Frequently Asked Questions

Equestrian mindset coaching focuses on the mental and emotional side of riding. It's about understanding what's happening beneath the surface; your thoughts, your feelings, and your reactions. Then using NLP & mindset tools to support riding with more confidence, calm and trust.

I work with riders of all levels and disciplines. Many of the people I support are amateur riders who feel anxious, stuck or have lost their confidence. Sometimes after a fall, a break from riding, or challenging experiences. Sometimes things have just got a bit much.

It is yes. Many riders tell me they felt they should be able to work things out on their own, or that asking for help meant they were failing in some way. I often hear about how they used to be able to do certain things in the past, but now are held back by fear. Taking that first step can feel really uncomfortable, but is often followed by "I wish I had done this sooner". I am always available for a free, no obligation chat.

No. We do lots of work with performance and competing issues, but many riders come to me simply because they want to feel more relaxed, confident and are looking to enjoy their riding again.

Riders often seek help with loss of confidence, fear or anxiety, overthinking, performance nerves, or feeling disconnected from their horse and not enjoying their time in the saddle. Coaching can also help if you feel frustrated with yourself, or are held back by self-doubt.

Riding lessons focus on technique and skills. Mindset coaching focuses on what is happening internally; your frame of mind, nervous system automatic patterns and habits. When we understand this better and can support it with mindset tools, and we can then apply the riding skills that you already have without the background noise. 

Sessions are one-to-one and tailored to you. We work at your pace, exploring what is coming up for you as a rider. We will develop tools that you will use both in and out of the saddle. My approach is supportive, practical and grounded in real life.