Animal Assisted Therapy in Halifax, Nova Scotia

Based in Upper Tantallon and serving Halifax and surrounding areas, we utilize the special nature and personality traits of different animals to support people of all ages and abilities improve their mental and physical health. From dogs and fish to rabbits and birds, our trained therapist and animals provide a unique and therapeutic experience.

What is Animal Assisted Therapy?

Animal assisted Therapy (AAT) is a therapy based on client’s work with the therapist and animals. This is a triangular interaction involving various therapeutic approaches and activities with animals to promote client’s goals in overcoming physical/ behavioural/ emotional challenges. Research has shown that AAT presents with a number of benefits, including:

Reducing Stress and Anxiety
Developing Emotional Regulation
Overcoming various Challenges, and Trauma Symptoms
Providing a sense of Purpose, Meaning and Self Esteem
Encouraging physical activity and mobility

AAT addresses and has a positive impact on behaviours and conditions like:

Anxiety
Emotional Support and Regulation
Aggression
Healthy Relationships, Communication
Trauma
Grief and Loss
Developmental Disorders
Behavioral Difficulties
Rehabilitation

Our Animals

We are lucky to have a diverse team of animals who help us provide therapy to our clients. Here are just a few of the animals you might meet during a session:

Dogs
Reptiles
Rabbits
Birds

Meet Our Team

Our team is passionate about woking with people and animals while supporting development, and enhancing growth and healing. They have a range of qualifications and experience, and are dedicated to providing the best care possible to clients and animals.

Services

We offer a variety of services, including:

Individual therapy sessions
Group therapy sessions
Workshops

Contact Us

Interested in learning more about our services? Scheduling a therapy session or a free consultation? We serve clients throughout Halifax, Bedford, Dartmouth, and the Halifax Regional Municipality. Please reach us by phone at (902) 229 7897 or by filling out the form below.