About Whip’s Farm
Whip’s Farm is a private historic 200-acre agricultural property that has been tied to family for generations. The farm is named after Sherman “Whip” Withington whose grandfather, Sherman L. Whipple purchased the surrounding acreage from Eban Jordan of Jordan Marsh in 1910.
The farm has been thoughtfully restored and lovingly stewarded for decades by Nathan Withington, Whip’s brother. Guided by a deep respect for the land and its history, Nathan has dedicated his life’s work to preserving the farm as authentically as possible while ensuring its continued vitality. His enduring commitment to keeping the land in agriculture reflects a long‑standing dedication to sustainability.
The property features stalls for 12 horses, indoor and outdoor working areas, and expansive open pastures used for both grazing and hay production. Together, these elements create a functional and thriving agricultural environment rooted in care, purpose, and respect for the farm’s origins.
Who We Are
Each of our three equine practitioners is certified through the HERD Institute and brings a unique professional background to their work, united by a shared passion for connection with the horse. Meg, Jen, and Sarah are lifelong equine professionals with years of hands‑on experience across diverse disciplines.
While each practitioner works independently within her area of expertise, they intentionally collaborate on select workshops, retreats, and professional development opportunities. This integrated approach allows participants to benefit from both individual specialization and the collective depth of knowledge, offering meaningful, well‑rounded experiential learning experiences.
Meet the Founder
Meghan Knight
MS, LMHC
I am a licensed mental health clinician specializing in relational, trauma‑informed care for adolescents and adults. As a fourth‑generation steward of Whip’s Farm, my work is deeply informed by a lifelong connection to the land and to horses. My training and specializations include complex trauma, ADHD, and Internal Family Systems (IFS), with additional certifications in Somatic Therapy and other parts‑based approaches. I am currently completing certification in Equine‑Facilitated Psychotherapy through the HERD Institute.
My approach is integrative and evidence‑based, supporting clients in developing greater self‑awareness, curiosity, and self‑compassion as they explore relational patterns and inner experiences. Mind‑body integration and nervous system regulation are central to the work, fostering meaningful and lasting change.
At Whip’s Farm Wellness, clinical expertise is thoughtfully combined with experiential, relational healing through Equine‑Facilitated Psychotherapy. This unique therapeutic environment offers space for connection, insight, and growth to unfold in an embodied and grounded way.
Our Practitioners
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Jennifer Jensen
EFL Practitioner, Mindfulness / Yoga Teacher
Jennifer is a certified Equine Facilitated Learning Practitioner through The HERD Institute, offering mindfulness-based and equine experiences at Whips Farm Wellness. Her work invites a return to presence through connection with self, the horses, and the quiet rhythms of nature.
Raised on a fourth-generation farm in the heartland of Michigan, Jennifer grew up in close relationship with horses and farm life, an early foundation that continues to shape her work today. She began her career in massage and bodywork in 1998, later received her yoga certification in 2013, and has since expanded her education through mindfulness and birth doula trainings.
Jennifer is also co-founder of Be Well Studios in Scituate Harbor, where she offers yoga, mindfulness, and birth support programs. Her approach is gentle and grounded, rooted in the belief that healing begins with connection to breath, to body, and to the quiet wisdom within and around us.
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Sarah Prario
EFL Practitioner, Yoga Teacher
A certified yoga teacher and equine‑facilitated learning practitioner, Sarah is passionate about helping individuals and groups cultivate self‑awareness, confidence, and authentic connection—both on and off the mat, and in partnership with horses. Her work is grounded, relational, and experiential, informed by the intuitive feedback of horses, mindful movement, and the practical insight gained through years of entrepreneurship and horsemanship.
Her business background supports a structured, intentional approach to personal and professional development, while her equine work offers a powerful mirror for communication, emotional intelligence, and leadership. Whether guiding a yoga class, facilitating equine learning experiences, or mentoring others, Sarah creates environments that are safe, purposeful, and deeply transformative.
She is committed to lifelong learning, embodied presence, and fostering meaningful connection—helping others reconnect with their inner wisdom through experiential and nature‑based practices.
Farm Manager
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Heidi Cooley
Heidi’s lifelong passion for horses began in childhood and came full circle when she returned to riding as a mother seeking a career that fit her daughter’s school schedule—nearly three decades ago.
A Massachusetts‑licensed riding instructor for over 25 years, Heidi specializes in teaching beginner children and adult amateurs, particularly those returning to horses after a break or rebuilding confidence after setbacks. This work has become her true calling.
Heidi is honored to serve as Barn Manager at Whip’s Farm, where horses are cared for in a way that honors their natural needs—living in herds and thriving on pasture. Managing Whip’s Farm’s horse and hay operations has given her the rare opportunity to observe equine behavior daily, deepening her understanding of the horse both as an athlete and as a social being. Heidi firmly believes in the timeless truth that “the outside of a horse is good for the inside of a human.”
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