Staff

Cindy Freishtat, (aka Frei)

Cindy Freishtat, (aka Frei)

Cindy spent the first 25 years of her career in the corporate sector working with a broad range of clients and companies, from the Jane Goodall Institute to the Defense Intelligence Agency, General Electric to Deepak Chopra, Busch Gardens/Sea...

Read more

Maria Flint

Maria Flint

Maria Flint is an extremely motivated and results-driven management professional with exceptional leadership and communication skills. Having spent the last 20 years of her career in government contracting, she has extensive background in...

Read more

Kiele Marston

Kiele Marston

Kiele Marston Equine Specialist In elementary school, Kiele made a friend who owned horses. One invitation to the farm later, and the horse bug bit. Kiele jokes that every time she tries to look for a non-equine career, they seem to find a way to...

Read more

Mary Alexander

Mary Alexander

Mary is our “go to” volunteer. With years of experience with horses and a heart of gold, we can always rely on her to turn to when we need an extra hand with horses or a larger group. With a horse of her own, Mary knows the in’s...

Read more

Melissa Valyo-Smith

Melissa Valyo-Smith

Melissa Valyo-Smith Certified Recreation Therapist Melissa Valyo-Smith is a certified Recreation Therapist and Aquatic Therapist. She works with a variety of populations, but focuses on older adults and the IDD population. Melissa is a  Certified...

Read more

Alyssa Holleran

Alyssa Holleran

From afternoons watching Animal Planet and begging for riding lessons at the age of seven, Alyssa gave her heart to animals early. After relocating back to Virginia from Maryland, Fox Moon found her at a time of growth and healing in her own...

Read more

Mary Chris Luck

Mary Chris Luck

Mary Chris has always loved horses and they’ve always featured in her life in some way. As a rider, an owner, or a therapeutic horseback riding volunteer, she is happiest with a horse! When she isn’t around horses (and doesn’t have to work her...

Read more

Melissa Vaught

Melissa Vaught

Melissa is a licensed Occupational Therapist who graduated from the Medical University of South Carolina.  She has been practicing for over 20 years primarily in the area of pediatrics.  Melissa is skilled in using sensory modalities to work with...

Read more

Leslie Moy

Leslie Moy

Leslie Moy Secretary, Director Leslie grew up in suburban Maryland surrounded by a loving family but bereft of animals. She promptly became a perpetual beginner horseback rider as soon as she could afford it and cloying dog parent as soon as she...

Read more

JoAnn Dunham

JoAnn Dunham

JoAnn Dunne Director JoAnn has worked in the horticulture field for over 30 years as a landscape designer and horticulture educator. She holds a secondary VA state licensure in horticulture and floriculture education and headed the horticulture...

Read more

We are on Facebook

Comments Box SVG iconsUsed for the like, share, comment, and reaction icons

🐴❤️ At Healing with Horses, our equine companions are the heart and soul of our program. As we provide equine and farm-based services to children with special needs and those healing from trauma, caring for our horses and their health and well-being is a priority. This includes hoof care with the farrier, wellness appointments for vaccinations, and dental care with our vet.

Horses teeth naturally will grow very sharp, so it’s important to have routine dental care. This is called floating. And it involves filing down the horses teeth. This is important so that the horse can not only chew, but also digest their grain, hay and grass that they eat.

Today the vet came out and floated both Merlin and Toby‘s teeth . The horses have to be sedated and a very uncomfortable contraption has to be used so that the vet can not only open their mouths, but can see inside to work. Unfortunately, today we had to pull one of Toby‘s teeth that was very loose, as well as two of Merlin‘s teeth. 🦷 Poor Babies!

We depend on your support to ensure our horses receive the necessary care—special diets, yearly vaccinations, and dental work. Every contribution helps us maintain their wellness, allowing them to continue their vital work in our program. 💕

Thank you for being a part of our journey as we heal together with horses. 🐴✨

#HealingWithHorses #EquineAssistedTherapy #HorseCare #NonProfit #SupportOurHorses #HealthyHorses #HorseWellness
... See MoreSee Less

🐴❤️ At Healing with Horses, our equine companions are the heart and soul of our program. As we provide equine and farm-based services to children with special needs and those healing from trauma, caring for our horses and their health and well-being is a priority. This includes hoof care with the farrier, wellness appointments for vaccinations, and dental care with our vet.Horses teeth naturally will grow very sharp, so it’s important to have routine dental care. This is called floating. And it involves filing down the horses teeth. This is important so that the horse can not only chew, but also digest their grain, hay and grass that they eat.Today the vet came out and floated both Merlin and Toby‘s teeth . The horses have to be sedated and a very uncomfortable contraption has to be used so that the vet can not only open their mouths, but can see inside to work. Unfortunately, today we had to pull one of Toby‘s teeth that was very loose, as well as two of Merlin‘s teeth. 🦷 Poor Babies!We depend on your support to ensure our horses receive the necessary care—special diets, yearly vaccinations, and dental work. Every contribution helps us maintain their wellness, allowing them to continue their vital work in our program. 💕Thank you for being a part of our journey as we heal together with horses. 🐴✨#HealingWithHorses #EquineAssistedTherapy #HorseCare #NonProfit #SupportOurHorses #HealthyHorses #HorseWellnessImage attachmentImage attachment+2Image attachment

🌟 A Milestone Day at the Farm! 🌟

Today was an incredibly special day for Matt, an 18-year-old who’s been part of our equine-assisted learning program for the past two years. 💙 As a nonverbal young man with autism, he has shown amazing growth through our unmounted activities—working with horses, tackling farm chores, and developing crucial life skills like following directions, strategic thinking, and enhancing his motor skills.

After all the hard work and dedication, today marked a major milestone: Matt’s very first therapeutic horseback ride! 🐴✨

We started with some brushing and tacking up Merlin, and then, with a little help, Matt was able to confidently mount our gentle giant. As he settled on Merlin’s back, a huge smile spread across his face. 😊🎉 It was so heartwarming to see him following commands, telling Merlin to walk on and even throwing us high-fives!

A huge thank you to our wonderful volunteer Amy, who guided Matt and supported him throughout this exciting journey. Together, we ventured into the arena for Matt's very first ride, and we couldn’t be prouder of him! 🙌💖

We can't wait for our next session together and to continue this amazing adventure with Matt. Keep shining, buddy! 🌈

#EquineAssistedLearning #TherapeuticRiding #AutismAwareness #ProudMoment #HealingWithHorses
... See MoreSee Less

🌟 A Milestone Day at the Farm! 🌟Today was an incredibly special day for Matt, an 18-year-old who’s been part of our equine-assisted learning program for the past two years. 💙 As a nonverbal young man with autism, he has shown amazing growth through our unmounted activities—working with horses, tackling farm chores, and developing crucial life skills like following directions, strategic thinking, and enhancing his motor skills.After all the hard work and dedication, today marked a major milestone: Matt’s very first therapeutic horseback ride! 🐴✨We started with some brushing and tacking up Merlin, and then, with a little help, Matt was able to confidently mount our gentle giant. As he settled on Merlin’s back, a huge smile spread across his face. 😊🎉 It was so heartwarming to see him following commands, telling Merlin to walk on and even throwing us high-fives!A huge thank you to our wonderful volunteer Amy, who guided Matt and supported him throughout this exciting journey. Together, we ventured into the arena for Matts very first ride, and we couldn’t be prouder of him! 🙌💖We cant wait for our next session together and to continue this amazing adventure with Matt. Keep shining, buddy! 🌈#EquineAssistedLearning #TherapeuticRiding #AutismAwareness #ProudMoment #HealingWithHorsesImage attachmentImage attachment

🌟 Join Our Team at Fox Moon Farm! 🌟

We're on the lookout for a passionate and experienced Part-Time Horseback Riding Instructor! 🐴

Are you an instructor with at least three years of experience teaching both children and adults in beginner and intermediate riding? Do you believe in the power of mindfulness and want to integrate it into your lessons? If so, we want to hear from YOU!

At Fox Moon Farm, located in St. Stephen’s Church, Virginia, we are committed to making a positive impact on our clients—children and adults navigating learning and emotional challenges. That’s why we’re looking for someone who embodies patience, compassion, and understanding in every interaction.

🔹 Why Join Us?
- Be part of a mission-driven nonprofit that values both horse riding skills and emotional well-being.
- Start with 2-3 clients per week with the potential for growth!
- Competitive pay between $20-$30/hour based on your experience.

If you’re excited about the prospect of guiding others in a nurturing environment through the healing power of horseback riding, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! ❤️

👉 Interested? Comment below or send us a message! Let’s connect and make a difference together!

Please share this post and spread the word!
... See MoreSee Less

🌟 Join Our Team at Fox Moon Farm! 🌟Were on the lookout for a passionate and experienced Part-Time Horseback Riding Instructor! 🐴Are you an instructor with at least three years of experience teaching both children and adults in beginner and intermediate riding? Do you believe in the power of mindfulness and want to integrate it into your lessons? If so, we want to hear from YOU!At Fox Moon Farm, located in St. Stephen’s Church, Virginia, we are committed to making a positive impact on our clients—children and adults navigating learning and emotional challenges. That’s why we’re looking for someone who embodies patience, compassion, and understanding in every interaction.🔹 Why Join Us?
- Be part of a mission-driven nonprofit that values both horse riding skills and emotional well-being.
- Start with 2-3 clients per week with the potential for growth!
- Competitive pay between $20-$30/hour based on your experience.If you’re excited about the prospect of guiding others in a nurturing environment through the healing power of horseback riding, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! ❤️👉 Interested? Comment below or send us a message! Let’s connect and make a difference together!Please share this post and spread the word!
Load more

Want news and updates?
Sign up for our newsletter.

Healing, Learning, and Growing Together: Empowering Lives through Horses, Community, and Wellness.