About Us

Making Strides Therapy, LLC, was established in 2014 with the intention of helping people connect with animals and nature to support health and well-being.

Making Strides Therapy is owned and operated by Jill Beuch, MS, OTR/L. She has experience working as an Occupational Therapist in a variety of therapy settings including schools, outpatient clinics and hospitals. Jill holds a Masters degree in Occupational Therapy from Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She is licensed with the Minnesota Board of Occupational Therapy and registered with the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy. Jill holds a B.A. in General Business Management and Public Relations from the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, MN.

Jill has obtained continuing education from the American Hippotherapy Association in Level I Treatment Principles, and she has earned certification in providing Equine-Assisted Learning. With over 25 years of experience working with horses, Jill enjoys sharing this passion with clients on her family farm.