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- Holistic Wellness Through Hands-on Therapies -
Enhancing Ease and Fluidity in California, Arizona, Washington, Idaho
Tory’s practice is guided by asking:
How does this horse accomodate for imbalances and what does that tell us about his strengths?”
What is Structural Integration?
Structural Integration (also known as Rolfing) is a hands-on manipulation of the horse’s connective tissue network. It is a systematic unwinding process.
Why do organs, muscles, blood vessels, bone, etc not just float around migrating throughout the body? Connective tissue! It anchors everything in relation to everything else. When something shifts or is injured, slack or tension result elsewhere creating discord. Structural Integration restores harmony.
Does your horse feel less fluid one direction, rotate or shift the saddle, or have trouble bending evenly? These are a few examples of imbalances in the body often relieved by removing connective tissue adhesions. When connective tissue can glide freely, the effects of injury and poor movement patterns are diminished.
How does Structural Integration differ from Massage?
Massage targets muscles with outcomes of relaxation, suppleness, improved response, and increased circulation. The results from massage are most often palliative (temporary). Structural Integration works ALL aspects of the body via the connective tissue network, resulting in long-term change to posture and movement.
About Tory
Tory is a Nationally Board Certified Structural Integration Therapist and Large Animal Massage Practitioner through The Equine Natural Movement School, having completed 440 hours of case studies and coursework. Additional certificate programs through Equinology, The Northwest School of Animal Massage, and The Equine Institute include biomechanics, rehabilitation, meridians and fascial lines, and Phototherapy (Cold Laser). Tory also holds a Masters in Education.
As an educator, Tory endeavors to teach people the power of intention to strengthen the horse and human bond. Through equine manual therapies, Tory seeks to balance the horse so that he can move in a concert of precision, responsiveness, relaxation, and comfort.
Services
New Service!
Cold Laser Therapy
Now Available!
90 minute appointment (Best for active/sport horses /rehab/poor posture or movement)
$135/In Ventura County
$150/Outside Ventura County
$125/ horse if 3+ horses at any one location
Structural integration sessions work to release the fascia across your horse’s ENTIRE body. Tory will map the “sticky”patterns in your horse’s connective tissue and unwind any held areas to bring greater ease of movement and balance.
Structural Integration
60 minute appointment (Best for young/old/chronic/rehab/at competition)
$90 In Ventura County
$100 Outside Ventura County
$80 / horse if 3+ horses at any one location
Ideal as maintenance during rehab, during times of increased stress on the body, or for young or elderly horses. These sessions also work very well split into two 30-minute pre & post competition sessions at the show venue. Integrated bodywork increases circulation, improves muscle texture and response, and promotes relaxation. In addition to massage, Tory will incorporate fascial meridian work, trigger point releases, and stretching techniques to promote rebalancing.
Integrated Bodywork
$625 / Five pre-paid 90 minute appointments
Structural Integration is most thorough when completed as a series of 5 sessions strategically timed over ten to twelve weeks: The foundational session (1), shoulders, hips & limbs session (2), barrel & back session (3), followed by two custom sessions based on findings. These sessions are spaced out over ten to twelve weeks, with more time being given between later sessions as the work gets deeper so that the horse has ample time to integrate their new mobility in between sessions. ($125/session)
The SI 5-Series
$750 / 6-pack of monthly 90-minute sessions ($125 each)
For existing clients who Tory knows well, a subscription service allows for preferred scheduling on a determined day each month…a “set it and forget it” approach. This is a reliable way to stay on Tory’s schedule on a day that works for you and also receive a discount on six 90-minute appointments.
Session Subscription
Class 3b cold Laser Therapy
Add-on to a 60 or 90 minute session - $20 Stand-alone service - $30 - $60 depending on location
Cold Laser Therapy (Phototherapy) accelerates tissue repair, stimulates faster collagen formation (thus decreasing scar tissue), boosts production of endorphins (natural pain-killers), stimulates lymphatic drainage (waste removal), increases vascularization and therefore blood flow - all of which accelerate repair and healing. Please note: For acute issues Veterinary clearance is required. Low Level Laser Therapy is most beneficial with frequent, consistent sessions during injury recovery.
New service coming soon… Equine Nutrition Consulting!
Gift Certificates
Want to thank your coach or trainer or a favorite lesson horse? Is it your barn buddy’s birthday? Do you feel a friend’s horse could benefit from some additional support? With the purchase of a gift certificate, Tory will reach out to the recipient for intake and ensure they and their horse are well cared for. Email Tory your choice of gift, and a card will be mailed to purchaser or recipient based on your request.
“Tory’s professionalism is evident from the moment she arrives, creating a calm and focused environment that sets both horse and owner at ease. What truly sets Tory apart is her incredible intuition – she seems to understand what a horse needs almost instinctively, responding to subtle cues with care and precision while honoring my horse’s voice through watching his resulting reactions and behavior. Each session has been a positive experience, leaving my horse more relaxed, balanced and happy. I’m grateful for her expertise and the difference she has made for Jamis!” - Molly S. - Owner
What people are saying about Tory’s work…
“The detail and thought that Tory puts into her work is amazing. She is able to feel and assess my young horse’s body in a way that has not only helped in his training, but has also helped me encourage his confidence and happiness.” - Ryley S. - Trainer
“Tory has helped my 25-year-old mare stay in good shape for continued riding. After regularly scheduled treatments, my mare has improved ability to bend in both directions and she seems to really enjoy the work Tory does with her.” - Linda B. - Owner
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Preparing for a Session
Please ensure your horse is groomed. No addition of coat sprays or sheens. Horses MUST be DRY and mud/sand free
Please provide a shady, safe work space. Tory is comfortable working in a stall, paddock or cross-ties.
Please note that Tory is comfortable working on your horse solo after the initial visit. Do not feel you need to be present but of course you are ALWAYS welcome to join the session!
If purchasing a 5-Series, please be aware that your horse will need to be lunged at walk and trot for a biomechanics assessment by Tory at the beginning of session #4.
