ABOUT CINDY

I’ve worn many hats over the years — trainer, teacher, communicator, healer, guide — but underneath it all has always been the same steady thread: a deep belief in connection, healing, and the inner growth that makes true partnership with animals possible.

#1: Where It All Began

My journey began with horses and mules. For many years, I trained using the best methods available at the time. These so-called “horse whisperer” techniques worked to a point, but I was never fully comfortable with the force, fear, and punishment that were often woven into them. I could feel that something was missing.

I wanted to understand why equines behaved the way they did, and then respond — not react — in a way that was gentle and respectful. I wanted to communicate with them as whole beings: mind, body, emotion, and spirit. I wanted to honor them as willing partners, not obedient or fearful subordinates.

At the time, mindful equine education wasn’t even a concept. Still, the longing for a gentler, more conscious way was already very much alive in me. I learned that animals soften when we soften. They become clearer and they relax when we do. And they settle inside, when we present safety and calmness. This was great information, but I wanted more education.

#2: Finding the Missing Pieces

Years later, I discovered The Trust Technique. This gentle, non-invasive approach, rooted in mindfulness, emotional awareness, and trust, gave words and structure to what I had always sensed. It brought together the two sides of my life’s work — supporting equines and supporting humans.

Before discovering the Trust Technique, I had already immersed myself deeply in healing work with people. I became a practitioner of several energy healing methods, including Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) tapping. EFT offered a simple yet powerful way to help the nervous system settle and release stored emotional stresses. I used EFT with people for many years. At that time it was not commonly offered with animals.

Along this path, I also taught myself how to communicate telepathically and empathically with animals and with other forms of living nature. I even wrote a book on this work, Profound Insights from Animals and Nature (see Books page).

#3: How I Work Today

Today, I combine the Trust Technique, EFT tapping, animal communication, intuition and empathy in helping animals to overcome past trauma, issues, and chronic pain to lead a better life. EFT is used on both the Guardian and the animal to help ensure neither is holding onto emotional stresses regarding the animal’s condition. Animal communication helps uncover emotional patterns or trauma which are ready to be released. The Trust Technique, my intuition and empathy forms the foundation of my physical presence, allowing this work to unfold gently and safely. 

Together, these tools support a shared inner state of calm and safety — a place where connection happens naturally rather than being forced, and where issues can begin to resolve. 

If you’re ready to embark on what I have to offer, I’d be honored to walk alongside you and your animals.