Julie has been working with horses for 18 years. What started as a hobby quickly became her passion and livelihood. Julie earned a certification and licensure as a Therapeutic Horseback Riding Instructor through the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International at Centenary University under the mentorship of PATH founder, Octavia Brown. Julie also holds a B.A. in Psychology from Seton Hall University. She has been practicing Natural Horsemanship for 12 years and loves to share her knowledge with her students. 

Mary is a therapist in private practice working with people who struggle with the impacts of trauma, anxiety, complicated relationship dynamics, and low self-worth through a variety of treatment approaches including equine assisted psychotherapy (EAP) in the Natural Lifemanship approach. A lifelong horse person and career social worker, Mary became a therapist in order to help people and horses to heal through this uniquely powerful connection between humans and equines. She is thrilled to partner with a dapple a day in order to do this amazing work. 

Krista is a Physical Therapist who has practiced for over thirty years providing services for pediatric through geriatric clients. As her career unfolded, she always dreamed about offering a camp for special needs children. Through her time volunteering at A Dapple A Day, Krista
discovered the opportunity to incorporate Physical Therapy utilizing the horse’s movement to heal. Krista holds a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Physical Therapy from Ithaca College, as well as an AHCB Certificate in Physical Therapy through the AHA.

Rosie has had a lifelong passion for horses, beginning lessons at a young age. With over 12 years of experience with natural horsemanship, she specializes in relationship-based training methods. Rosie completed a year-long apprenticeship with world-renowned horsemanship instructor Linda Parelli, and trained with Pat Parelli, deepening her understanding of psychology-based training and the art of teaching. Holding a B.S. in Kinesiology from Western Washington University, Rosie is particularly fascinated by how rider biomechanics impact the horse. She is dedicated to helping both people and horses improve their communication and partnership. Rosie is excited to collaborate with ADAD to offer group and private lessons, as well as training at the barn.

Pam is a lifelong horse woman with an extensive background in driving and saddle seat competition. She bred and competed with Morgan horses, and holds many awards from her showing career. She has taken on a passion for teaching others about the driving world, and can be seen at the barn teaching with her Shetland pony, Chocolate, as well as working with her beloved Gypsy Vanner, Ice Cream.