Meet the Team at Cara Capall Therapy

Manager at Cara Capall Therapy and Eagala Equine Specialist

My lifelong passion for horses and the positive impact they can have on people has inspired me to start Cara Capall Therapy. I have experience working in riding schools and am a qualified riding instructor for AIRE approved centres. I hold a degree in Business in Equine and over the years have expanded my knowledge in equine care, welfare, and anatomy through training with the BHS, HSI, and Equi Ed.

As a certified Equine Specialist with Eagala, I am committed to providing meaningful, client-focused experiences along with my Eagala colleagues and my herd of five unique horses.

My focus is on creating an environment where both horses and clients can connect naturally and authentically. I am fully Garda vetted, and insured and operate as an associate member of Horses in Education and Therapy International (HETI), ensuring a professional, ethical, and caring approach in all aspects of my work.

I look forward to welcoming you to Cara Capall Therapy.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Business (BBus) Honours degree (1:1)
Bachelor of Business in Equine, Level 7 degree
Higher Certificate in Business in Equine, Level 6
Eagala Certified Professional (Equine Specialist)
AIRE approved horse riding instructor
BHS Stage 2 Groom, Ride, Lunge and Care
BHS Stage 2 Tourism Ride Leader
First Aid Certified
Sport Ireland Child Safeguarding trained
Fully Garda Vetted through Horse Sport Ireland (HSI)

Professional Memberships

Eagala Certified Professional
HETI Association Member

Equine Assisted Psychotherapist (MH Specialist)

At Cara Capall Therapy, we are proud to have Denise as our one of our dedicated Mental Health Therapists. Denise’s extensive experience, advanced training, and compassionate approach make her an invaluable member of our team.

Qualifications and Training
Denise is a fully accredited psychotherapist with a B.Sc. in Psychotherapy (2006) and has been IACP accredited since 2010. A dedicated practitioner of the Eagala Model since 2015, Denise further enhanced her expertise by achieving Eagala Advanced Certification in July 2024. This prestigious qualification reflects her commitment to continuous professional development and excellence in equine-assisted therapy.

Professional Background
With over 40 years of experience in social work and residential care, Denise has worked with individuals, families, and groups from diverse backgrounds.

Denise's career highlights include:

Supporting people with disabilities and complex social needs
Helping individuals and families affected by domestic/sexual violence
Promoting women’s well-being and empowerment
Addressing safeguarding and sexual health issues

Her professional career has been dedicated to helping people overcome challenges, build resilience, and achieve personal growth.

Denise’s therapeutic work focuses on a variety of areas, including:

Trauma recovery, including domestic violence and abuse
Enhancing well-being, self-worth, and confidence
Coping with loss and bereavement
Team building and personal development

Denise is highly experienced in delivering Eagala sessions tailored to the unique needs of individuals and groups, making her approach both versatile and impactful.

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Personal Approach
Denise’s calming presence and empathetic nature create a safe and supportive environment for clients. Her kind and patient demeanor helps individuals feel at ease, fostering trust and connection throughout the therapeutic and learning process.

As a valued member of our team, Denise combines her advanced skills, wealth of experience, and passion for helping others to support our mission of providing transformative equine-assisted therapy and learning.

Eagala Mental Health Professional
(MH Specialist)

Linda Bolger

Linda is a fully qualified Counsellor/Psychotherapist with a Degree in Counselling & Psychotherapy and an accredited member of the Irish Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (IACP).

Linda also holds a Professional Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and a Level 9 Certificate in Perinatal Mental Health.

She specialises in all areas of women’s health – working with women with a wide range of issues, including but not limited to the following: Preconception & Fertility, Infertility, IVF & Assisted Reproduction, Pregnancy, Miscarriage & Loss, Traumatic Birth, Post Natal Anxiety, Post Natal Depression, Transition to Motherhood, Perimenopause & Menopause, Stress, Anxiety & Depression, Self Esteem & Confidence.

Linda has also attained specialised training with the British Infertility Counselling Association (BICA) and has completed workshops and training in the area of fertility. Linda is also a professional member of the Irish Fertility Counsellors Association (IFCA).

Linda currently sees clients for talk therapy at her practice STL - Counselling and Psychotherapy and is based in Celbridge, Co. Kildare. She is a fully certified Eagala Professional, having completed her training (for the Mental Health Professional role) in June of 2024.

Qualifications