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Ann Wilson, LPC

Ann Wilson, LPC, MSC who graduated from the University of Phoenix where she earned her master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Ann specializes in PTSD and has psychotherapeutic trainings that include EMDR by the EMDRIA institute, Equine Assisted EMDR (Equilateral™) by Dragonfly International, Structural Dissociation Theory integrated with Equine Psychotherapy, ASIST applied suicide intervention skills training. She is passionate about helping her clients and bringing awareness to mental health, she found a great way to combine that passion with her lifetime love of horses. She rides and competes in Dressage, enjoys swimming and spending time with her family.M

Ann Wilson is a board certified clinical supervisor

Kristina Vahe

Kristina’s love for horses started at a very young age. At the age of 16 Kristina began training her first horse. From 2007-2009 Kristina attended a horse college called Meredith Manor, she graduated with her Riding Master 6 and Training Level 3 Certifications. In 2010 Kristina began her professional career as a horse trainer. She began working for other trainers in the industry and in 2016 started working at Camelot Therapeutic Horsemanship and became certified as a PATH Therapeutic Riding Instructor and eventually promoted to barn manager. Currently Kristina has worked as an equine specialist for Ignite since it began ensuring the safety of our clients and our horse while in session. She also works as an assistant to a dressage trainer named Missy Gilliland.

Michelle Lannan

Michelle’s equestrian career path was charted at an early age like many young girls fascinated with horses. She attended Equissage earning a certificate in Equine Sports Massage Therapy and began an internship as a large animal vet technician. Clinics and workshops garnered knowledge and wisdom from some of the most gifted and accomplished Equestrians of our times including Michael Page, Ralph Hill and Richard Shrake. She graciously accepted an opportunity to train her own horses under the tutelage of Jacek Wierchowiecki. Wierchowiecki, a two time olympic competitor, (Munich 1972 and Moscow 1980), coach to the Polish Team Eventing Squad 1980-1987 was awarded the FEI Gold Badge of Honor for his work in equestrian sports. The quality of the horse-human connection is the foundation that everything else will be built upon. “I figured out that communication was paramount to successful training. When the horse is comfortable, and understands what’s being asked of them, they are usually a pretty willing partner.” Michelle remains active in the equine community as an instructor, consultant and Equine Specialist for Ignite.

Jordyn McMinn

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I’m Jordyn, a Licensed Associate Counselor with a passion for supporting individuals, couples, and families on their path toward healing and growth. I provide a genuine, nonjudgmental approach to create a space where clients can navigate challenges, discover inner strength, and cultivate meaningful relationships. My therapeutic approaches are rooted in emotion-focused therapy (EFT) and family systems, recognizing the power of connection within relationships. Additionally, I am trained in EMDR to assist clients in overcoming and reprocessing trauma. Whether you’re seeking support for personal growth, navigating relationship issues, or addressing family dynamics, I am here to guide you toward positive change.
As a lifelong equestrian, I understand the profound impact that the presence of horses can have within our collaborative work. Equine-assisted psychotherapy reveals a realm of magic that encompasses trust, connection, emotional growth, and relationship repair. Horses embody many of the qualities that so many of us actively seek in our personal lives and relationships! I am eager and ready to stand beside you on your path toward healing and growth.

Justin Hartline

Hello, my name is Justin Hartline and I am an Equine Specialist at Ignite. If you are reading my story, know that I have been where you’re at and horses literally saved my life!
Ten years ago I headed to Arizona from Georgia in search of treatment and a new life. My path to sobriety changed my life completely and I have never looked back.