Integrative Animal Wellness Conference Interview: Ashley Specht

Ashley Specht - Certified Rehab Therapist, BA of Psychology and Animal Science, MA of Clinical Counseling

Topic:

• How fast can it heal? Levi’s journey back to the arena; what you can do in 100 Days!: Levi’s journey from receiving a “career-ending” injury back to the arena in 100 days. The power of oils for rehabilitation. Learning to utilize the resources we have and not be overwhelmed with the task at hand.
• Equine Raindrop: The Raindrop Technique was developed by Young Living Founder D. Gary Young in 1989 as a unique practice based on methods that have been used for centuries to rejuvenate the body, emotions, mind & spirit. Inspired by the Lakota Native American tradition of observing the northern lights while inhaling the affirming aroma of nearby conifer trees + the early Tibetan Healers, the Raindrop Technique includes Young Living Essential Oils helping bring balance and harmony to the being by combining targeted movements and distinctive energy approaches.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

Relaxing, rejuvenating, and harmonizing to the body, emotions, mind, and spirit. Soothes tension and fatigued muscles. Balances and realigns the energy centers of the body. Supports the immune and digestive systems. Promotes emotional well-being and release of trauma. Helps detox the body’s systems. Invites feelings of inner peace and a renewed zest for life. Equine Raindrop Technique works similarly to human Raindrop Technique. It even uses the same Raindrop Kit as humans.

Certified Rehab Therapist, Bachelor of Psychology and Animal Science from Tarleton State University, Masters in Clinical Counseling from Gonzaga University, and a Ph.D. in the school of life. Whole-hearted horse lover, horse trainer, and barrel racer. I was born and raised in Moses Lake Washington, but got to Texas as soon as I could. Horses have always been a driving force in my life and it seems that even when I have tried to throw the towel in, they throw it back at me. My journey to essential oils and a “holistic horse” approach has been taught by the school of hard knocks and trial by fire. I have been blessed to have amazing people placed in my journey that have given me the knowledge and tools to help navigate my path. I run BAR S Equine, a Training and Rehab facility in Poteet Texas. My focus, whether training or rehab is on the “holistic horse”, integrating the power of nature back into our daily routines. My passion is training, barrel horses, and futurity colts. There is no greater feeling than taking a blank slate and creating poetry in motion, the flow and cadence that can be found in a balanced horse.