Instructors


Missy Rush, Instructor/Co- Executive Director


Missy Rush has been a certified PATH, Intl. instructor and a certified riding instructor in Massachusetts since 1998. Graduated from Centenary College with a B.S in Equine Business Management. She also received her Masters of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis from Drexel University. She is a BCBA and has her LBS in PA and is currently perusing her PhD in psychology with a specialization in behavior analysis Missy also has a disabled daughter, and currently works with early intervention as a behavior specialist. Horses and Therapeutic Riding has been her passion since she was a little girl. She bought her first horse with lawn mowing money when she was 12 years old. She is very excited to have the opportunity to continue and expand the work Beyond Balance does and spread her passion and love of horses and their healing power to as many people as possible.



Susy Chrnelich, Instructor/Co- Executive Director


Susy Berg began her involvement with therapeutic riding as a volunteer over 13 years ago. She has two disabled sisters that share her love of horses. Susy received a degree in Animal Biology and a certificate in Animal Assisted Therapy from Delaware Valley College, and her Masters in Special Ed from Drexel University. She currently works as a teacher in a multi-disabled room at a local special school. Susy loves spending her time with her husband, daughter, son and the horses. The creation of Beyond Balance is a dream come true for Susy and she can't wait to see it grow into a successful, beneficial organization.


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Board Members




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Testimonials

Beyond Balance is a safe place where disabilities become abilities, fear and frustration become joy and excitement, and anxiety becomes laughter. The program has allowed my daughter to build competence and confidence, both at Beyond Balance and in all aspects of her life. Susy, Missy and all of the volunteers are amazing people who have dedicated themselves to helping children enrich their lives. Their warm, non-judgmental attitude allows the children to be comfortable and express themselves. The trainers treat each child as an individual, building on their strengths, yet empathizing with their concerns. The horses are gentle, loving, and protective. My daughter has formed a close bond with the horse she usually rides. The horse has built her sense of trust, and given her hope and unconditional acceptance. It is amazing and powerful to see a child connect and collaborate with a large horse during the lessons. The program does teach children how to care for a horse and how to ride a horse. The trainers expect that children will learn a skill while attending the program and the children are excited to oblige. It is absolutely amazing to see my fifty-pound daughter riding a large animal with such control and ease. I highly recommend this program to anyone who has a child with a special need. It has consistently been a source of happiness for my daughter. This program has been a gift to our entire family. Rhoda Dompier mother of 6 yr old Alex

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