Ready to feel like yourself around your horse again?
Losing confidence isn’t always about panic or fear.
Sometimes it shows up as:
feeling like the joy has somehow slipped away
grieving a horse who retired or passed
realising the way you were taught has shaken your trust in yourself
wanting to try something new but feeling paralysed
feeling like you’re “faking it” every time you get on
or quietly wondering if maybe it’s time to give up… even though you love horses more than anything
Whatever shape it takes, losing that spark can feel lonely, confusing, and deeply deflating.
But here is the Good News! You don’t have to figure it out on your own!
I help riders rebuild confidence from the inside out — not by forcing courage, not by telling you to “just get on”, but by giving you clarity, empowerment, and a renewed sense of connection with yourself and your horse.
Because you deserve to:
feel steady in your own body
trust yourself again
enjoy your horse without the constant internal battle
and make decisions from strength instead of guilt or fear
I know what this feels like
I found mindset work at a time when my own confidence had completely tanked.
A job I should have left much sooner knocked the life out of me — and it didn’t stay at the “office”
It followed me to the yard.
My horses felt it before I even noticed.
I used to be the kid who wore ten ponytails at once because she could. Confidence was my default.
Until suddenly… it wasn’t.
Therapy, mindfulness and yoga all helped.
But the real shift came when I trained as a coach and finally understood why we get stuck in cycles of fear, self-doubt, or numbness… and how deeply those patterns affect how we show up with our horses.
Now I help riders who genuinely love their horses but have lost their spark, their trust, or their sense of themselves.
"I didn’t think I’d ever feel safe riding again, but Susan met me where I was and helped me build trust in myself, step by step."
— Julia
What confidence coaching can help with
Confidence coaching isn’t a magic fix — but it can absolutely help you:
calm fear, overwhelm, or anxiety
stop spiralling into overthinking
rebuild trust in yourself
gain clarity on what’s actually holding you back
untangle old stories about “not being enough”
build resilience and self-compassion
rediscover joy and connection
navigate transitions (new horse, retiring horse, new goals, new life phases)
It can also help when:
you’re miserable but can’t explain why
you’re tired of feeling like you’re fighting yourself
you’re scared and don’t want to be told to “just get on”
you love horses but feel like something inside you has changed
If you want to stop feeling stuck and are ready to take control of your mindset… this may be exactly what you need.
If you’re perfectly happy sweating bullets on the centre line or feeling like you might throw up at a jump — then this probably isn’t for you.
"I’ve done years of counselling, but Susan’s mindset coaching gave me a breakthrough I hadn’t found anywhere else. Her questions helped me shift things I couldn’t before."
— Allanah
"Susan helped me realise that fear isn’t weakness, it’s information. That perspective changed how I ride, and how I live."
— Confidence coaching client
What we might work on together
rebuilding confidence after fear or setbacks
grief, identity changes, or losing motivation
managing pressure from yourself or others
letting go of harsh or unhelpful training narratives
understanding your body’s responses
reconnecting with joy and curiosity
building self-trust and empowerment
approaching riding with clarity rather than panic
Alright, let’s do this!
your investment?
The Breakthrough Session - NZ$195
Your first step to real, lasting confidence.
In this 75-minute session we get to the root of what’s actually keeping you stuck — whether it’s fear, numbness, overthinking, or deeper beliefs that have been quietly shaping your riding for years.
You’ll leave feeling:
lighter
clearer
more grounded
and with practical tools you can use straight away
If you choose to continue, this session can be rolled into a longer programme.
The Confidence Catalyst – 6 sessions (3 months)
Perfect when you’re ready to shift patterns, rebuild trust, and create real change.
Your investment: NZ$870 — or pay in 3 monthly installments of $290
The Confidence Evolution – 12 sessions (6 months)
For deeper, sustainable transformation when you’re ready to go all in.
Your investment: NZ$1,620 — or pay in 6 monthly instalments of $270
Tailored programs available
Sessions are generally held online but can be done in person on request
Ready when you are
Whether you’d like to talk things through first or book a session, this is the place to start.
I won’t pressure you, and there’s no such thing as “too small” or “not enough” when it comes to how you’re feeling.
I’ll get back to you as soon as I can.
FAQs
Do I need to have a “big problem” to work with you?
Not at all. Many riders come to coaching simply feeling stuck, unmotivated, or unsure what’s next. You don’t need a crisis, just a sense that something needs to shift.
How do I access the coaching?
Coaching sessions are held online via video calls, so you can join from anywhere in the world. For local clients in Wellington, in-person sessions are available by request.
Is it like therapy?
No. Therapy helps heal past wounds and mental health issues. Coaching focuses on your present mindset and actions to help you move forward with confidence and clarity.
Is this coaching only for competitive riders?
Absolutely not. This is for any rider who wants to feel calmer, more confident, and more connected. Regardless of discipline or experience level.
Will you tell me what to do?
No. My role is to guide and support you in discovering your own answers. You get tools and accountability, but you decide the path that fits you best.
What makes you qualified to do this?
I’m an ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC) and Master Transformational Coach. With years as a horse behaviourist and equestrian coach, I understand both the mental and practical challenges riders face.