Equine Assisted Psychotherapy & Learning

  Dr Stella holds a Doctorate in Marriage and Family Therapy with a strong foundation in both clinical work and business leadership, She brings depth, expertise, and heart to every aspect of the program. Her commitment to continued growth and advanced training reflects a dedication to providing the highest level of care for those navigating trauma, stress, and life transitions.

At the core of Dr. Stella’s work is a deeply relational and compassionate approach. She partners with individuals, couples, families, and groups to help them reconnect with themselves, strengthen relationships, and build meaningful, authentic lives. Her work is shaped not only by clinical training, but by lived experience—offering a grounded, genuine understanding of resilience, healing, and the complexity of human connection.

As a wife, mother of seven, and advocate for emotional wellness, Dr. Stella understands firsthand the importance of support, balance, and connection. This perspective informs a therapeutic style that is both nurturing and empowering—meeting clients where they are while guiding them toward growth and transformation.

A defining element of the program is the integration of Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy. With a lifelong passion for horses and specialized certifications in equine-assisted modalities, Dr. Stella harnesses the unique, intuitive bond between horse and human to facilitate deep emotional work. Horses offer immediate, honest feedback and a nonjudgmental presence, allowing clients to access insight, regulate emotions, and build trust in a way that is both powerful and transformative.

Reins of Valor Psychotherapy is dedicated to redefining the healing process by integrating traditional therapy with the profound impact of equine-assisted work. We serve a diverse community, with a strong commitment to supporting marginalized populations, military veterans, and first responders.

Through a holistic, experiential approach, we help clients move beyond survival and into lasting transformation. Our work focuses on releasing the weight of trauma, reducing fear and emotional distress, and fostering resilience, clarity, and self-discovery.

Reins of Valor is Psychotherapy is committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and restorative environment where healing occurs at the intersection of mind, body, and spirit—empowering each individual to build a life rooted in strength, connection, and authenticity.