FeelQuest: Equine assisted wellness in the UAE

Wellbeing, leadership, and human connection - guided by horses.

At FeelQuest, we offer a unique approach to personal and professional wellbeing through equine-assisted wellness. Since 2016, we have been supporting individuals, leaders, teams and special populations across Dubai and Abu Dhabi - using gentle, ground-based interaction with horses to create real, embodied change.

Monica's mission is simple: help people reconnect with themselves, with others, and with nature through one of the most sensitive and intuitive animals on the planet.

What is Equine-Assisted Wellness?

Equine-assisted wellness uses guided, non-riding interactions with horses to support emotional balance, resilience, confidence, communication and self-awareness.
Horses respond instantly to human intention, posture and energy - offering honest feedback that helps people understand themselves in a deeper, more meaningful way.

This work is powerful because it is experiential.
You don’t talk about change - you feel it in your body, and see the immediate results reflected through the horse.

How it aligns with Dubai's 2040 agenda

Dubai’s 2040 Urban Masterplan focuses on wellbeing, livability, green spaces and inclusive community services.
FeelQuest directly supports this vision by providing:

• Nature-based wellness experiences within city limits
• Programs for people of determination, seniors and underserved groups
• Community-building & stress-reducing activities for a growing urban population
• Healthy, human-centered spaces where people reconnect with the environment and themselves

Our work strengthens the emotional and social fabric of a rapidly developing city - aligned with the long-term vision for a healthier, happier Dubai.

How horses help people

Horses create change in a way that is simple, non-judgmental and deeply human.

Emotional wellbeing
• reduced stress and anxiety
• improved emotional regulation
• stronger confidence and clarity

Leadership & relationships
• clearer communication
• higher trust and collaboration
• low-ego, honest feedback

Personal development
• better boundaries
• deeper self-awareness
• reconnection with purpose and values

Special populations
• gentle, supportive engagement for children and adults of determination
• grounding experiences for Alzheimer’s patients
• trauma-sensitive sessions in collaboration with healthcare partners

What happens in a session?

All sessions are non-riding and take place in a safe, calm environment.

1. Arrival & Intention - a short welcome and clarity on what you want to explore.
2. Grounding & Embodiment - breathwork, simple movement, and arriving in your body.
3. Horse Interaction - approaching, leading, observing, co-regulating, or completing simple tasks with the horse.
   The horse’s responses offer immediate insight into your presence, emotions, and patterns.
4. Reflection - guided discussion or journaling to translate the experience into personal or leadership insights.
5. Integration - optional follow-up coaching or multi-session journeys.

Each session is tailored to the person or group - from corporate teams to individuals, families and community programs.

Why FeelQuest?

FeelQuest is one of the longest-running equine wellness providers in the UAE.

• Operating since 2016, in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and internationally
• Certified HorseDream© Partner
• Certified Practitioner of Horse Guided Empowerment©
• Embodiment Coach with special training in holistic equine therapy
• Specialist programs for corporate leaders, women’s wellbeing, special needs children, Alzheimer’s groups, and community initiatives
• Ethical, horse-first philosophy focused on safety, respect and welfare
• Deep cultural understanding of the region and its organisational landscapes

With hundreds of sessions delivered, FeelQuest offers a level of experience, sensitivity and professionalism that is rare in this field.

Ready to experience it?

Whether you are a leader seeking clarity, a team needing alignment, a parent searching for support, or someone simply looking to reconnect with nature - we’re here.
Book a discovery call, join a workshop, or explore our transformative coaching journeys with horses.

Feel the difference. Let the horses guide you.