Animal-assisted therapy is a unique approach that involves interacting with animals alongside a therapist to facilitate a distinctive exploration of your feelings and experiences. The presence of animals during therapy sessions can create a calming and comfortable environment, providing valuable insights to your therapist about your relationship-building skills and responses to various situations.
Animal-assisted therapy has demonstrated effectiveness in addressing a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, relationship problems, trauma, and eating disorders. The specific activities and interventions employed in each session will depend on your individual needs, the concerns you bring to therapy, and the type of animal involved. Therapy animals can include cats, dogs, chickens, guinea pigs, horses, pigs, as well as other animals such as fish or birds. Each animal brings its own unique qualities and interactions, contributing to the therapeutic experience.