I recently had a couple come out to my Divide location for a session. As I greeted them in the waiting room, it became clear to me that they were both having a rough morning. It was their first time here at the farm, so I brought them outside and into the corral to greet Sonnet, who was eager to meet her new guests.
As they said hello, I shared “I have a task for you.”
Seeking help isn’t always easy. That’s why one local therapist enlists the support of trained animals.
Have you been struggling lately? Are you experiencing a loss of enjoyment or motivation? Even if you don’t think your needs justify therapy, it can probably help. Like a lot of people, you may be thinking “Therapy is for crazy people, and I’m not crazy!” There’s a widespread stigma that often convinces us to not seek out mental health support when we need it. However, speaking with a professional during a difficult time or after a significant life change can have a very positive effect on your well-being and the time it takes to heal. In fact, most people will benefit from visiting a counselor at least some point in their lives.
There is a widespread stigma associated with suicide and as a result, many people are afraid to speak about it. Talking about suicide not only reduces the stigma, but also allows individuals to seek help, rethink their opinions and share their story with others. We all need to talk more about suicide in order to reduce its tragic implications.
As a Licensed Social Worker with a background in Animal Behavior, Lisa L. Lima brings forth a unique style of helping her clients overcome a variety of life’s challenges. My Life Unleashed is a mental health practice built on the principles of client strength and compassion. Lisa L. Lima, the founder of My Life Unleashed, utilizes traditional psychotherapy modalities, along with the incredible benefits of animal-assisted play. In the world of Animal-Assisted Therapy, animals often serve as a calming presence by allowing clients to safely navigate and work through their difficulties. By bringing animal-assistance a step further, Lisa employs her background to involve the components of animal training and emotional support toward building impressionable change in her clients’ lives.
