Bent Not Broken Counseling Services

10/29/2025

The seemingly simple act of grooming a horse can have multiple mental health benefits such as:

* helping to regulate emotions and decrease anxiety
* encourages mindfulness and being present in the moment
* increases spatial and body awarenes
* increases sensory perception
* helps to regulate breathing and promote calmness

If youre ready to improve your mental well being and get out of the office, why not try equine assisted counseling today!

10/27/2025

First responders and their families often carry unseen burdens – but they don’t have to carry them alone.

Redline Rescue, Blueline Rescue, and Goldline Rescue were created to connect firefighters, law enforcement, and dispatchers with trained peer providers and occupationally competent clinicians who understand the unique challenges behind the badge.

Support can now be a click away. Learn more or access these resources here: https://ucfrestores.com/resources/rescue/.

10/21/2025

“Bent but never broken; down but never out.” ~Annetta Ribken

10/17/2025

Sugar says scratches are always appreciated!

09/29/2025

I’m pleased to announce that I am now officially registered on UCFs Blueline Rescue site as a culturally informed therapist for Law Enforcement Officers! I’m currently one of only two listed on the FL West coast and the only one in SWFL. I’m excited for this opportunity to offer my services to LEOs throughout Florida.

Why am I a good fit to work with first responders?I have experience working on a co-responder unit comprised of a Sheriff’s deputy and a mental health clinician. As a result, I have had exposure to and become aware of the unique challenges, and experiences that LEOs deal with both at home and on t...

09/09/2025

What a perfect example of learning to thrive while being Bent Not Broken!

08/29/2025

08/09/2025

Some morning peace and serenity from the farm 🌈

07/14/2025

Sugar says: life’s tough and sometimes you have to “roll” with the punches, shake it off and keep pushing through ❤️

07/04/2025

This is why equine therapy is so amazing. Things that happen in a session can’t be replicated in an office

06/08/2025

Horses don’t necessarily have to be real to be therapeutic 🙂

06/02/2025

A lot has been going on behind the scenes and I am very excited to now be a part of this great group of entrepreneurs! Looking forward to getting to know all of them and discover ways to help each other build successful businesses!