The Spirit Mountain Team

Meet The Horses

  • Spinner

    The Heartbeat of Spirit Mountain

    Spinner is the soul horse and foundation of Spirit Mountain Healing Services. An 18-year-old Arabian/Morgan cross gelding, he brings a beautiful blend of wisdom, sensitivity, and playfulness to every session. With his expressive eyes and quirky personality, Spinner has a special way of making people feel both seen and safe.

    He can be curious one moment, cautious the next—stubborn when he needs to set a boundary, and incredibly soft when your heart needs comfort. His unpredictably honest nature invites those around him to drop their masks and simply be real.

    Spinner carries a special legacy, too. He’s the last son of Moa-Shah-Re, the beloved daughter of Michelle’s very first horse, making him part of a lineage of love that began when Michelle was just 10 years old.

    One of Spinner’s greatest gifts is his uncanny ability to show up exactly as you need him to. Whether you need a moment of stillness, a nudge of courage, or a little laughter, he seems to know and offers what your spirit needs, right on time.

    To know Spinner is to be invited into presence, truth, and healing. He’s not just a horse, he’s a partner in transformation.

  • Tenacity

    A Wise and Wonderfully Expressive Soul

    Tenacity is Spinner’s full sister and a cherished elder in our healing herd. At 25 years old, this graceful Arabian-Morgan cross brings a depth of presence and emotional honesty that impacts everyone she meets.

    Where Spinner might hold back, Tenacity lets it all show. She’s the horse who wears her heart on her sleeve, and that’s exactly what makes her such a powerful guide. Her ability to express emotion so openly invites you to do the same, gently reminding you that it’s okay to feel, to release, and to be fully yourself.

    Tenacity has led a rich and varied life, and her experiences have shaped her into a strong, intuitive, and deeply compassionate partner. She meets people where they are, offering quiet strength, fierce grace, and an open heart.

    Confident, capable, and full of personality, Tenacity is a shining example of what it means to embrace life with courage and authenticity. She’ll not only mirror your emotions, but she’ll also walk beside you as you learn to understand and trust them, too.

    Tenacity isn’t just her name—it’s her spirit. And she’s here to help you find yours.

Meet Michelle Holt

Horse-Guided Life Coach
Welcome to Spirit Mountain Healing Services

Hi, I’m Michelle Holt—Founder and CEO (that’s Chief Empowerment Officer!) of Spirit Mountain Healing Services, located in Prescott, Arizona.

For over 40 years, I’ve been walking alongside both horses and humans—helping people navigate life’s challenges, reconnect with themselves, and discover new ways to thrive. Horses have always been my passion and purpose, and through Spirit Mountain, I’ve created a place where these two elements come together to support deep healing and personal growth.


With a background in education, life coaching, and relationship development, I offer a holistic, heart-centered approach to my work with women experiencing what I call the
3-Ds: Death, Divorce, and Domestic Violence.

I invite you to experience the life-changing online program here at Spirit Mountain—where every session is grounded in trust, truth, and transformation.


Transforming Lives through equine-assisted life coaching,
and specifically the Confidence through Connection: Rebuilding Through the Wisdom of Horses.


Education & Credentials:

  • Bachelor of Science in Equine Science

  • Minor in Small Business

  • Master’s Degree in Counseling & Psychology, with a focus in Equine-Assisted Mental Health


Let’s begin the next chapter of your healing journey—together.