I’m Sue, your guide to a life worth being.

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“Life is an echo. What you send out comes back. What you sow you reap, what you give you get. What you see in others exists in you.”

 

Equus Coaching® is experiential, equine-assisted life coaching. All activities take place on the ground; no riding and no horse experience are required. Simply being in the presence of these large majestic creatures can be a very humbling and grounding experience.

Through your interactions with your 4-legged coaching partner, you will begin to see reflections of how you exist in relationship with yourself, others, and the world around you.

Then and only then will you start chipping away at the walls, stories, and limiting beliefs that are keeping you from your true passion and heart-centered sense of self.

And that’s when the magic really starts to happen…

HUMILITY

honesty

authenticity

My Core Values & Beliefs

Equinimity

vulnerability

courage

 
 

I became a coach for a reason...

I’ve always had a deep, heart-centered connection with horses. They’ve been my guides, teachers, and sanctuary through life’s toughest moments, ultimately leading me to the transformative world of Equus Coaching® through the Koelle Institute for Equus Coaching®. My passion lies in helping women over 40 break through personal barriers and rediscover their true potential using the wisdom and power of horses.

My background in corporate learning, development, and management sharpened my skills as a listener, coach, and mentor. Combined with my equine expertise as a licensed equine massage therapist and volunteer at horse rescues and therapeutic riding centers, I bring a unique blend of life and professional experience to my coaching practice.

Raised in the Northeast, I moved to Seattle 30 years ago, where I now share my life with two mini Dachshunds, Benny and Buddy, and a big bay quarter horse named Moose. I’m passionate about stepping out of my comfort zone—whether as a DJ, standup comic, or private pilot—and I bring that same energy to inspiring my clients to embrace their own bold journeys.

Horses have always been my safe space and my greatest teachers. I’m honored to share their profound wisdom with anyone ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and transformation.

 
 

Meet the Herd

In addition to my big handsome boy, Moose, I am fortunate to partner with the amazing herd and staff at Care Fur Life Equine Rescue. All of the equine residents enjoy excellent care, nutritious meals, lots of love and emotional support. Our rescue coaches have an abundance of life experience to help guide you on your experiential journey.


  • Moose is my personal horse and head coach LOL! He is a big sweet Appendix Quarter Horse. He really loves people and being a coach.

  • Bricco is one of our ambassador coaches. He is also a well-trained English riding horse.

  • Serenity got her name because of how calm and serene she was when first rescued. It didn’t take long to identify she was actually deathly ill, giving her that calm presence. Once rehabbed, the Care Fur Life staff realized Serenity was full of life and energy!

  • Remi is a sweet boy with lovely manners. He is a retired polo pony and fox hunter and loves his new role as an Equus Coach.

  • Benny and Buddy are my two Dashaunds and are always working hard to keep operations running smoothly!


  • Chewy is 29 and has earned his place at CFL. He enjoys being with his pal Rummy and quiet, reflective coaching sessions.


  • Daya loves his playtime with his buddy Dakota and is becoming an excellent coach!


  • Rosabella has been our resident teacher and friend for new rescues. Rosabella was a likely broodmare most of her life and is now fully retired. She loves taking naps with her best friend Baby.


  • Francis was raised with a pack of dogs, which left him with some quirky characteristics. He loves playing with toys and going on walks around the neighborhood. He currently works as a CFL ambassador, Equus Coach, a therapy mini and show horse.


  • Teddy had a rough start in life and is starting to understand that humans aren’t all bad. He’s a special guy and is loving coaching.

Learn about my coaching services and how I can help you unlock your passion.

FAQ’S

  • Equus coaching is a unique experiential approach that involves partnering with horses to explore self-awareness, leadership, and personal growth. Horses act as mirrors, providing immediate feedback on non-verbal cues and emotions, helping individuals gain insights into their own behaviors and communication patterns. It differs from traditional coaching by incorporating the wisdom of horses and non-verbal communication into the process.

  • Equus coaching offers numerous benefits, including increased self-awareness, improved emotional intelligence, enhanced leadership skills, better communication, and the development of authentic and impactful leadership qualities. Participants often report greater confidence, resilience, and the ability to overcome challenges in both personal and professional life.

  • No prior experience with horses is required for Equus coaching. The focus is on your interaction with the horse rather than riding or horsemanship skills. Equus coaches provide a safe and supportive environment, ensuring that individuals of all levels of horse experience can engage in meaningful coaching sessions and achieve valuable insights.