(HS Thornton 048795 2017) Animal-Assisted Interventions: Incorporating Animals in Therapeutic Goals & Treatment

Course overview

Neuroscience of the human-animal emotional bond Pairing AAT with other evidence-based therapies Interventions and treatment goals for: PTSD, anxiety and depression Attachment disorders, trauma and conduct disorder Telemental Health and ATT Are you in need of an effective intervention to help build rapport with your clients who otherwise take many sessions to trust you and feel safe before disclosing? Animals can bridge the trust gap and accelerate the therapeutic alliance. Join Christina Strayer, Ed.D, LPC, CCTP, AAT, DCC, and learn animal-assisted therapy activities and interventions that produce amazing results for your clients diagnosed with attachment disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, conduct disorder, ADHD and autism. You will receive specific examples of animal-assisted therapeutic goals and strategies to: Build social interaction, feelings of safety, security and trust Decrease hyperarousal, impulse control and dysregulation Empower self-efficacy and quality of life Promote motivation and goal setting Increase positive communication skills and empathy This seminar also includes the latest research outcomes, solid foundational knowledge about the human-animal emotional bond and up-to-date information about relevant laws. You will also discover very practical information and resources to help you implement your own animal-assisted interventions.