The Mending Post, LLC

The Mending Post, LLC Addressing self-awareness, self-esteem, emotional regulation, communication, problem-solving, social/interpersonal skills, reduce stress/anxiety.

"There is something about the outside of a horse that is good for the inside of a man."-Winston Churchill Founded in 2025 by Mattie Mathews, The Mending Post, LLC is an equine-assisted therapy practice rooted in compassion, connection, and the belief that healing begins in relationship. With over 10 years of experience with horses, a master’s degree in special education, certification in Animal-Assisted Therapy, and currently working on her second masters in clinical mental health, Mattie created The Mending Post as a safe haven where individuals of all backgrounds can begin, or continue, their healing journey. The Mending Post isn’t just about horses, it’s about people. Survivors, seekers, youth, adults, and families looking to reconnect with themselves and others in a safe, trauma-informed environment. At The Mending Post, we look forward to working alongside individuals, families, and organizations in our community, offering space, support, and the healing presence of horses as companions on the path toward growth and restoration.

Well…this evening at The Mending Post we had a little surprise rodeo 🤦‍♀️I showed up to feed and quickly realized the bu...
04/15/2026

Well…this evening at The Mending Post we had a little surprise rodeo 🤦‍♀️

I showed up to feed and quickly realized the bulls, Bucky and Big Horn, had decided they were done with fences for the day. Meanwhile, they're giving me the most perfect “uh oh… mom caught us” look 😂.

In their adventure, they managed to knock over hay bales and dump the horses’ water trough, because why not go all out, right?

Could I have gotten upset? Absolutely.
Angry? Yep.
Thrown my hands up and called it a day? Tempting.

But I didn’t.

Instead, I took a deep breath, looked at what I had to work with, and made a plan. I snuck into their pen, opened the gate, and put on my rodeo clown hat 🤠

One bull at a time, some pressure, a little running and cutting, and my best “mom voice”, and I got everyone back where they belonged.

Then it was time to haul water, pound T-posts, fix fence, and restack hay. Not exactly glamorous…but in the middle of all that, I got to watch the sunset and spend a little time with Buddie and Rimson, and honestly, it filled my soul in a way that’s hard to explain.

I was out there laughing and running around looking like a crazy lady…but I enjoyed it.

And that’s the thing about equine-assisted services…

The horses (and apparently the bulls too 😅) don’t let us avoid frustration. They give us real-life, in-the-moment opportunities to practice patience, regulate our emotions, and choose how we respond instead of reacting.

Today wasn’t about things going perfectly, it was about staying grounded when they didn’t.

That’s where the real work happens.
That’s where growth happens.

And sometimes… it even comes with a sunset and a pretty great story.

If you’re interested in equine-assisted services, we’d love to have you come out. Just know, some days you might get peaceful moments with horses…and some days you might get an unexpected cardio workout 😅

Either way, you’ll leave with a full heart, a clearer mind, and probably a good story to tell.

Millie said, “Let me handle your content mom…” 😏🐴While I was picking her feet, this sly little mare pulled my phone out ...
04/09/2026

Millie said, “Let me handle your content mom…” 😏🐴

While I was picking her feet, this sly little mare pulled my phone out of my back pocket, dropped it…and THEN somehow managed to snap a selfie from underneath.

We talk a lot about awareness, connection, and being present in equine assisted services, and Millie clearly understood the assignment better than I did in that moment. Horses are incredibly intuitive and curious. They notice everything…even the things we think are tucked safely away (apparently, back pockets aren’t safe 😂).

Sometimes, growth happens in the most unexpected (and hilarious) ways. Today’s lesson? Stay present, stay grounded…and maybe double-check your pockets around clever mares like Millie.

At The Mending Post, even the horses have a way of reminding us to slow down, be mindful, and embrace the moment, selfies and all 💛

Hope you all have a wonderful day!

🌸🐰 Somebunny is ready for Easter at The Mending Post! 🐴💕Our four-legged friends are getting into the holiday spirit…even...
04/05/2026

🌸🐰 Somebunny is ready for Easter at The Mending Post! 🐴💕

Our four-legged friends are getting into the holiday spirit…even if they’d rather snack than pose 😄

Come spend some time with us, connect, and enjoy the healing presence of these amazing animals.

🌼 Reminder: We’re an ESA-approved vendor and love creating safe, meaningful experiences for all ages!

Wishing you a peaceful, joy-filled Easter from all of us at The Mending Post 💛💚 💙

It’s that time again and this photo says it all… 📚🐴✨Our April Book & Art Club is happening on April 25th, and it’s offic...
04/03/2026

It’s that time again and this photo says it all… 📚🐴✨

Our April Book & Art Club is happening on April 25th, and it’s officially time to grab your spot!

Bring your favorite book, find a cozy spot with one of our horses, and enjoy some peaceful reading time with the herd. Afterward, we’ll dive into a fun, creative art activity together 🎨

Fair warning…with the warmer weather, the horses are in full-on shedding season 😅
So if you leave covered in horse hair, just know… it means you were fully accepted by the herd.

Spots are limited, and this is always a favorite!

$10 per person and $5 for additional family members

👉 Reserve your spot now at:
www.themendingpostllc.com or send us a message

We can’t wait to see you at the ranch (and neither can the fluffy, slightly-less-fluffy-than-yesterday horses) 🐴 🤣

Summer is almost here!🐴☀️We’re excited to share a glimpse of what’s coming this summer at The Mending Post! Whether you’...
03/29/2026

Summer is almost here!🐴☀️

We’re excited to share a glimpse of what’s coming this summer at The Mending Post! Whether you’re looking for growth, connection, stress relief, or simply time to slow down and breathe, we have something for you:

🌿 Little Wranglers (Ages 4–7) – Half-day mornings filled with horses, confidence building, and fun
🌿 Horse Sense Camps (Ages 8–12) – 3-day camps focused on leadership, connection, and hands-on horse experiences
🌿 Teen Herd Leaders (Ages 13–17) – Building responsibility, leadership, and horsemanship skills

We're an ESA approved vendor! 🤠

🇺🇸 Veteran Programs
🐴 Boots & Hooves, Coffee & Horses, and special workshops designed for connection and reset

🚑 First Responders
🐴 Resilience & Regulation, and Shift Reset sessions for stress relief and nervous system regulation

👨‍👩‍👧 Families
🐴 Family Herd Connection & Parent/Child Horse Days to strengthen relationships in a meaningful way

🌅 Community Events
✨ Family Ranch Nights and Sunset with the Herd

There is truly something for everyone this summer, and we can’t wait to share it with you! Activities will begin at the end of May and run through the end of July.

👉 For more details, schedules, and registration, visit:
www.themendingpostllc.com

Spots will be limited for many programs, so be sure to check it out early!

www.themendingpostllc.com

Experience healing and personal growth at The Mending Post, LLC. Our equine-assisted services support first responders, veterans, children, and families in building trust, coping skills, and self-awareness through the unique horse-human connection.

There’s something about dusk out here that just settles everything…The sun slowly slipping behind the horizon, horses qu...
03/25/2026

There’s something about dusk out here that just settles everything…

The sun slowly slipping behind the horizon, horses quietly eating, dogs playing without a care, and that light, cool breeze wrapping around you, it hits you just right. The kind of moment you didn’t even realize you needed until you finally feel it.

This is the space where healing begins.

At The Mending Post, these simple, grounded moments are part of the work we do through equine-assisted services. Slowing down, being present, and reconnecting, with yourself, with nature, and with something deeper.

Sometimes it’s not about doing more… it’s about finally having the space to just be. 🤍

Just a reminder, pre orders for shirts are due by April 1st! Just click the link and fill out the form. Thank you to eve...
03/24/2026

Just a reminder, pre orders for shirts are due by April 1st! Just click the link and fill out the form. Thank you to everyone who has placed their orders ❤️ 🐴

Orders and Payment due by April 1, 2026

Something special is coming to The Mending Post this summer… 🐴✨Our herd has been hard at work behind the scenes (and soa...
03/18/2026

Something special is coming to The Mending Post this summer… 🐴✨

Our herd has been hard at work behind the scenes (and soaking up peaceful moments like Rimson here 💛), getting ready for a season full of connection, growth, and a little bit of magic.

This summer, we’ll be offering opportunities for:
🌿 Kids to build confidence and leadership with horses
🌿 Families to reconnect and strengthen bonds
🌿 Veterans and first responders to find space to reset and recharge
🌿 Community events that bring people and horses together in meaningful ways

Time spent grooming, leading, learning, laughing, and just being with the herd.

We’re not sharing all the details just yet…but trust us, it’s going to be something really special.

More information (and registration details) will be coming next month 👀

Until then, we’ll be out here, just like Rimson, enjoying the quiet moments and getting everything ready for you. 🐴 ❤️

03/16/2026

Orders and Payment due by April 1, 2026

Lefty was watching closely…maybe too closely. 👀Apparently he saw Mom putting the T-post covers on and decided to lend a ...
03/15/2026

Lefty was watching closely…maybe too closely. 👀

Apparently he saw Mom putting the T-post covers on and decided to lend a hoof. His version of helping sounded a lot like:

“Don’t worry Mom, I saw you put these on…I’ll take them off for you.”

Mission accomplished. ✔️
T-post cover removed.

Lefty keeps us laughing around here and reminds us how curious, observant, and interactive our equine partners truly are. Sometimes the best lessons (and laughs) happen when the horses decide to take the lead. 🐴💛

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Concho, AZ

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Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm
Saturday 8am - 6pm
Sunday 9am - 2pm

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