Animal Assisted Therapy in Nature
Humans are inherently drawn to nature, and this connection nurtures our physiological well being. Dogs are playful, accepting, empathetic, and built for comfort in the therapy setting.
Backed by research, animal assisted therapy can help develop insight, increase relational skills, boost empowerment and process emotions and other skills.
Think of each session as a chance to slow down, connect, and explore what’s getting in your way—with a little help from a four-legged companion. Together, we create space for honest conversations, meaningful connection, and new ways of navigating life. Whether you’re working through stress, building confidence, or looking for more moments of joy, you’ll have a supportive team beside you every step of the way.
Meet Jacqueline Van Starkenburg a registered psychologist in Alberta, Canada and operating out of Calgary, AB. She works as a team with Gus to facilitate animal assisted therapy for children, teens, and adults. She is trained in a variety of modalities that can be incorporated into animal assisted therapy
Meet Gus the giant pup! He is a Leonberger and has completed level 2 of dog therapy training
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