Finding Hope Through Horses: Our Journey of Healing at Mistatim Healing

At Mistatim Healing, we believe that healing can begin in the quiet presence of a horse. Equine-assisted therapy is a powerful approach that helps people build confidence, process emotions, develop healthy relationships, and reconnect with themselves in a safe and supportive environment. Horses are incredibly intuitive animals—they mirror our emotions, encourage us to be present, and offer a non-judgmental connection that many people find deeply healing. Through our programs, we provide opportunities for individuals, families, youth, and groups to experience the unique medicine that horses carry.

Our journey to creating Mistatim Healing was born from both a lifelong passion for horses and a profound personal loss. In July 2021, we lost our daughter, Hera, at 27 weeks gestation. The grief that followed changed our lives forever. During that difficult time, we found ourselves returning to the horses, and it was through their presence, their energy, and the connections they helped us build with others that our own healing journey began. What started as a dream we had talked about for years suddenly became a calling. We realized that if horses could help guide us through our darkest moments, they could help others find hope and healing as well.

Today, our mission is simple: to share the healing we have experienced and create a welcoming space where people of all ages can grow, heal, and thrive. Whether someone is navigating grief, trauma, anxiety, life challenges, or simply seeking personal growth, we strive to provide meaningful experiences rooted in connection, compassion, and the spirit of the horse. Every person who visits Mistatim Healing brings their own story, and we are honoured to walk alongside them as they discover strength, resilience, and healing—one step, and one hoofprint, at a time.

- Tyler and Cheryl Tootoosis, Owners of Mistatim Healing.