Animal Assisted Therapy

Course overview

8 CEUs Instructor: Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes Objectives Define Animal Assisted Therapy Explore the research around animal assisted therapy Learn techniques associated with AAT Differentiate between animal assisted therapy and animal assisted activities AAT and Sexual Abuse AAT and Anger Management AAT and Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder AAT and Diagnosis AAT and Communication AAT and Mental Health AAT and Counselling Integration of Animals into Therapeutic Practice Common Counselling Approaches and AAT Populations Who May Benefit from AAT in Counselling Potential Benefits of AAT in Counselling Discuss how to ensure that the AAT program is part of a culturally responsive system of care Review some general cautions