Today we’d like to introduce you to Susan Bloom.
Hi Susan, thanks for joining us today. We’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
I grew up the daughter of the only doctor in a small town in western Kansas, so I saw early on both the beauty and the burden of caring for others. Years later, I married a farmer, and at 54 he was diagnosed with several serious medical conditions. Overnight, I became his caregiver — navigating doctors’ offices, long drives for treatments, and the constant uncertainty that comes with chronic illness.
In the middle of that, I was also raising a family, working as a tourism director, and trying to hold everything together. Then I was diagnosed with breast cancer myself. Those experiences — being both the caregiver and the patient — opened my eyes to how much emotional weight people carry silently.
That’s what led me to the Equine Gestalt Coaching Method®. I became a Master Equine Gestaltist and founded Serenity Ranch in Oskaloosa, Kansas, where I now guide others in finding their own healing and connection through time spent with horses.
Today, my work focuses on helping caregivers, healthcare professionals, and families reconnect with themselves and find wholeness after seasons of strain. The horses have taught me that healing doesn’t come from fixing what’s broken — it comes from being fully present with what is.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
It definitely hasn’t been a smooth road. There have been seasons that felt like survival mode — balancing caregiving, parenting, and work while trying to hold onto myself in the process. Watching someone you love decline, especially over many years, can take a quiet toll that isn’t always visible from the outside.
When I was diagnosed with breast cancer in the middle of all that, it stopped me in my tracks. It forced me to face my own vulnerability and rethink how I was living.
There were times I felt isolated, exhausted, and unsure how to move forward. But those same struggles became the foundation of my work now. They taught me empathy, patience, and the importance of presence — both for others and for myself. The road wasn’t smooth, but it shaped me into the person and the coach I am today.
As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
I work with people carrying heavy emotional loads — caregivers, medical professionals, and families — helping them reconnect with themselves and find balance. I specialize in Equine Gestalt, which creates transformative experiences through the presence of horses. These experiences help people access insight, clarity, and a sense of calm that can be hard to find elsewhere.
I’m known for creating a safe, compassionate space where people can slow down, be fully seen, and explore what’s really going on beneath the surface. What I’m most proud of is seeing people leave a session with renewed confidence, emotional relief, or a fresh perspective — sometimes after years of carrying stress or grief.
What sets me apart is that I combine deep empathy with a structured, experiential approach. Having been on the other side of caregiving and serious illness myself, I bring lived experience to my work. The horses amplify the discovery, helping people access insights and healing that are often hard to reach through words alone.
Can you tell us more about what you were like growing up?
Growing up in a small town in western Kansas, I was a mix of curious, responsible, and independent. Being the daughter of the only doctor in town, I often heard people calling at all hours — and I think that’s where my awareness of other people’s needs began. I was a good listener even then, always tuned in to what people were feeling beneath their words.
I also loved being outside and spending time with horses — they were my escape and my teachers long before I realized how much wisdom they held. Music and singing were another big part of my life; I loved expressing myself through song and found that it was a way to connect with both others and my own feelings. Photography was another passion — capturing moments and details helped me see the world in a more thoughtful, intentional way.
Looking back, I can see that the qualities that shaped me then — empathy, curiosity, creativity, and a deep appreciation for authenticity — are the same ones that guide my work today.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://connectionandsynergy.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/connectionandsynergy/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ConnectionAndSynergy
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanbloom-connectionandsynergy/
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@susanb63
