Since its founding in 1997 by Linda Barron, Bit by Bit has proudly served as Northeast Oklahoma’s premier therapeutic riding program. What began in Claremore as a way to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with special needs through equine therapy has grown to a thriving program in Oologah, OK, serving nearly 100 riders. We offer therapeutic riding lessons to children and adults with special needs, and one thing has remained constant—our unwavering commitment to improving the lives of our riders. This mission is made possible by the dedication of over 150 volunteers, nearly two dozen horses, and the generous support of our sponsors and donors.
The “hoofprints” we leave behind represent the lasting impact of our work, symbolizing progress, guidance, and the transformative journey taken by each rider.
Our Staff
Kym Lipscomb Executive Director
Beginning as a registered therapeutic riding instructor with PATH Intl., Kym further trained through Natural Lifemanship as an Equine Specialist in Trauma-focused Equine Assisted Psychotherapy. She later pursued certification in EQUUSOMA (Horse-Human Trauma Recovery), emphasizing healing through partnership with horses. Additionally, she holds certification as an Equine Specialist through EAGALA (Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association), helping individuals find healing through their relationship with horses.
In her spare time, she studies whole health—mind, body, and spirit approaches with horses—to enhance the well-being of both humans and horses, recognizing the limitless gifts these equines offer on the journey of growth
McKenzie Oefelein CTRI Instructor Volunteer Coordinator
McKenzie began her career in therapeutic riding in 2013 as a PATH Intl Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor. While serving as the Lead Instructor, Volunteer Coordinator, and Red River AmeriCorps Member at Turning Point Therapeutic Riding in Stillwater, OK, she advanced her certification to PATH Intl Certified Mentor. Later invited to join the PATH Intl Region 8 Leadership Team, McKenzie served as one of the PATH Intl Ambassadors for Oklahoma.