Adrianna Knowles

Dedicated Psychology graduate with a strong background in counselling and client support, including experience as a Youth and Family Counsellor. Passionate about integrating equine-assisted therapy into mental health care, leveraging both professional training and extensive hands-on experience with horses. Eager to apply my skills in a clinical or counselling role while working towards my goal of providing equine-assisted therapy services.

• Equine Assistant, Amani Acres, Brantford, Ontario, ON, 09/01/16, 07/01/17, Assisted with Equine assisted learning workshops, Assisted with customer inquiries, Organized summer camp for clients
• Leader & Side Walker, Pride Stables, Kitchener, Ontario, ON, 09/01/13, 11/01/13, Prepared horses for lessons, Guided horses throughout lessons, Helped rider balance during exercises
• Supervisor, Boots and Hearts Canadian Country Music Festival, Bowmanville, Ontario, ON, 08/01/13, 08/01/13, Monitored children in family fun zone, Supervised high value equipment, Assisted with site assembly
• Educational Assistant, St. Julia Catholic Elementary School, Mississauga, Ontario, ON, 11/01/12, 11/01/12, Assisted children with special needs, Provided general support and one-to-one assistance for pupils., Helped children with learning, playing and social development
• Educational Assistant, Topcliff Public School, Toronto, Ontario, ON, 11/01/12, 11/01/12, Assisted children with special needs, Provided general support and one-to-one assistance for pupils., Helped children with learning, playing and social development
• Stable Hand, Willow Crest Farm, Moorefield, Ontario, ON, 03/01/12, 06/01/12, Prepared horses for lessons, Cleaned riding tack, Fed and cared for horses
• Stable Hand, Brookside Equestrian Centre, Wilmot Township, Ontario, ON, 03/01/12, 06/01/12, Prepared horses for lessons, Cleaned riding tack, Fed and cared for horses
• Camp Counselor, Willow Crest Farm, Moorefield, Ontario, ON, 08/01/11, 09/01/11, Supervised children’s meals and activities, Prepared horses for riding, Guided children on horses

• Spending time outside, hiking or camping
• Horse back riding
• Avid photographer of portraits and landscapes