Executive Director

Lynne joined Medicine Horse in the year 2000, and has been the Executive Director since 2002. She is an experienced horsewoman and is certified in equine sports massage therapy. Along with the herd, she is the heart and vision of the organization. When not at Medicine Horse, Lynne loves to hike with her dogs, ride her bike or just enjoy exploring the outdoors with her family.

“What inspires me about Medicine Horse is the gentleness and spirit of horses helping to guide young lives to a better future. Our horse partners never cease to inspire me to be a better person.”

Fun fact: Lynne used to be part of a horse drill team.

Equine Specialist and Program Facilitator

Kellie grew up on a working cattle ranch in Arizona, coming from a long line of horsemen and women. Her journey with horses began at age three on a pony named Freckles, and the connection she formed with them has shaped her life ever since. For more than 15 years, Kellie has worked in the field of equine-assisted therapy and learning, sharing her love of horses and the natural world with others.

Kellie earned her Master’s in Mental Health Counseling in 2020 and is now a licensed professional counselor in the state of Colorado. She is deeply committed to walking alongside others on their path toward healing and believes that authentic connection is at the heart of meaningful change.

When she’s not at Medicine Horse, you can find Kellie exploring the Colorado wilderness with her trusty canine companion, Cleo, a rescued American Pitbull Terrier.

Fun Fact: In 2024, Kellie completed a solo Rim-to-Rim backpacking trip through the Grand Canyon.

Lauren (she/her) is originally from the soggy Pacific Northwest, spending her first few decades in Seattle, Washington. She got her start working outdoors with youth at her university’s student farm during her undergraduate degree. Since that time, she has worked in conservation, education, and youth development with a variety of nonprofits, including the Washington Trails Association, Student Conservation Association, and Rocky Mountain Youth Corps. After spending years working seasonally, Lauren returned to school to continue building her skills and graduated with a Masters in Counseling. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate and a National Certified Counselor. Lauren most enjoys seeing people discover themselves and grow their capacity to contribute to community and the environment. 

Community Development Coordinator/Program Facilitator

During her 10+ years living in Mancos, Jessica has discovered a new pace of life; one that is balanced with outdoor adventure, time spent with loved ones (including her partner, baby boy, and dogs), and a passion for creating positive change for kids and families in Montezuma County. Through her work with The Pinon Project Family Resource Center, and Team UP collective impact, she has learned about our community, its struggles and triumphs, and the non-profit realm. Jessica finds immense value in her time in nature: grounding, presence, wonder, and joy and is excited to share these values with the community through her work at Medicine Horse.

Rhiannon (she/her) grew up in Atlanta, Georgia, alongside horses and believes that the deep attunement of these beings led her to the field of counseling. She moved to Colorado in 2019 to pursue a master’s degree in Transpersonal Art Therapy and during her time in graduate school continued to build relationships with horses by exploring the Equine Facilitated Therapy space. She found that art and equine therapy blend together beautifully, creating powerful healing experiences. Rhiannon is devoted to supporting clients in cultivating creativity and connecting with horses as well as bringing transformational experiences to the community of the Four Corners.

Fun fact: Her first horse’s name was Skip-to-my-Lou, aka “Skippy”

Jackie is an endurance athlete, avid hiker, and lifelong health and wellness enthusiast with a deep love for the outdoors. Born in Brazil, her passion and spiritual connection with horses was truly a childhood gift which ultimately led her to Wild at Heart Horse Rescue where she started volunteering in May 2023 and is grateful to now be part of the Medicine Horse Center family. Jackie believes that horses are sacred beings representing strength, freedom, and healing. She lives by the motto, “When in doubt, Mother Nature will point you in the right direction … if you listen,” and brings this mindset to her work at Medicine Horse Center, where she cares for horses and maintains the facilities.

Fun Fact: Jackie completed the ‘Ride Around the Bear’ 100-mile cycling event, conquering 9,200 feet of elevation, all while riding her trusty old school Trek mountain bike, Xena. Her legs have been said to be as strong as a horse’s!