What Horses Offer Veterans Beyond Talk Therapy with Kathleen Saucier | Episode 61

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Previously titled “Beyond Talk Therapy--Why Horses Reach Veterans Differently with Kathleen Saucier | Episode 61” — renamed by the publisher on Sep 9, 2026

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In this episode, I talk with Kathleen Saucier, case manager and co-founder of Samson’s Strength Sustainable Veterans Project, about the work being done to support veterans through connection with horses.What started as a personal experience for Kathleen and her husband grew into something much bigger. We talk about how horses helped them navigate stress and life after service, and how that experience shaped the work they now do with other veterans.We also get into what’s really happening in these interactions. Not just that horses “help,” but why—how they influence the nervous system, increase awareness, and create opportunities to build skills for a healthier life.This conversation offers a clearer understanding of how horses can support mental health in a practical, grounded way—and why that matters for veterans working to find stability and move forward.This episode was produced in collaboration with #podcastathon where podcasters come together for a week and support a non-profit by sharing about them on their podcast. Samson's Strength Sustainable Veteran's Project is also participating in the Horses for Mental Health campaign, of which The Touch of a Mustang is also an ambassador for the organization. Connect with Kathleen: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sssvp.orgWebsite: ⁠sssvp.org⁠Instagram: @samsonsstrengthveteransproject Support the Podcast: Support the Podcast:buymeacoffee.com/thetouchofamustanghttps://buy.stripe.com/8x2bJ26sOgLL0TegAJ77O00Please reach out if you are interested in being a sponsor for the podcast!

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