Programs Manager

Danielle Braman

Clinical Manager, Occupational Therapist, MSOT, AHA

I am super excited to join the team at Promise Ranch! Ever since I was little, I have wanted to “do therapy on horses”. Having the opportunity to work with clients AND horses is a dream come true! I am an Ohio native. I attended graduate school in St Louis at Washington University in St Louis.

I worked at my other dream job, “St Jude Children’s Research Hospital” in Memphis, TN where I met my husband. We moved to Colorado in 2016.  I have additional certifications in Neurodevelopmental Treatment (NDT) and Yoga Therapy which I incorporate into my therapy.  When not working, I enjoy spending time outdoors with my husband, daughter and puppy.

Occupational Therapy Assistant & Equine Manager

Kaity Glicini

I am so excited to join the PRTR team! I graduated from Pima Medical Institute with my OTA degree in November 2019 and am thrilled to use my degree to work with children while doing hippotherapy. I started riding horses when I was 7 years old, and have been obsessed ever since. I have owned 2 horses, and my current horse Kola joined me at the ranch to begin her journey as a therapy horse.

I also have worked daycare for the past 4 years so I have lots of experience with kids of all ages.

When I’m not working, I love riding horses, hiking, relaxing in nature, swimming, and spending time with my family.

AR Instructor & Veterans Group Facilitator

Tricia Plattner

I am a Colorado native and have lived in Douglas County since 1973. I’ve always had horses and my 1 st
horse was a little mare that spooked at everything and rarely went forward but was amazing at going
sideways and backward! I always rode on a bareback pad, and I swear that’s where I learned my
balance. I could feel what she was going to do before she did it. I was in my late 30’s before I got bucked
off! I didn’t enjoy it.
My husband of 25 years and I live on 40 acres where we have 2 old horses, 2 chatty dogs and 2 cats that
are out of control! We also raise Black Angus cattle for beef. My husband and I were 4-H leaders for over
12 years operating the DC Dally’s Roping Club. We had 8 to18 year old kids in the club. We taught
horsemanship skills and team roping and loved every minute!
My other love is sculpting. I am self-taught and work in clay and bronze. I enjoy sculpting animals and
people. I have always done smaller pieces but would love to do a life size piece. I have an art studio at
my home where I can look out my windows and watch my horses and cows and get live inspiration!
Because I need to help pay the bills, I work for the Douglas County Schools. I work with the Severe
Special Needs students at a local elementary school. I work with a great group of kids, and they always
make me smile! I have always given riding lessons but once I started working with Special Education
students, I wanted to get certified to teach the special needs children and adults. I am CRTI certified
through PATH International and teach adapted riding skills. I love having fun with my students and make
my lessons fun and innovative. This also makes it more interesting and fun for the volunteers.

Mental Health Program Manager

Canna O’Carroll

Canna acquired her Masters in Clinical Mental Health through the University of Colorado, Denver and is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional through ITTI. She has a passion for creating a non-judgmental safe space where people feel comfortable, supported, accepted and validated. She works with teens and adults struggling with a variety of mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, addiction, chronic stress, chronic health issues, relational difficulties and life transitions.

Canna specializes in working with individuals who suffer from trauma, grief and loss, PTSD and Bipolar Disorder. As a Veteran herself, she is passionate about the mental health care of our Veteran population and is committed to suicide prevention work.

In her free time Canna loves to be outdoors with her dogs, her horse and her husband. She is an avid reader, loves to travel and experience new cultures.

Mental Health Counselor

Teresa Grant

I’m a Nationally Certified Licensed Professional Counselor, and Licensed K-6 Teacher endorsed
in school counseling and gifted/talented education. I have a passion for utilizing experiential
approaches to support children and families struggling with issues related to anxiety, depression,
trauma, and grief. I strive to build resiliency in my clients and guide them in their individual
journeys of healing while becoming critical, empathetic, and compassionate lifelong learners
who contribute positively to society.
After the enriching experience of teaching in diverse cultural & social economic settings, I
returned to school and acquired a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and
PATH certification as an Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning.
I’m a native of Colorado Springs’ “West Side.” It was here that my love of nature and horses
took root. As a child, I loved exploring my neighborhood and surrounding woods on horseback
with my friends. This “big backyard” awakened in me at an early age a sense of wonder and
discovery that I would later share with children in my role as a Young Environmental Stewards
instructor and Equine Assisted Psychotherapist. These experiences and countless others have
served as the foundation from which I continue to grow in my work with children, families, and
communities.
I’m excited to become a part of The Promise Ranch. A community that strives to enrich
community through connection and inclusion.

Supported Employment Coordinator

Jillian Diers

Physical Therapist

Corey Craig