Kelly Jones is a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, Integrative Wellness Coach, Peer Support Professional and Certified Equine Professional with more than 25 years of experience helping people reconnect to their vitality, clarity, and inner wisdom. Through a unique blend of mindfulness, somatic experiencing, and equine-assisted learning and therapy both in person and virtually, Kelly guides clients into deeper connection with themselves—awakening the full human system of mind, body, and spirit.
A Client’s Experience
“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. Her warmth and presence is healing on its own. I cannot recommend Kelly enough! Your future self will thank you for it.” – BL
A Nature-Based Approach
Kelly’s work is grounded in the wisdom of nature and what she has learned in the healing presence of horses. She brings a regulated, attuned nervous system into every session—listening closely to subtle cues, emotional patterns, and somatic feedback to help clients release stuck energy and restore balance.
Her integrative method supports clients in processing emotional stress, trauma, and life transitions, helping them rebuild resilience and reconnect to their innate sense of safety and self-trust.
Training, Credentials & Professional Background
Kelly holds a Marketing degree from Texas Tech University and brings extensive professional training in trauma recovery, somatic work, and equine-assisted practices
Somatic Experiencing Practitioner through Somatic Experiencing International
Certified Equine Professional, Natural Lifemanship Institute
- Peer Support Professional, Colorado Mental Wellness Network
- Program Director, Owner, Founder and CEO of South Wind Equestrian Center and Unbridled Connection, providing equine therapy mental health support and services. Horse boarding, breeding, training, adult and children riding lessons, equine rehabilitation, clinics, equine behaviorist and horsemanship summer camps. Experienced facilitator of wellness retreats, corporate leadership retreats, and equine-assisted therapy programs with 25 years experience partnering with multiple licensed professionals
Specialties
Recovery from narcissistic abuse (partners, parents, or organizations)
- Loss of identity, diminished confidence, or internal disconnection
- Relationship challenges and breakdowns in communication
- Chronic illness, chronic pain, and traumatic brain injuries
- Spiritual questioning, confusion, or harm caused by religion
- Grief and loss (partners, pets, purpose, job transitions)
- Recurring anxiety, depression, and emotional overwhelm
- Childhood neglect, abuse, or unresolved developmental trauma
Publications
To purchase Kelly’s Book, Unbridled Connection: Soul Discovery Through Nature and Horses, click here.
To read Kelly’s article, “Allowing and Healing with Horses” in Equine Leadership‘s 6th Edition click here.
To read Kelly’s article, “Simplicity and Love” in Equine Leadership‘s 9th Edition click here.
To read Kelly’s article, “From Doing to Being” in Equine Leadership’s 10th Anniversary Edition, click here .
To read Kelly’s latest article “Consciousness and Connection, Relationship Matters” 11th Edition, click here.
To hear her podcast interview with Lynda Watson of Inspire Me Forward click here
To hear her interview with Thomas Miller of the Subconscious Mind Mastery Podcast click here.
For 22 years, Kelly owned and operated a beautiful ranch near Austin, Texas, offering coaching, retreats, horse boarding, training, riding lessons and equine-assisted learning and therapy services. In 2021, she relocated to Western Colorado, where she now lives and supports clients alongside her two dogs, two cats, and a small herd of wise and gentle mares.