Meet the Staff

  • Kat Heggen, LMSW

    FOUNDER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

    Kat is a Masters prepared Social Worker and the fearless visionary and Executive Director of The Barn. She facilitates many Equine Assisted Learning and Therapy groups as well as overseeing the day to day operations at The Barn.

  • Heather Camp

    ASSISTANT TRAINER

    Heather has been a professional hunter/jumper trainer for 22 years, specializing in equitation. It truly lights up her world to spread the love of the horse. Outside of The Barn, she spends time with her husband, her pup Thorin, and four adorable kitties. She also loves gardening, cooking, and baking.

  • Tracy Thompson, MA, LPC

    LICENSED PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR

    Tracy is a Licensed Professional Counselor where she has been working in the mental health field for over 10 years with all ages. She is currently certified as an Equine Assisted Mental Health Therapist using the EAGALA Model.

  • Cait Melamed

    DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR

    Cait spearheads event planning, fundraising, and marketing, fueled by her passion for mental health advocacy. She has been part of The Barn since 2022. When not immersed in her role, she spends many hours with her horse, Indy. She also has a rescue lab, Zeke, an orange tabby, Diego, and a husband, Matt, who has recently embraced horse ownernship.

  • Dana Pleasant

    DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR

    Dana is an equestrian with a love for animals and helping others. She assists The Barn with the coordination and implementation of various fundraising events, ensuring its growth and sustainability. Dana finds joy in riding her horse, Enzo, and spending time with her husband, Andrew, and their two dogs, Cooper and Zoey.

  • Ann Goodfellow, LLC

  • Hannah Miller, LLMSW