Executive Director

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.

LCSW

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.

LPC

Kristin is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 15 years of experience counseling all ages with diverse issues. Kristin is a 2002 Graduate of Texas A&M University, where she earned a B.S. in Health;  and a 2004 Graduate of Hardin Simmons University, where she earned a Master's of Education in Counseling and Human Development. Having extensive training in Trauma Systems Therapy, Internal Family Systems, as well as Logotherapy, combined with her experiential experience working at Shades of Hope Treatment Center (an all addiction treatment center specializing in the treatment of eating disorders), and other behavioral health settings, Kristin has a passion for helping individuals connect with their core, apply new meaning to their trauma, and develop a healthy relationship with their true being so they can live out their unique purpose. 

Kristin lives in Karnes City, Texas with her two daughters, where she enjoys spending time with her family, camping, hiking and connecting with animals.