Certified Equine & Canine Bodywork
Harmonizing Mind, Body, & Soul
Since the late 1900's...
Becky has been dedicating her life to restoring animal welfare and wellness.
Becky is a Certified Equinology Bodyworker (EEBW)
& the only Certified Canine Bodyworker (CCBW) in New England.
She attended an agricultural high school and completed her Bachelor of Science in Animal Science at the University of Connecticut. She has built a foundation of animal care with her highly respected & successful canine daycare, training, and boarding facility.
She offers over 20 years of animal training and behavior consulting, and still considers herself a student to any animal she meets.
She founded a non-profit to help educate the public on animal wellness and safety, focusing on bite prevention. She relentlessly brought awareness to the public of the need for a new animal control facility, a goal that finally came to fruition.
She has spent the last four years launching her bodywork program, gaining a wealth of experience and training with the most respected bodywork practitioners in the country.
Mission Statement:
At Sweet Serenity Stables, harmonizing mind, body, and soul means supporting the whole animal on their journey to balance and wellbeing. Trauma and tension stored in the body can limit movement, create imbalance, and affect an animal’s ability to feel safe and learn in their environment.
By integrating acupressure, myofascial release, and craniosacral therapies, we open pathways in both body and mind, allowing healing to emerge from within.
Combined with positive reinforcement training, this approach empowers animals to release fear, restore harmony, and step into their fullest potential with confidence and ease.
My Why
I know there are so many people out there with amazing, unique careers. I’m lucky to be one of them.
When I decided to shift into another facet of animal care—one that put me in a deeper kind of service to the animals—some people thought I was a bit nuts. But moments like this remind me exactly why I followed my heart.
While I was videoing for my notes, I captured such a tender, genuine moment that I had to share it. I feel so thankful to have been able to help this sweet old lady with her vibrant soul. Her response was so touching it stopped me in my tracks.This is why I do what I do.
Craniosacral Therapy
(CST)
What Is Craniosacral Work?
Craniosacral therapy (CST) is a gentle, hands-on technique that helps support your horse's or dog's central nervous system. It uses light touch to release tension in the bones, tissues, and fluids surrounding the brain and spinal cord - areas that affect how the animal moves, feels, and behaves.
Ideal for Animals Who:
- Are sensitive to touch or grooming
- Have had head injuries or concussions
- Are anxious, reactive or withdrawn
-Show uneven movement, balance issues, or with horses 'mystery lameness'
- Struggle with performance or behavioral changes
- Releases Physical Tension
Frees up restrictions in the skull, spine, and sacrum. Improves flexibility, balance, and range of
motion.
- Supports the Nervous System
Helps calm an overstimulated system. Aids in recovery from trauma, stress, and injury.
- Reduces Pain & Discomfort
Eases tension headaches, TMJ issues, poll or sacral sensitivity.
-Can help horses that resist the bit, struggle with collection, or have a history of falls.
- Encourages Emotional Release
Many animals hold onto stress or past trauma. This gentle work helps them to let go, relax deeply and feel safe in their bodies.
How Does Craniosacral Work Help Animals?
Myofascial Release
(MFR)
What Is Myofascial Release?
MFR is a gentle, hands-on technique that works with the fascia (a web-like connective tissue that surrounds and supports muscles), organs, and joints. Fascia can become tight or restricted due to injury, stress, repetitive motion, or trauma, which leads to pain and reduced movement. MFR restores function and comfort by gently stretching and releasing those restrictions.
How Does Myofascial
Release Work for Animals?
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Improves Movement and Flexibility
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Loosens tight fascia that restricts movement and causes stiffness. Helps animals move more freely and comfortably.
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Relieves Pain and Discomfort
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Releases chronic tension and compensatory patterns.
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Reduces soreness in overused or imbalanced muscle groups.
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Enhances Body Awareness and Balance
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Helps the animal feel more connected and aligned in their body, improving balance and coordination.
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Promotes Emotional and Physical Release
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Encourages the animal to release both physical and emotional tension, leading to a more relaxed and cooperative attitude.
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Supports Performance and Recovery
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Ideal for sport and performance horses/canines. Helps prevent injury and aids in recovery from strain, overuse, or trauma.
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Animals often show signs of deep release during sessions—such as yawning, stretching, deep breathing, or shifting posture. This work can lead to visible improvements in comfort, performance, and emotional well-being.
Acupressure
What Is Acupressure?
Acupressure is a hands-on healing technique rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine. It involves applying gentle pressure to specific points on the horse’s body—known as acupoints—located along meridians, which are energy pathways. Stimulating these points helps restore balance and promotes both physical and emotional wellness by improving the flow of energy (Qi) throughout the animal's body.
How Can Acupressure Help Animals?
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Balances the Body’s Energy
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Enhances natural healing by promoting better Qi flow and supporting the organs and systems.
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Supports Emotional Wellness
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Helps reduce anxiety, fear, and behavior challenges. Encourages trust and calm.
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Eases Physical Discomfort
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Aids in managing stiffness, soreness, inflammation, and chronic pain.
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Enhances Immune Function
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Boosts immunity and helps the body resist illness and recover faster.
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Promotes Connection and Communication
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Strengthens the bond between horse and human. Animals often show visible signs of release such as licking, yawning, blinking, and softening.
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