Barbara always loved horses, but didn’t get her first one until she retired from competitive swing/ballroom dancing. Her fascination with connection, non-verbal communication and movement easily switched to her new “dance partner”; i.e., the horse. She is also a cosmetologist with a large clientele of elderly people, and many of them have dementia and cognitive loss. The power of touch, and staying below the threshold/brace, has woven dance, cosmetology and now the Masterson Method® together in a unique way. In addition to the Masterson Method, she also is certified in kinesiology taping. Another area of extreme interest is hoof care – probably from years of standing on her feet doing hair, as well as dancing in high heels!
She currently has 2 horses (Belgian WB and OTTB), both of whom were due to be euthanized because of severe lameness issues. The Masterson Method and a natural lifestyle/environment has restored them to complete health, and they enjoy happy hacks, clinics, lessons and other outings. And as evidenced in her profile picture, they also enjoy frequent mud baths at their farm!
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