hythm of the Horse
OUR EXECUTIVE
DIRECTOR & THERAPIST
Originally from England, Justine Williams, embarked on a journey into the world of special needs education after a her friend suffered a stroke, when she was 11 years old. This inspired her to pursue a degree in Conductive Education at the Andras Peto Faculty of Semmelweis University in Budapest.
Justine discovered the transformative power of horses during her time at a local Therapeutic Riding Center. As a certified PATH Intl. Therapeutic Riding Instructor and a PATH Intl. Registered Therapist in hippotherapy, she has integrated equine movement into her Conductive Education program to enhance therapeutic outcomes. With her Sensory Integration Certification from USC/WPS, Justine is equipped to support individuals with various disorders, using the unique benefits of equine movement, ground work and farm-based activities.
NON VOTING DIRECTOR
Helen Kilcoyne first met Justine Williams in 2006 at a local therapeutic riding center. A lifelong horsewoman and stroke survivor, Helen has experienced firsthand the profound benefits of equine-assisted therapy and Conductive Education. She joined the administrative team at Rhythm of the Horse in early 2025 and currently supports web development, grant writing, and payment processing systems.
Board of Directors
Scott Kilcoyne
President, & Secretary
Scott joined the Board in December 2024 and took on the role of President in January 2025. With a background in Senior Management, he brings extensive expertise in management, finance, and organizational structure to the team.
VirginiaAnne Poppe
Treasurer
Virginia Anne joined the Board in February 2025. As a retired CPA, she brings invaluable experience in external auditing, internal auditing, and corporate accounting. Her extensive background equips the Board with a wealth of knowledge and expertise that will greatly benefit organization.
Carly Latham
Director of Development & Communications