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Nature’s Healers: The Transformative Power of Horses with Sally Mixon from Abijah

Hometown Hero Outdoors Podcast

Carbon Score: 5

Sally Mixon, founder of Abijah on the Backside, joins the podcast to reveal how retired racehorses are helping military personnel and first responders heal from PTSD, anxiety, depression, and trauma through equine-assisted therapy. Sally—a licensed counselor and lifelong horse lover—explains how horses mirror human emotions and create a unique space for healing, self-awareness, and emotional breakthroughs. These aren’t just therapy animals—they’re intuitive partners in a journey toward recovery. We explore: The deep emotional connections between horses and humans How Abijah complements HHO’s ASSIST suicide intervention training How outdoor experiences like ice baths, saunas, and wilderness therapy amplify healing Real stories of resilience and the incredible empathy of horses like Finn This episode is about more than therapy—it’s about transformation, connection, and rediscovering strength through nature. Now streaming on CarbonTV or listen on all major platforms. Learn more: abijahonbackside.org Theme music: Hero’s Journey by Joel Lopez via Tunepocket.com Produced by Phil Ewert Productions

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