May 11, 2026

Horses, Trauma & Healing — “Horses Notice What We Hide” with Toni Mattson S4 E32

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Today I’m talking with Toni Mattson of Trinity Equestrian Center in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.

Toni and her team work with horses alongside veterans, first responders, youth, and individuals facing trauma, PTSD, dementia, and other life challenges.

We talk about what horses notice about people, why they respond so honestly to emotion, and how animals can help people reconnect with hope, trust, and themselves.

We also discuss Toni’s book Unlikely Recruits, her work with veterans, and Trinity’s dementia program, “Reminiscing on the Ranch.”

A really thoughtful and meaningful conversation.

https://www.empathetic-trainer.com/

Learn more about Toni and Trinity here:

🌿 https://www.trinity-ec.com/

🌿 https://www.tonimattson.com/

📘 Unlikely Recruits by Toni Mattson
https://www.amazon.com/Unlikely-Recruits-Enlists-Horses-Veterans/dp/173762850X

And Remember, Animals Just Want to be Heard.