Hope on the Farm was founded by Amanda Bradley, a lifelong horse lover whose first horse, Midnight, offered her comfort, grounding, and peace during her teenage years. With the support of her husband, Jamie, she has created a safe and welcoming place for individuals of all ages and abilities. 

Amanda and Jamie are the parents of twelve children, including seven who are learning to overcome the effects of neglect and abuse experienced before joining their family. Together, they have witnessed the profound impact that interactions with horses and other animals can have on building trust, confidence, and personal growth.

Amanda’s personal journey has been shaped by overcoming past trauma, including the challenges of growing up with a father who struggled with addiction. Despite his struggles, he instilled in her a deep love for horses, nature, and animals—connections that have played a meaningful role in her healing, resilience, and continued growth.

Amanda earned her bachelor’s degree in English with a focus on education from Emory & Henry College and spent several years teaching in the public school system. Through her experience in education, she became deeply aware of the significant needs within her community. She later completed coursework in Communication Sciences and Disorders and for several years served as a certified speech-language pathology assistant in both clinic and school settings. Amanda enjoys supporting children of all ages with diverse abilities and is committed to helping them reach their full potential.

She is currently obtaining a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Emory & Henry University and is set to graduate in August 2026. Through her counseling internships, she has gained experience in substance use counseling, equine-assisted psychotherapy, and the use of modified counseling modalities with individuals with intellectual disabilities.

Her future goal is providing equine-assisted psychotherapy and nature-based therapeutic experiences at her farm. She is currently training to become an Arenas for Change (ARCH) Certified Equine Assisted Professional, driven by her desire to integrate narrative therapy into her clinical work while partnering with equines and exploring nature in a way that honors both ethical standards and the therapeutic relationship. Her goal is to help clients explore their stories, strengthen personal agency, and experience meaningful connection through thoughtfully facilitated interactions with horses and nature.

Beyond her professional work, Amanda is actively involved in an addiction ministry that serves female inmates. Her mission is to let the love of Christ shine through her as she serves others. She finds purpose and humility in walking alongside those who need hope the most. As an intern counselor and future Resident in Counseling, Amanda is committed to respecting each client's autonomy and honoring their unique values, beliefs, and lived experiences through a person-centered approach.

She strives to create a safe, compassionate, and collaborative therapeutic environment where clients feel heard, valued, and empowered in their own healing journeys. Amanda incorporates evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Narrative Therapy, to support clients in understanding patterns of thinking and behavior, developing effective coping skills, strengthening emotional regulation, and recognizing their personal strengths. Through Narrative Therapy, she helps clients separate themselves from their problems and begin rewriting the stories they hold about themselves. Through CBT and DBT interventions, Amanda supports clients in building awareness, increasing resilience, and developing practical skills to navigate life’s challenges. She believes clients are more than their struggles and is honored to walk alongside them as they discover hope, resilience, and the possibility of meaningful change.

“Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.” — Matthew 5:16