“As someone navigating severe PTSD and a lifetime of trauma from childhood through adulthood, I can confidently say that working with Kelly has been the most impactful therapeutic experience of my life. Kelly is gentle, authentic, incredibly humble, and a deeply empowered woman who naturally creates an environment of total safety and non-judgment. Unlike traditional therapies that leave you feeling drained, sad, or depleted, I leave my sessions with Kelly feeling invigorated and empowered. Her approach is beautifully organic and non-linear. She guides and leads with incredible intuition, but she never dictates or forces you to confront something before you are ready. Because of this, I have been able to safely face and begin working through buried traumas that have held me back for years. The physical space itself is beautiful, expansive, and perfectly designed for healing. The horses add an incredible, profound layer to the therapy, but there is zero pressure—you can choose to work with them or not, and Kelly tailors each session to what you need that day. The life-changing benefits of a single session carry me through the entire week. Even on days when I feel tired or apprehensive, I always look forward to going because I know I will leave feeling better. I wish everyone could experience the profound healing Kelly offers. She is truly life-changing.” Gillian J
 
 

“I cannot thank Kelly enough for *literally* changing my life. She has not only helped me heal, but also taught me so many useful tools that I use every single day. She is truly a gift to everyone she comes across. Her warmth and presence is healing on its own. I cannot recommend Kelly enough! Your future self will thank you for it. ” – BL, Virtual Client

“Through active participation, and by feeling safe, brave, and courageous enough, Kelly has ushered in my new birth at 38 years old, while also supporting the unpacking of the previous 37 years before I knew her. This life-changing work has been done through, what I have come to believe, is the gospel of Somatic Experiencing.

Since we began our work together, I’ve tapped into parts of myself that I once numbed with medicine, and hosted conversations with the newfound language she helped me cultivate—leading to healing in my relationships. Again, both internally and externally, I’ve granted myself endless permission to transform my judgment and criticism into curiosity and bewilderment. I’ve learned to explore what my soul wants and doesn’t want, and lean into honoring those places, spaces, people, and things.

You’ll often hear someone say, “my best self,” or “New Year, new me.” In this case, nothing could be truer. I’ve had the incredible privilege of witnessing my eyes take on a new perspective, my heart grow fuller while remaining light and open, my mind become a friend whom I can observe, question, and appreciate, and a spirit that aligns with the gifts of teachers like Kelly, who bring such healing into the world.

To my teacher, therapist, trusted confidant, and crone—saying thank you doesn’t begin to express my gratitude for you. I’ve brought forward the woman my highest self has known but whom my 3D body couldn’t reconcile with until now. My five senses honor you, your work, and our time together.” – Coco G, Virtual Client


“I’m doing pretty well all things considered. I’m sad that it’s this way, but feeling empowered at the same time. I appreciate you being here for me. Your help and insight has been invaluable. Thank you!” – TI

 

“Kelly has a magical way of being a mirror into your soul. Kelly is able to tap into the essence of who you are even if you’ve lost sight of who that person is, while gently guiding, making space, and providing work to help guide you back to your true self. After a lifetime of trauma, Kelly has helped me get to the root of many of the things that have held me back in life and relationships, and for the first time, I am seeing my true potential and healing old wounds that didn’t allow me to grow or move forward. Through guided meditation, talk therapy, and goal setting, I have made more progress with Kelly in the last six months than I’ve made in a lifetime of work on my own. I am forever grateful that I found Kelly and cannot speak highly enough of her gifts.” -Carol

“All throughout school, I was reminded of what you taught me through somatic therapy. I’m able to recenter myself and be back in my body when I’m working, notice when I have a feeling in my body, get myself grounded, and the list goes on and on. Life outside of school has been a lot, too, and I always return to your teachings to help me get my bearings and move forward. It’s been a rewarding experience to go through tough moments by applying what I’ve learned. And, I know my new path as a massage therapist was built on a strong foundation, because I had you as my teacher. Thank you so much for everything.” – Branda

“What a wonderful place to find you inner peace. Kelly and her horses are amazing and help to show you your true self.” – Tiffany

“This is an awesome place that is run by amazing people. The owner is incredibly gifted and talented! What a gem!” – Mike

“I’ve known Kelly for many years and I reached out to her for help prior to and then during a difficult divorce. I was being pulled in so many different directions…mom, wife, friend, employee, believer, sinner. I was always doing something and not really taking care of myself. I said yes to too much and never left enough margin to just rest. She gave me freedom to walk the labyrinth and to just be with the horses. She helped center my thoughts and focus on what God was saying, what my body was telling me. Through this I was able to connect more deeply to God and to who I truly was. After just the first session at Unbridled Connection, Kelly was able to help me tap into myself, the me that had been stacked underneath years and years of life and trauma. After another session or two, I was able to crawl out from underneath that stack and make choices that had been sitting in front of me for a long time, but I wasn’t able to see clearly until that moment. Clarity is such a wonderful thing! I realized that I had been in a fog from heavy emotional abuse and control for over a decade and now I saw the truth. I felt a peace that I’ve never felt before as Kelly explained a lot of science on how our brains and bodies process trauma and then shared how to work my way out of it. Kelly is patient, kind, giving and full of knowledge. I don’t consider myself a victim anymore…I’m a survivor!” – L.B.

“We are deeply grateful for the therapy that your center provided for our daughter at the end of last year. I have seen my daughter grow in confidence and self assurance. After her time with you, she used her new skills to forge a path to volunteer work at a local horse therapy center near our home. She initiated contact, made phone calls and worked her way through a new situation that for her would have normally produced large amounts of anxiety. She was able to push through and has overcome situations that would have caused her to shrink back in the past.  Her success continues to hinge on what she learned at South Wind Equestrian Center.  Overall she is kinder to herself and able to navigate more situations with self awareness and grace. Enclosed please find a painting she did entitled ‘Overcoming’.  May God continue to bless your Center with many stories of healing and hope.” – Sofia S.

“I have been blessed to attend a few of Kelly’s Mindfulness retreats over the last few years, and I absolutely LOVE what she is able to do in just a short amount of time!! Participating in her retreats have truly helped me reset my body, mind, & spirit. Being immersed in the wondrous beauty of nature while working with the horses is incredible and life-changing! Her retreats have provided a safe space for me to participate in several different creative, rhythmic, relaxing, and mindful activities that allowed me to wake up my senses and be present in the moment, to learn how to regulate my emotions better, to reconnect with myself and set realistic goals for my future. I always feel so much better after her retreats, and I have learned various mindfulness exercises that I continue to use to help regulate my emotions during stressful moments in my life. Overall, I am so much less anxious than I used to be and I am consistently more present and patient with my spouse and children. Thank you Kelly, for teaching me how to live life to the fullest in every moment of each day.” –  Kelley

“It has been really lovely getting to know Kelly and watching her open, soften, and trust throughout this course. Kelly is truly a self-directed learner who takes initiative! Kelly is also very passionate about doing good work in this industry, and I know as long as she stays open and receptive, and keeps learning, growing, and adapting she will embody her ideals in everything that she does! It has been a delight to walk beside Kelly on this journey, and I look forward to our paths crossing again in the future.” – Leif Hallberg, Masterclass 2020