About Us
MISSION STATEMENT
""At Harmony Barn, our mission is to facilitate personal growth and emotional resilience through non-contact Equine-Assisted Learning. We bridge the wisdom of the herd with practical wellness tools, helping clients transition from stress to a state of grounded, intentional presence."
BARBARA
Director of Equine-Assisted Learning & Wellness
As Harmony Barn's Director of Equine-Assisted Learning & Wellness, Barbara Isherwood combines extensive expertise in professional education, guidance, and community development to lead unique equine-assisted wellness programs.
Holding a Certificate in Education and a Level 4 qualification in Advice and Guidance, Barbara’s work is grounded in structured learning and a deep commitment to supporting personal growth and life transitions.
A dedicated advocate for inclusive practice, Barbara focuses on creating accessible, regulated environments for underserved and historically excluded communities. By integrating an informed understanding of interspecies neurobiology with her background in teaching, she helps individuals navigate challenges through the biological mirrors provided by the herd.
Her non-contact, observation-based approach ensures a safe, transformative experience, rooted in the power of the human-horse connection.
Meet the Team
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VICKI
Treasurer & Board Member
Board member and Treasurer Vicki Vandruff has many years of experience as a 'C Suite' financial executive in the non-profit sector.
Vicki is a passionate horse lover, having seen the positive influences horses have had in her own life.
She is a committed supporter of Harmony Barn and a staunch advocate for the programs we offer.
Vicki brings extensive financial expertise to the Harmony Barn board and is a great asset to the organization.
NANCY
Secretary & Board Member
Nancy Jennings brings invaluable experience and knowledge to Harmony Barn, having devoted years to advancing the education of marginalized people.
Her lifelong dedication to horses, ignited in her youth, fosters a profound connection with the Harmony Herd.
Nancy shares a special affinity with our matriarch Nellie, embodying the same calm wisdom and gentle nature that are so integral to Harmony Barn's healing mission.
Drew
Business Manager
Andrew Isherwood brings a strong background in leadership, problem-solving, and strategic planning to his role at Harmony Barn.
With years of experience in business development, he knows how to build and sustain organizations.
Andrew focuses on the big-picture operations, making sure the programs are financially sustainable while staying true to their mission.
Passionate about making a difference, Andrew helps ensure Harmony Barn remains a welcoming, accessible space where people and horses can find connection and healing.
The Harmony Herd
Our beautiful horses are the heart and soul of our program. With their sensitive nature and desire for connection, our family of Arabian horses is deeply attuned to human emotions. Their expressive nature and clear communication make them exceptional guides and teachers in our journey toward emotional healing and self-awareness.
Nellie
Before coming to Harmony Barn Nellie had her foals taken away at a young age, as a result she was wary, shut down and reserved. At Harmony Barn Nellie lives happily with her son and daughter. Helping her to feel safe and connected to us has been a valuable lesson in listening, slowing down and making our body language quiet.
Joy
Joy is Nellie's daughter, she was born at Harmony Barn and she has only ever known our gentle way with horses. Joy is sensitive and expressive, she learns quickly and she is not shy of sharing her opinions. She teaches us to be collaborative and negotiate, reminding us that force is never a good choice.
Phizzy
Born at Harmony Barn in 2020 our youngest herd member Phizzy is growing in both stature and confidence. He is a sweet, trusting and calm boy, full of curiosity and mishief (pic). Phizzy affirms the importance of positive experiences in early years.