About Jessi
Horse Ways: Jessi Homan’s Lifelong Dedication to Equine Connection
My love for horses began at age four when my mom got Moki Bars, the first horse I remember. From then on, I absorbed everything I could about them. By eight, I was showing Moki in 4-H, and by ten, I trained her for gymkhana events. Over the years, we welcomed several foals, including Sir Chance A Lot, whom I trained for Western Pleasure and games. I also worked with Moki Zan Dew and Major Twist Moki, preparing them for beginner riders and trail use.
Daily riding was a staple of my life until I moved out in 2001, taking a hiatus until 2013 when we got JJ for my kids. That same year, my family relocated to River Falls, where I pursued Equine Management at UWRF. A pivotal article on Equine Assisted Psychotherapy inspired me to switch my major to Psychology, with a minor in Animal Science.
While studying, I trained horses, taught riding, and honed advanced horsemanship skills. I graduated in 2017 and, in 2020, left my day job to follow my true passion. Today, I am a certified Equine Specialist for EAGALA, a Western Horsemanship trainer, and the proud owner of Horse Ways LLC. Furthering my commitment to equine-assisted therapy, I am now pursuing my Master of Social Work (MSW) to deepen my ability to support individuals through therapeutic horsemanship.