Melissa has her master's degree in social work from Ohio University. She obtained her Bachelor of Social Work from Youngstown State University and her Associate in Human and Social Services from Stark State College. Melissa is Dually Certified as both a Practitioner and an Equine Professional through Natural Lifemanship. Since 2017, Melissa has specialized in equine-assisted psychotherapy, pairing her love for horses with her desire to assist individuals and families make progress toward their goals. Melissa loves seeing the relationships that can develop while working with horses and utilizing clients' strengths to help them find improved connection with themselves, others, and the world around them. Melissa began riding horses at ten years old and enjoys jumping and trail riding as well as spending any time possible with her equine friends. Melissa is married to her husband Ryan and enjoys spending time with her pets, playing board games, reading, traveling, camping, and experiencing nature.

McKenna graduated from Lake Erie College with her Bachelor of Science degree in Equine Facilities Management. In addition to her degree, she also received her Certification in Equine Massage Therapy. McKenna oversees the equestrian facility and the care needs of our animals. McKenna loves being able to share her love of horses and love for Christ in the work she does in the barn. McKenna grew up riding horses and is still riding and competing in the sport of Dressage. McKenna enjoys trail riding as well as spending time with her horse Romeo.

Deanna graduated from Malone University with her Bachelor's Degree in Social Work. She previously worked in CCHO's residential program for 3 1/2 years and is excited to work with OHS as an equine therapist. She has been riding and working with horses for most of her life and started showing horses in her early twenties. She enjoys going for a nice trail ride in the fall or spring and soaking in all the marvels of nature. In her professional career, she loves the connections people can make with animals and her passion is helping them understand how they can use that connection to develop better connections and relationships with other people. Deanna is married to her wonderful husband Jacob and together they have a cat named Ranger and a dog named Astrid, a licensed therapy dog who loves making people happy and getting belly rubs.

Jen received her undergraduate degree from the University of Findlay where she double majored in Western Equestrian Studies and Psychology. Jen went on to pursue her master’s degree in counseling from Ball State University. She has worked as a therapist for 20 years and is passionate about helping people and incorporating animals into the healing process. Jen loves working with individuals, families and couples. Her work focuses on the mind and body connection and helping individuals grow within themselves and in their relationships with others. Jen enjoys riding horses and began riding in her early teenage years at a Christian horse camp. Since that time her love for horses has only become stronger. In her spare time, Jen enjoys spending time with her two daughters, being outdoors kayaking, running and skiing and listening to country music. She also adores her therapy dog, Brooklynn, who is a blue Great Dane.