Our Team
Our PATH International certified instructors, dedicated volunteers & directors, and equine partners are vital to supporting the growth and well-being of all individuals.
Executive Director
Shelly Whitlock-Pope, Ed.D.
PATH, Intl. Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor & Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning, EAGALA Equine Specialist, Certified Equine Gestaltist,
​Reiki III - Shinpiden
Program Director
Emily Eschner
PATH, Intl. Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor & Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning, EAGALA Equine Specialist, Certified Equine Facilitator​​​
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Instructor & Equine Speciality
Amy Degumbia
PATH, Intl. Therapeutic Riding Instructor​​​
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Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Amy Barrett
Equine Assisted Psychotherapy, PATH Certified Equine Specialist in Mental Health & Learning
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Nicole Welch
Equine Assisted Psychotherapy, PATH Certified Equine Specialist in Mental Health & Learning
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Licensed Professional Counselor
Cheryl Galligan
Equine Assisted Psychotherapy, Clinical Mental Health Counselor (NY)
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Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor
Caitlin Raftis
Equine Assisted Psychotherapy, Alcohol & Drug Counseling
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Equine Caregiver
Megan Burg
Property Caretaker
Joe Dunn