Toni Collins

Founder, Wild Hearts Equine Connection
BA in Education & Social Work
Certified Equine-Assisted Learning Practitioner

I feel incredibly privileged to combine my professional training with a lifelong connection to horses to support people as they navigate life's challenges.

My work brings together practical experience, formal training in human development, and specialised training in Equine-Assisted Learning. Through Wild Hearts, I create a safe, supportive environment where children, teens and adults can build confidence, strengthen self-awareness, develop communication skills, and gain new insights through working alongside horses.

Education & Professional Background

Postgraduate Certificate in Equine-Assisted Learning (EAL)
Equine Psychotherapy Institute, Australia

Postgraduate Studies in Applied Psychology
University of Auckland

Bachelor of Arts (BA) – Education & Social Work
University of Otago

Teacher Training Studies
Dunedin College of Education