Frontline Counseling

12/25/2025

12/14/2025

Contact Ally Blaskowski Frontline Counseling to set up an appointment for Equine assisted Therapy.
Noblesville Police DepartmentHamilton County Sheriff's Office IndianaDaring Greatly

{In honor of National Horse Day🐴}

The quiet lessons horses teach us...

Horses teach us so many lessons—
but the ones that stay with us the longest
are the quiet ones.
The ones learned not in the arena,
not through ribbons or perfect rides,
but in the ordinary moments
where you don’t even realize you’re being changed.

Horses teach you patience.
Real patience—
the kind that doesn’t hurry a nervous horse,
the kind that breathes instead of bristles,
the kind that understands
trust cannot be rushed.

They teach you presence.
To be fully where your feet are.
Because horses don’t care about yesterday’s mistakes
or tomorrow’s to-do list—
they care about the energy you bring them right now.
They remind you to slow down,
to soften your shoulders,
to quiet your mind
so your heart can finally speak.

Horses teach you honesty.
They reflect who you are in the moment—
your frustration,
your fear,
your joy,
your intention.
You can’t lie to a horse.
You can’t pretend.
You can’t hide behind a mask.
They teach you to show up
as your truest self
because that is the version they trust.

They teach you courage—
not the loud kind
with applause and adrenaline,
but the quiet kind
that happens the moment after you fall,
when you stand back up
even though your hands are shaking.
They teach you that bravery
doesn’t always feel like strength—
sometimes it feels like vulnerability.
Sometimes it feels like trying again
when your heart is still bruised.

Horses teach you consistency.
How showing up matters
even on the days you’re tired,
even on the days life feels overwhelming.
You learn that the little things—
a soft brush stroke,
a walk in the pasture,
a gentle hand—
add up to something sacred.

They teach you compassion.
How to understand without words,
how to listen without judgment,
how to offer comfort
simply by being near.
A horse will lean into you
on the days you feel empty,
not asking you to explain your pain—
just choosing to stand with you through it.

And somewhere along the way,
without even realizing it,
you begin to carry these lessons
into the rest of your life.

You speak softer.
You breathe deeper.
You forgive quicker.
You notice things—
small things—
that matter more than people realize.

You become someone
who loves with steadiness,
who listens with intention,
who sees the world
through a lens of patience and understanding.

These are the quiet lessons horses teach us—
lessons learned in dusty aisles,
in sunset rides,
in the stillness of a warm muzzle against your chest.

Lessons you didn’t know you needed.
Lessons you carry long after the ride is over.
Lessons that shape the person you become.

Because the truth is this:
A horse doesn’t just train your hands.
They train your heart.

And those quiet lessons?
They stay with you for a lifetime.

Shared from: “The Cinchy Cowgirl”

Pictured: Mustang Carina 🥰

12/12/2025

Please support this wonderful ministry that comes along side our First Responders.

“I have been a law enforcement officer for just over 20 years and suffer from PTSD, anxiety, and depression. I also have a long background with horses. Through that extensive background with horses, I have always understood a connection that humans and horses have. There is a mutual respect and trust that builds with interaction that just seems intuitive. When I learned about Daring Greatly, I was eager to see how that connection between humans and horses translated over to my mental health. I was amazed to see how the horses picked up on such subtle clues, like my movements, breathing, and overall energy I was giving off. By noticing how the horses responded to me, it put me much more in touch with myself and able to recognize feelings I had a hard time putting into words. I would definitely recommend this to anyone dealing with PTSD and anxiety issues.” - Sgt. K.

Would you like to come along side us to support the men and women who are “in the arena” serving our community?

We never want cost to be a barrier. For each gift over $150 (the cost per person for a 4 hour equine assisted learning session + meal) a horse shoe will be hung in the barn. These horse shoes will represent the people who have said, “yes, I support the man/woman in the arena.”

Daring Greatly is a 501c3 non profit and all gifts are tax deductible. Ways to give:

Zelle
- daring greatly.eal@gmail.com QR code below (NO processing fees)

Venmo
- https://www.venmo.com/u/Daringgreaty-eal (processing fees apply)

Check
- Send Direct Message for mailing address (no processing fees)

Heartfelt Thanks,
The Daring Greatly Team

12/06/2025

Congratulations Sgt Kyle Smith and Sgt Kyle Landes!!!!Hamilton County Sheriff's Office Indiana

12/05/2025

Let’s all vote!!!!

11/18/2025

Today, your Hamilton County Public Safety teams are conducting a joint training exercise. You may notice an increased emergency presence in sections of Noblesville, especially near 146th and Boden Road. Rest assured, this is a planned practice for improving skills and coordination.
Thank you for your ongoing support!

11/14/2025

Beyond Talk — The Body’s Language 🧠 When Words Fall Short, Horses Listen

First responders often struggle to put their experiences into words. Trauma lives in the body, not just the mind.

That’s where Equine-Assisted Learning bridges the gap. Through movement, energy, and presence, participants learn to listen to their body’s story—and how to regulate it.

Horses respond not to your words, but to your nervous system state. Grounded in Polyvagal Theory, this approach helps first responders move from survival (fight/flight) to safety (connection).

No pressure to talk. Just space to feel and reconnect.

We love our partnership with Daring Grately, which offers Equine Assisted Learning groups specifically designed for First Responders. 🐴💙

These groups provide a safe and supportive environment to explore resilience, connection, and emotional regulation through hands-on experiences with horses. By combining the healing power of equine interaction with trauma-informed guidance, we help first responders strengthen trust, communication, and nervous system regulation — both in and out of uniform.
Daring Greatly
Hamilton County Sheriff's Office Indiana
Noblesville Police Department

11/12/2025

Sending both love and prayers to the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office today. We cannot express how sad we are for the tragic loss of Corporal Blake Reynolds. Corporal Blake Reynolds dedicated his life to protect and serve his community. Our hearts go out to the family, friends, and loved ones of Corporal Blake Reynolds.
Delaware County Sheriff's Office

11/10/2025

The Power of Co-Regulation 🐴 Nervous Systems in Sync
First responders are trained to suppress emotion in the moment—but the body remembers every call. Over time, the nervous system can get stuck in high alert, unable to return to safety.
In Equine-Assisted Learning, horses act as mirrors to your internal state. Their sensitive nervous systems pick up on subtle shifts in breathing, heart rate, and tension.
When you slow down, they do too. When you ground yourself, they move closer.
That’s co-regulation—the foundation of Polyvagal Theory in action.
You don’t tell your body you’re safe. You show it—through connection, presence, and the steady rhythm of a horse’s breath.
Hamilton County Sheriff's Office Indiana Noblesville Police Department Reins of Grace Daring Greatly

11/09/2025

This was such a great day for our Peer Support team at NPD. Thank you Emily, Linda and Heather for leading us!!!!!

11/04/2025

Ally is a licensed Social Worker trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing therapy (EMDR), Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), is certified in Equine Assisted Therapy, is a clinician for WCPR under FRSN in Indiana and is also trained in Neurofeedback. She earned a Master’s degree in Social Work in 2024. She began working alongside first responders in 2017, when she was employed by the Department of Child Services. She is completing her clinical licensure with a focus on Trauma Social Work and Counseling. She has clinical experience working with individuals and groups in crisis intervention and stress management, as well as clinical therapy. Ally has developed a profound understanding of first responder culture, as well as the impact this profession has on the mental health of first responders and their loved ones. She has an increased understanding of the benefits equine therapy has on those struggling with PTSD and other mental health illnesses.

For the month of November, we’re featuring equine! Ally has partnered with Reins of Grace and teaches clients the importance of emotional regulation. First responders spend their careers in survival mode—always ready, always alert. Over time, that constant “on” state dysregulates the nervous system, making it hard to truly rest, connect, or feel safe. Through Equine-Assisted Learning, horses become powerful co-regulators.
Grounded in Polyvagal Theory, these experiences help participants:
-Reconnect with their bodies and cues of safety
-Practice calm connection through nonverbal communication
-Learn to shift from fight/flight (sympathetic) into safety and connection (ventral vagal)

Horses don’t judge, diagnose, or demand words. They respond to the state of your nervous system—offering immediate, authentic feedback that helps you practice regulation in real time.
This isn’t just learning about calm—it’s experiencing it through relationships. Clients engage in activities such as grooming, riding, or leading horses. The horses provide non-judgmental feedback and mirroring, which helps clients reflect on their emotions and behaviors. Therapists guide clients through the experience, helping them process their feelings and develop coping mechanisms.

Hamilton County Sheriff's Office Indiana Noblesville Police Department Reins of Grace Stables Daring Greatly