Leann is a 1982 graduate of Texas A&M University and holds a M.S. in animal science, specializing in Equine Exercise Physiology and a M.S. and certification in School Counseling. Having been in public education for 32 years as a high school counselor, Leann brings experience working with diverse groups of students, and is keenly aware of the challenges and struggles facing our youth and families today. Leann serves as Executive Director for Courage Ranch and is excited about the opportunity to bring a unique program of hope and healing to her hometown community of Floresville.

 

Destiny is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and has provided mental health treatment in various settings since 2016. Destiny obtained her  bachelor's and master's degree in social work from Texas Christian University and has worked in inpatient and outpatient facilities across Texas. Destiny has previous experience providing equine-assisted psychotherapy at an outpatient mental health facility near Houston She incorporated horses into treatment interventions to assist clients with their mental health needs. Destiny has provided individual, group, and family therapy for patients facing various mental health concerns, including depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and PTSD. In addition, Destiny has experience working in medical social work at Texas Children's Hospital-The Woodlands, where she provided crisis intervention and case management services to children, adolescents, and families.

 

Destiny is originally from Poth, Texas, and currently resides in Wilson County with her fiancé and their animals.

Sarah is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with six years of experience treating different mental health issues in a variety of setting.  Sarah attended undergraduate school at Baylor University and the obtained her master’s degree in social work from University of Texas-Austin. Sarah has experience treating veterans, families, children and adolescents needing support on their mental health.  Sarah has worked in schools, family shelters and outpatient clinics helping heal from PTSD, anxiety, depression and other mental health concerns.  Sarah’s clients have frequently told her how comfortable she makes them feel in therapy, especially if it is their first-time trying therapy.  Sarah’s goal is for clients to feel heard, understood, and cared about in each interaction.

Sarah resides in San Antonio with her husband and two children and two big dogs.  Sarah is also a foster mom and enjoys gardening in her free time.

 

Erika is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with a love of animals, art, and helping people thrive through counseling and self-care. Erika has worked with children, adults, people living with dementia, caregivers, foster families, and older adults. She grew up in Louisiana with an adopted sister and both experienced the sudden death of their father while children. Erika moved to Texas in 2010 and attended Northwest Vista College and then the University of Texas at San Antonio. She earned both an associate and bachelor’s degree in art and her master’s degree is in Social Work. She is a former Art teacher, crisis helpline counselor, and Director of Social Services at a nursing home. Erika and her mother often co-lead training for foster parents and art workshops for children and people with special needs. A new mom herself, Erika is warm, friendly, and easy to communicate with in all situations. She is very excited about partnering with a horse—or donkey—at Courage Ranch and using other modalities to help people heal their hurt and lead happier lives.