Who We Are

Susan McNutt, OTR/L

Susan McNutt has been a pediatric occupational therapist since 1987. She has worked as a therapist in school and hospital settings, and began building her private practice in 1990, working with OT Rosemary White while learning the basics of maintaining her own clinic.  Susan specializes in providing sensory integrative (SI) therapy and Neurodevelopmental Treatment (NDT), utilizing many different techniques including therapeutic horseback riding (hippotherapy) and therapeutic listening programs. She is interested in working with the family and the child as a whole; home programs, behavioral programs, nutrition, and teamwork are all important parts of her therapy. 

Kate Sullivan, OTR/L

Kym Sproule, COTA

Lou Luis, OT/L

Therapeutic Animals

The therapeutic animals we have as mentors and partners for children include not only the horses but cats, goats, ducks, chickens, and doves. They all provide various roles in facilitating motor skills, self esteem, regulation, social skills, and communication.

Kiote

Kiote is an Appaloosa gelding. Kiote is a trustworthy horse with a big personality. He was born here on the ranch and has been playing and working with children since birth. His size and gait are perfect for kids of all sizes. 

Gaylin

Gaylin is a paint gelding. Gaylin is gentle and friendly to all the children. He has been working with kids for many years and is eager to please. He enjoys his job.

Rowan

Rowan is an Appaloosa gelding who has in the past few years lost much of his eyesight, but he is patient and clearly has a love for the kids. His bright personality and funny expressions bring smiles and laughter.

Soren

Soren is an Appaloosa gelding. He can always get a smile with his goofy sense of humor. Soren is an able and willing partner, who will happily take his riders wherever they want to go. His favorite things include playing in the water and overripe pears.

Kian

Kian is a young Appaloosa gelding who has been with us since he was 5 months old. He is Ciara’s half brother. He is still being started as a riding horse, but has a playful temperament that makes him wonderful when working with the children on the ground.

Ciara

Ciara is a young appaloosa mare who has been with us since she was 6 months old. She is Kian’s half sister. She is still being started as a riding horse but she is a willing partner with the children on a lead line.