My mentorship programs are designed to support Equine Specialists and Equine Professionals before, during, and after certification. They are rooted in over eight years of hands-on experience, two nationally recognized certifications (PATH Intl. and EAGALA), and my work as a PATH Intl. Approved Mentor. Each mentorship experience is tailored to you, your setting, your goals, your certification pathway, and the population you serve. There is no one-size-fits-all formula. I take time to understand where you are, what you need, and where you want to grow so we can create a clear, structured plan that aligns with your vision. Together, we focus on building real-world competence and confidence, not just completing hours. We strengthen ethical awareness, clarify scope of practice, deepen horsemanship partnership skills, and support effective collaboration with clinical teams when applicable. Whether you’re just starting out or refining your approach, my goal is to help you stay in scope, protect your horses, and facilitate with clarity and integrity, while giving you practical tools and language you can use immediately.

• Understanding the ES role in EAL & EAP • ES responsibilities before, during, and after sessions • Partnering with horses & reading equine behavior • Congruence & Incongruence in clients and horses • Documents, forms, and guides for professional practice • The Relationship Triangle model • Scope of practice: Working in the “grey areas” ethically • Self-awareness & emotional regulation as an ES • How to collaborate effectively with mental health professionals • Session flow, safety, structure, and facilitation skills • Professionalism, boundaries, and communication

Yes. we do! We currently have 2 mentorship tracks that each offer 4 PATH Intl. CEU credit hours: 2 Core Requirement Hours and 2 General Education Hours These hours align with PATH Intl. mentorship standards and are backed by the program creator’s certifications, mentorship credentials, and years of professional service. PATH members receive a 20% discount please contact Bri directly for more information bribennett@partneringforpurpose.com(mailto:bribennett@partneringforpurpose.com)

• Pre-recorded modules, quizzes, equine research articles. • Written guides, forms, and activity templates • Review and create activities • Optional 1:1 mentorship sessions • Optional live virtual skill sessions • In-person horsemanship or session-shadowing opportunities available depending on mentor track.

Yes!! completely!! Every mentorship experience I offer is customized to you. I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. Your goals, certification pathway, population served, horses, setting, and long-term vision all matter. Whether you’re just beginning, preparing for certification, navigating scope questions, or strengthening your facilitation skills, we tailor our sessions to meet you exactly where you are. Together, we create a focused plan that supports your growth with practical tools, structured guidance, and real-world application, so you leave each session with clarity, confidence, and next steps that align with your purpose.

• New or aspiring Equine Specialists • Equine professionals transitioning from other professions. • Mental health providers wanting to understand ES collaboration • Coaches, educators, or program developers entering the EAL field • PATH members and certified ESMHL's seeking continuing education or mentorship

I do not offer certification programs for Equine-Assisted Learning or Equine Specialist roles. However, I provide structured mentorship and educational support before, during, and after many of the certification pathways available. My role is to help you prepare for certification, strengthen your understanding while you’re in the process, and confidently apply what you’ve learned once you’re certified. The focus is on building competence, ethical awareness, horsemanship partnership skills, and real-world facilitation confidence, so you feel fully supported at every stage of your professional journey.

• Understand and execute the ES role ethically and confidently • Facilitate safe, grounded equine-assisted sessions • Collaborate with therapists and coaches when applicable • Recognize and respond appropriately to horse behavior • Support client growth without overstepping scope • Maintain emotional regulation and awareness during sessions • Implement professional documentation and communication standards

Mentorship doesn’t end when our structured sessions do. You have the option to schedule follow-up calls as needed for continued guidance, refinement, or support as new questions arise. Many professionals return for tune-up sessions, scope clarification, activity development support, or help navigating growth transitions. Depending on your needs, you may also continue through extended mentorship packages, group mentorship opportunities, or ongoing organizational support if you’re part of a larger team. My goal is to ensure you don’t feel alone once the formal mentorship phase is complete. Growth in this field is layered, and I remain available as a professional resource as you continue evolving in your role.