Golden Horse Counseling

At Golden Horse Counseling, our work is grounded in a deep understanding of trauma, dissociation, and the nervous system—and in the realities of working with horses as sentient, responsive partners. Trauma is not just something remembered; it’s something organized in the body, often outside of awareness. Horses meet us in that same space, responding to what is implicit, nonverbal, and real.

This space was created for clients and clinicians learn how to recognize and work within that system. How to orient to what’s happening beneath the surface, pace the nervous system, and respond in ways that support safety and integration. Through therapy, consultation, and equine-assisted work, the focus is on building clarity, strengthening capacity, and developing the kind of attuned presence that allows meaningful, lasting change to unfold.

About Our Therapist: Brittani L. Frade, CMHC
Brittani Frade, MS, CMHC is a EMDRIA Approved EMDR Consultant, Certified EMDR therapist, Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR) Approved Practitioner in Consultant Training, and EquiLateral® Consultant and facilitator EquiLateral® the Equine-Assisted EMDR Protocol by Sarah Jenkins.

Brittani understands the deep impact of trauma and PTSD on a person's sense of self, relationships, and well-being. With a compassionate, person-centered approach, she ensures clients feel heard and supported throughout their healing journey. Specializing in PTSD and dissociation, Brittani offers effective therapy to those who have struggled with previous treatments, bringing hope where it’s often lacking. Trained in trauma-focused modalities like EMDR, DBR, and Equilateral: The Equine-Assisted EMDR Protocol, she customizes her approach to each client’s unique needs and goals, recognizing that healing requires a personalized touch.