Hey There
My name is Samantha Matatall, and I am super excited to be sharing my passion for equine health and wellness with you! Gold Standard Therapies is named after my retired racehorse "Tresor d'Or" which translates to Gold Treasure in French. Dior has been my rock in a big pivot I took in my life so it was only fitting to name my next chapter after him.
All About Me
Helping horses has always been a core part of my identity. With years of experience—from riding instruction to volunteering at colt breaking competitions and even testing for my small bronze medal Germany—I am dedicated to continuous learning and growth in this incredible field.
I started my journey into the industry going to the University of Findlay, I spent those 4 years immersing myself into any and all aspects of the industry. I rode on the IHSA team, volunteered with the USHJA's Emerging Athletes program and even studied and went abroad to test for my small bronze medal in Germany. It was at Findlay that I was able to take a class with Connie Bultimier that pivoted my area of interest to where I am today. I received my CESMT Certificate in 2018 and started small, working on university horses and even had a few clients once graduated that I did when I wasn't working my full time job.
By having this background in equine massage I was able to get a better understanding of what a horse needs in order to thrive. Through my classes and extended education I have found that equine massage and PEMF have benefits to horses on a cellular level and have many of benefits but its not a fix all. My approach looks at your horse as a whole; saddle fit, conformation, diet and exercise schedule. All these things can have different effects on horses and more often than not, the solutions are very simple. From that point forward I was constantly speaking up for the horses, continuously looking at the bigger picture and most importantly being an advocate for the horses.
I’m excited to have the opportunity to support you and your equine athletes in achieving their best performance. Together, we can enhance their well-being and athletic potential. Let's embark on this journey to optimal health and success!
