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About Equillation

Equillation honours the wisdom of horses and the power of systemic constellations as a path to healing and transformation. The training blends academic depth, experiential learning, and personal growth, while always prioritising ethical practice and equine welfare.

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This is more than a qualification – it is an invitation into a supportive community, where students grow in confidence, presence, and professional integrity.

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Our Collaborative Vision

Founded by Kate and developed collaboratively with Maria-Lucy and Ursula, Equillation represents a unique way of working that honours the horse at every step and ensures their needs, freedom, and natural instincts remain central to our practice.

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Together, we bring professional knowledge, spiritual insight, and lived experience to guide both individuals and practitioners on their journeys of growth, connection, and transformation.

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Meet The Team

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Kate Bickerstaff

Founder

Kate is the founder of Equillation, whose practice weaves together equine-facilitated therapy, systemic constellations, and nature-based healing.

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Maria-Lucy Neason 

MSc CABTi CertEd BHSII

Lecturer and Module Leader Equine Behaviour

Maria-Lucy is an experienced equine educator with a long career as an equine coach and lecturer in equine studies.  

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Ursula Maria Bell

Systemic Constellation Facilitator & Trainer

Ursula is a qualified systemic constellation facilitator, trainer, and supervisor with over 15 years of experience in transgenerational healing.

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Our Values & Philosophy

At the heart of our work lies a deep respect for the horse as a sentient being, an individual with their own thoughts, feelings, and needs.

Honoring Natural Wisdom

At Equillation, we begin by listening to the horse. Their subtle signals, gentle presence, and non-verbal language guide the way. By meeting them in their own space; grazing, resting, or interacting freely with their herd, we allow their natural wisdom to come forward.

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This way of working is built on respect, choice, and connection. When horses are free to be themselves, they show us what is true in the moment and open the door to deeper healing, mutual understanding, and authentic partnership.

Deep Respect

For the horse as a sentient being with individual thoughts and feelings

What's Most Important to Us

Natural State

Allowing horses to simply be horses, meeting their basic and complex emotional needs.

Authentic Feedback

Regulated horses offer unbiased feedback, reflecting what's present without interference.

Freedom of Choice

Horses have the freedom to choose whether to engage, respecting their autonomy.

Diploma in Equine Systemic Constellations

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Ready to explore a new way of partnering with horses?

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