Bodywork in the Presence of Horses
This is a unique offering that weaves nature, horses, and human touch into one somatic experience. Whether your session takes place in the pasture or center aisle of the barn, it naturally invites you to slow down and come back into connection with your body. The presence of horses alone can create a sensory grounding that drops you deep into the present moment.
Horses have highly attuned nervous systems and being in proximity to calm horses anchors your nervous system into regulation in a symbiotic way. Through massage, stillness, breath, and connection with the surroundings, you are offered an opportunity to release, restore, and experience a deeper sense of embodiment. Although, there are no expectations that the horses will interact directly with clients. If a horse chooses to participate during the session, we allow that interaction to unfold naturally and safely. The therapeutic massage techniques used within the session, are blended intuitively by Licensed Massage Therapist, AsĆ Texiera.
At Moonlight Ranch, Equine-Assisted Massage Therapy blends the clinical expertise of a licensed massage therapist with the calming environment of our equine-assisted services program. Whether you are seeking stress relief, recovery from lifeās demands, or simply an opportunity to slow down, this unique experience offers a restorative retreat for both body and mind.
What Makes This Experience Different?
During your session, you will receive a personalized massage from a Licensed Massage Therapist while one of our Equine Assisted Services Professionals remains close by and present to:
ā Maintain a safe and peaceful environment
ā Monitor horse behavior and client comfort
ā Support a calm therapeutic atmosphere
ā Ensure the well-being of both horses and participants
This collaborative approach allows your massage therapist to focus entirely on your care while our equine professional oversees the horses and surrounding environment.
Your Visit
Your experience may include:
ā A welcoming introduction to the horses
ā Time to settle into the peaceful surroundings
ā A customized therapeutic massage where you remain fully clothed
ā Gentle equine presence throughout your session
ā Quiet time afterward to enjoy the calming environment before returning to your day
No horse experience is necessary.
Close toed shoes required.
Who May Benefit?
Equine-Assisted Massage Therapy may be a wonderful fit for individuals seeking:
ā Stress reduction
ā Relaxation and self-care
ā Relief from muscular tension
ā Nervous system regulation
ā Mindfulness and presence
ā Connection with nature
ā A unique wellness experience
This service is designed for wellness and relaxation and is not psychotherapy or mental health treatment.
Our Commitment to Safety
The health and welfare of our horses and guests are our highest priorities. Every session is carefully coordinated by trained equine professionals who prioritize the comfort, safety, and well-being of everyone involved. Our horses participate voluntarily, with ample opportunities for rest, choice, and attentive care.
Pricing
Sessions begin at $250 and include:
ā 60 min professional therapeutic massage provided by a Licensed Massage Therapist
ā Dedicated Equine Assisted Services Professional throughout your visit
ā Exclusive use of our peaceful barn environment
ā Carefully selected equine partners
ā A one-of-a-kind restorative experience
Extended sessions and private wellness experiences are also available.
Reserve Your Experience
Step away from the noise of everyday life and discover the profound sense of calm that can emerge when skilled therapeutic touch meets the quiet wisdom of horses.
We invite you to experience restoration one breath, one moment, and one gentle connection at a time.
Appointments are available on most Sundays by reservation only.
To learn more or schedule your Equine-Assisted Massage Therapy experience email us at Moonlight Ranch.
Licensed Massage Therapist
AsĆ Texeira, LMT, brings decades of experience, education, and lived wisdom to her massage practice. Her work comes from an intuitive place she has cultivated over many years listening deeply to the body and creating space for whatever a client may be carrying into the room. There is often a subtle element of energy work woven naturally into her massage, allowing the work to unfold in a way that is responsive, grounded, and deeply personal.
AsĆ is especially known for her work supporting pregnant people and the onset of labor. Since 2013, she has developed her own unique approach to induction massage, thoughtfully blending massage and other modalities to support the bodyās natural preparation for birth. Her experience has helped many birthers move toward labor while, when appropriate, avoiding or reducing the need for medical intervention.
At Moonlight Ranch, AsĆ brings this same intuitive presence to equine-assisted massage therapy. The quiet presence of the horses offers another layer of connection an invitation to slow down, listen inward, and allow the body to communicate in its own way. AsĆ creates a safe and welcoming space for whatever is present, drawing from her experience as both a mother and a professional to meet each person exactly where they are.
Together, AsĆ and the horses offer something uniquely Moonlight Ranch: a space where skilled therapeutic touch, intuitive connection, and the grounding presence of animals can come together.
