E125: Building Trust Through Presence with Nick Sharp, LPCC

How does one build contact connection relationship & intimacy?

I’m so excited to share Episode 125 of Opportunity Knocks by EmpowHer Purpose where I sit down with Nick Sharp, M.A., a Clinical Psychology and Counseling professional, trained at the Gestalt Equine Institute of the Rockies and founder of his own equine-based practice, Nick Sharp Counseling.

Nick’s work centers around the healing power of connection—both with others and with the natural world. Through equine therapy, he helps individuals build trust, presence, and emotional awareness by working alongside horses, who model authenticity, safety, and nonverbal communication in powerful ways.

In this conversation, Nick and I explore how true healing happens through contact, presence, and the willingness to slow down. They also dive into the growing challenges of disconnection in today’s world, and how reconnecting with nature—and ourselves—can create space for transformation.

In this episode, we discuss:
• The healing power of equine therapy and building trust through presence
• Why contact and connection are essential for emotional growth
• The difference between solitude and isolation—and why it matters
• How slowing down and engaging with nature can support healing and self-awareness

This conversation is a reminder that meaningful growth begins when we allow ourselves to be fully present. By embracing discomfort, deepening connection, and reconnecting with the world around us, we open the door to lasting transformation.

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