Sometimes Healing Starts with Feeling Safe

The presence of a therapy animal can create comfort, reduce anxiety, and help clients open up in a supportive therapeutic setting.

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Animal-Assisted Therapy

Healing with the Help of Therapy Animals | Unique Approach to Mental Health

What is it?

Therapeutic sessions that incorporate specially trained therapy dogs to help clients relax, open up, and heal.

Who benefits from animal-assisted therapy?

Children who feel more comfortable with animals present
Individuals with trauma who struggle with trust
People with anxiety who find animals calming
Those dealing with depression who need motivation and joy
Clients with attachment issues or social difficulties
Anyone who loves animals and finds their presence healing

The science behind animal-assisted therapy

Interacting with therapy animals has been shown to:

Lower blood pressure and heart rate
Reduce cortisol (stress hormone) levels
Increase oxytocin (bonding hormone) production
Decrease feelings of loneliness and isolation
Improve mood and reduce anxiety
Facilitate emotional expression and vulnerability

How it works in sessions

Our certified therapy dogs attend sessions with their handler-therapists. Animals don't judge, they accept unconditionally, and they help create a calm, safe environment where healing happens naturally.

Activities may include:

Petting and cuddling for calming
Walking or playing with the animal
Reading to therapy dogs (great for kids with reading anxiety)
Discussing feelings while interacting with the animal
Using the animal as a bridge to discuss difficult topics

Conditions animal-assisted therapy helps

Anxiety and PTSD
Depression and grief
Attachment and trust issues
Social anxiety and autism spectrum
Behavioral challenges in children
Trauma recovery

Safety and cleanliness: All therapy animals are certified, vaccinated, and groomed. Clients with allergies are not recommended for animal-assisted sessions.

Certified by Tri-State Canine Response Team

In Person

Bradley

Bradley, a delightful Bichpoo, has recently reached an exciting milestone in his journey of spreading comfort and joy. In 2026, he was certified as a member of the Tri-State Crisis Response Team. In January 2023, he proudly passed his Therapy Dog Certification test through The Alliance of Therapy Dogs, marking an important achievement for both Bradley and his human team. With his calm demeanor and gentle heart, he has proven himself well-suited for the meaningful work of therapy service.

Now a certified therapy dog, Bradley brings his soothing presence into office settings, where he happily offers pets, cuddles, and quiet companionship to clients seeking a moment of comfort. Whether someone is feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or simply in need of a friendly face, Bradley is always ready to lend support in the most heartfelt way he knows how. His warm personality and intuitive nature make him a beloved source of calm and connection for everyone he meets.

When Bradley’s working day comes to an end, he fully embraces the joys of off-duty life. He delights in tasty treats, long cozy naps, and plenty of belly rubs, soaking up every bit of relaxation he can. These simple pleasures recharge him for his next opportunity to spread happiness, ensuring that Bradley is always ready to brighten someone’s day—both on and off the clock.