Group Equine Coaching in Hillsborough, NC

If you have been feeling disconnected, stuck in the same cycles, or like you just don't recognize yourself anymore, group equine coaching at Stable Support Coaching offers something different. These are not surface-level conversations. In a small, trusted group of up to 10 people, you will work alongside intuitive equine partners in a peaceful 100-year-old barn setting to find real connection, shared healing, and a path forward that talk-only approaches simply haven't provided.

Before You Arrive

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Certified by Melisa Pearce The Equine Gestalt Coaching Method™ 

The Equine Gestalt Coaching Method™ was developed by Melisa Pearce, a core founder since 1989 of the horse-human healing movement. The experiential nature of the method involves the horse as an active partner with the coach in the client’s exploratory process. The integrative approach of the equine’s interaction combined with positive coaching, somatic awareness guidance and Gestalt methodology, assists the client in examining their life and choices made with a focus on designing a positive future. 

Group Coaching in Hillsborough, NC

Healing That Happens Together

Our ongoing weekly group sessions run approximately 3 hours each and are capped at 10 participants. That small size is intentional. It creates the kind of trust and safety that allows real work to happen. Each session brings together adults who are ready to move beyond isolation and into genuine, body-based connection. Whether you are a stay-at-home mom, an empty nester, or simply someone who feels lost and wants to find their way back, this group was built for you. Sessions take place outdoors under a covered barn with fans and heaters available, so you can focus on the work regardless of the season.

Equine-Assisted Group Coaching

Why Horses Change Everything in a Group Setting

Working alongside a 1,200-pound animal as part of a group creates a kind of accountability and presence that is impossible to replicate in an office. Horses respond to what is actually happening in the room, not what people say is happening. That honest, non-judgmental feedback becomes a shared experience for the group, sparking awareness and breakthroughs that participants carry with them long after the session ends. As Equine Gestalt Coaching Method founder Melissa Pierce puts it, you never forget the lessons learned alongside a 1,200-pound animal. In a group setting, those lessons are amplified by the shared witness of people who genuinely understand what you are going through.

Who This Is For

Built for People Who Are Ready for More Than Talking

Equine-assisted group coaching at Stable Support Coaching is designed for adults who feel disconnected from themselves or their community. Many participants have tried traditional talk therapy and understand their patterns intellectually, but still find themselves repeating the same cycles. Others are craving a deeper sense of belonging that digital connection simply cannot provide. This group meets that need directly. At $200 per month, it is an accessible way to commit to ongoing, somatic healing work within a consistent, caring community. Group coaching interest is handled through an inquiry form to help preserve the chemistry and safety of each group.
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A PURPOSEFUL SPACE FOR MINDFUL TRANSITION

What to Expect When You Arrive

Your session takes place at our peaceful, century-old barn in Hillsborough, North Carolina. The property has been intentionally designed to create a welcoming environment where you can slow down and settle into the experience.


Please arrive approximately 15 minutes before your scheduled appointment. Park only in the designated parking area, where a member of our team will meet you and walk with you to the barn before your session begins. This helps create a calm transition into your coaching experience.

Before You Arrive

What to Know Before Your First Group Session

Sessions take place outdoors under a covered barn at our Hillsborough location. Please dress for the weather and wear layers, as conditions can vary. Closed-toed shoes are required for all participants; sandals and open-toed footwear are not permitted for safety reasons. Plan to arrive 15 minutes before your session begins. When you get to our Hillsborough barn, park in the designated area and a staff member will meet you up top and escort you down to the barn. These steps are in place to keep every participant safe and to make sure the session starts with everyone grounded and ready.

Before You Arrive

What is Equine Gestalt?

Group Coaching Questions

Answers Before You Arrive

  • Do I need any experience with horses to join a group coaching session?

    No prior experience with horses is needed. The sessions are guided by Sarabeth Weber, a Certified Equine Gestalt Coach trained through the Touched by a Horse® program, a two-year certification developed by Melissa Pierce. The equine partners are not ridden or handled in a traditional sense. The work is about being present with the horses and allowing their intuitive, non-judgmental responses to support your healing process. Participants of all backgrounds join these groups, and the small group size of up to 10 people helps everyone feel safe and supported from the very first session.

  • How often do group sessions meet, and how long does each one last?

    Group coaching sessions meet on an ongoing weekly basis. Each session runs approximately 3 hours. The consistent weekly schedule is intentional, as regular attendance supports the kind of sustained emotional progress and community trust that deeper healing work requires. At $200 per month, the group format is designed to be an accessible, ongoing commitment rather than a one-time experience. Interest in joining is handled through an inquiry form to help maintain the right fit and group chemistry.

  • How many people are in each group coaching session?

    Each group is capped at a maximum of 10 participants. This limit is a deliberate part of the program design. Keeping the group small creates the trust, safety, and intimacy needed for genuine somatic work alongside equine partners. It also allows Sarabeth to give meaningful attention to each participant throughout the session. Because of this cap, space in each group is limited, and joining requires submitting an inquiry rather than booking directly online.

  • What should I wear and bring to a group session at the barn?

    Closed-toed shoes are a strict requirement for all participants. Sandals and open-toed footwear are not permitted for safety reasons around the horses. Sessions take place outdoors under a covered barn at the Hillsborough location, so you should dress for the weather and plan to wear layers. Fans and heaters are available in the barn, but outdoor conditions can vary. Arriving prepared for the environment helps you stay comfortable and focused on the work throughout the full 3-hour session.

  • Where should I park and what happens when I arrive at the barn?

    The sessions are held at our barn location in Hillsborough, NC. When you arrive, park in the designated parking area. A staff member will meet you up top and escort you down to the barn from there. All participants are asked to arrive at least 15 minutes before the session begins. This arrival window is important for grounding yourself before the session starts and for ensuring the group can begin together on time.

  • How does group equine coaching differ from a private one-on-one session?

    Private Equine Gestalt Coaching sessions are 90-minute one-on-one experiences focused on individual healing through somatic awareness and equine partnership. Group coaching, by contrast, is a shared weekly experience where up to 10 participants work together over approximately 3 hours per session. The group format adds a layer of community connection and shared witness that the private session does not include. Both formats use the Equine Gestalt Coaching Method and take place at the Hillsborough barn, but they serve different needs and intentions.

  • Is equine gestalt coaching the same as therapy, and does insurance cover it?

    Equine Gestalt Coaching is a coaching modality, not a licensed clinical therapy service. It is grounded in the Equine Gestalt Coaching Method developed by Melissa Pierce through the Touched by a Horse® certification program, which is a somatic, experiential approach to personal growth and healing. It is specifically designed for people who want to move beyond talk-only approaches, not to replace clinical mental health treatment. Insurance coverage is not specified in available materials, so it is best to ask about this directly during the inquiry process.

Client Experiences

What Our Customers Say

Stable Support Coaching is built for people seeking a grounded, body-based path beyond talk-only approaches. If Sarabeth and the horses have supported your growth, clarity, or next step forward, we would be grateful for your review.