Animal-assisted therapy (AAT), also known as pet therapy, is a therapeutic approach that involves the use of trained animals to assist in the treatment and rehabilitation of individuals with various physical, emotional, cognitive, or social challenges. Therapy should always be conducted by licensed healthcare professionals, including therapists, counselors, or psychologists, who work alongside specially trained animals to achieve specific therapeutic goals.
At My Life Unleashed, we offer these services for the general public, as well as our service dog and other kinds of dog training clients.
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Due to highly customized nature of our services timing and pricing of programs varies depending on the needs of each client.
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The primary goals of animal-assisted therapy are to improve the overall well-being of individuals and promote positive physical, emotional, and psychological changes. Benefits can include reduced anxiety and stress, increased social interaction, improved communication and motor skills, enhanced emotional regulation, and increased motivation and engagement in therapy.
At My Life Unleashed we work with clients who seek the help of a a dog they own themselves or a therapy dog owned by the therapist. For our dog training clients, this can include using their service dog, emotional support animal, or therapy dog in-training.
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While dogs are the most commonly used animals in animal-assisted therapy, other animals like cats, horses, birds, rabbits, and even dolphins can also be employed depending on the therapeutic goals and the preferences of the individuals receiving therapy. Each type of animal can provide unique benefits and experiences.
My Life Unleashed specializes in using dogs and horses in animal-assisted therapy.
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Animals used in animal-assisted therapy undergo specialized training to ensure they are well-behaved, gentle, and adaptable to different therapeutic settings. They are also trained to respond positively to human interaction and provide comfort and support to individuals in a therapeutic context.
My Life Unleashed clients interact with animals trained by our mental health provider or animals being trained for the client’s mental health support.
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Animal-assisted therapy can take place in a variety of settings, including hospitals, rehabilitation centers, schools, nursing homes, mental health facilities, and private therapy practices. The choice of setting depends on the needs and goals of the individual receiving therapy.
My Life Unleashed clients usually meet with their therapist at one of our locations. Learn more about this in our specialties page.
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A licensed therapist leads animal-assisted therapy sessions, using the presence of the animal to facilitate therapeutic interventions. They create structured activities and exercises that encourage individuals to interact with the animal, promoting emotional expression and connection.
At My Life Unleashed clients have the option to receive mental health support by a licensed therapist that also specializes in animal training.
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Ethical considerations are essential in animal-assisted therapy, including standard HIPAA compliance that applies to therapy services as well as the well-being and welfare of the animals involved. Proper hygiene and infection control measures must be in place, and the animals should be well-cared for and regularly evaluated for their suitability in therapy settings.
At My Life Unleashed, our mental health provider is also a trained animal behaviorist and facilities are certified by government agencies (PACFA in Colorado). We take the safety and well-being being of our animals very seriously.
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Animal-assisted therapy can be particularly effective for individuals with a wide range of conditions, including autism, anxiety disorders, PTSD, and physical disabilities. It provides a unique and often enjoyable way for individuals to engage in therapy, fostering emotional connections and aiding in the achievement of therapeutic goals.
For our service dog clients, this provides a unique benefit when compared to other training programs. People with disabilities often require or can benefit from mental health support services. Receiving therapy or counseling services from the same person or business that trains your service dog can empower clients to unleash their best lives like no other program.
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