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"In the presence of horses and nature
The body remembers safety
and the
Heart learns to trust again ...."
ABOUT TEENA
Founder of Equine Resolutions & Nag Nanny
Meet Teena - Gestalt Psychotherapist Equine Assisted Therapist & EMDR Therapist
With over 30 years of hands-on experience in the equine industry, Teena combines a deep knowledge of horse psychology with evidence-based therapeutic modalities to support emotional healing, nervous system regulation, and personal transformation.
Teena holds a Master’s degree in Gestalt Psychotherapy and is a registered member of the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA).
Teena is an accredited Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy practitioner on the Gold Coast, offering trauma-informed and somatic therapy and has recently Completed Part 1 and Part 2 EMDR training, through the EMDR Institute Inc.
Her practice is rooted in nature-based therapy, offering clients a safe & supportive space in the paddock & among horses, on a property in the Gold Coast Hinterland.
Gestalt Psychotherapist | Equine Assisted Therapist | Principal Coach
A Heart-Centered Approach to Trauma-Informed Therapy
Teena works at the intersection of horse wisdom and human healing, supporting both people and horses in building connection, trust, and emotional resilience.
As someone with lived experience of trauma, she understands the power of horses in helping us listen to our bodies, regulate our nervous systems, and reconnect with ourselves. Horses mirror what words cannot always express, offering moments of stillness, insight, and deep emotional connection.
Today, Teena brings warmth, safety, and attunement to her work, meeting each client where they are and walking alongside them at a pace that feels right. Whether in a quiet therapy room or outdoors, her approach is grounded, heart-centred, and deeply respectful of each individual’s unique journey.
"When your work aligns with your values, every task becomes an act of love."
Teena’s Journey in Horses and Healing
Teena’s practice began in traditional English riding, training under esteemed professionals Heath Ryan (former Olympic Coach) and Rozzie Ryan (Grand Prix Dressage Specialist), and studying Equine Science at Charles Sturt University.
Over time, she sought a more compassionate and intuitive way of being with horses, leading her into natural horsemanship and, in parallel, the study of human psychology and trauma recovery.
This journey has shaped a rich, integrated approach, honoring the healing that emerges when we truly listen—to ourselves, to others,
and to the animals beside us.
Her practice is rooted in nature-based therapy, offering clients a safe and supportive space in the paddock and among horses.
Why Choose Teena for Equine-Assisted Therapy on the Gold Coast
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Trauma-informed, compassionate, and experienced practitioner
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Accredited Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) therapist
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Skilled in Gestalt, EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Somatic Psychotherapy, and nature-based counselling
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Supports emotional healing, nervous system regulation, and personal transformation
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Welcoming NDIS participants
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"A horse doesn’t judge you.
It accepts you as you are:
in your silence,
in your struggle,
in your strength.
In their presence, you
remember how to
accept yourself."