be his advocate, protector and friend. With the unconditional and holistic support of Stephanie's touch, we have been able to restore many parts of Erwin's mind, body and spirit by helping him to facilitate the release of guarded tension and trauma....all while being in safe, caring and attentive spaces. The most unexpected surprise of this whole journey? I am healing too. Thank you, Stephanie, for breathing life back into Erwin. And myself, as well."— Alexis Hurley, Chattanooga, TN
“My 8 year old mare, Gigi, is in dressage training and has been getting bodywork from Stephanie for over 2 years. Gigi is very sensitive and can be reactive and the way that Stephanie tunes into her mood and where she might be having tension while applying the right amount of touch and gentle pressure is remarkable. By the end of the session, Gigi has usually melted into a relaxed, happy, half-asleep puddle. And Stephanie always gives me a few simple and effective exercises to do on my own with Gigi in between our sessions. It has helped me deepen my bond with my horse as well as continued the progress we’ve made so far, so we can reach our competition goals.”— Catherine Montalbo, Chattanooga, TN
“Stephanie is so patient and kind to my highly-sensitive mare, LadyHawk, who has struggled with anxiety due to tension and discomfort. My horse has been labeled as “naughty” or “mare-ish” for simply expressing her discomfort, yet Stephanie has been so compassionate towards her and it’s made a world of difference. Her gentle approach has allowed LadyHawk to let her guard down and release tension in ways she’s never been able to do before. In the past year of working with Stephanie, I have seen such a positive shift in LadyHawk’s movement and demeanor, her movement is more fluid and relaxed, especially under saddle. LadyHawk and I are so grateful for Stephanie’s wonderful Masterson Method work!"— Reed Carroll, Chattanooga, TN