AAT Unleashed

Highlighting the Healing Power of Animal Companions

Discover the healing potential of animal-assisted therapy within the mental health field with AAT Unleashed. From therapy dog stories to evidence-based integration posts, our blog offers researched insight, inspiring stories, education, and resources to help you embrace the mind-body-animal connection.

A photo of Jessica Allen LCSW with her certified therapy dog Riley who is a small white fluffy dog wearing a pink collar. Animal-Assisted Therapy. Mental Health Therapy. PTSD. Trauma. Chronic Illness. ADHD, ASD, SPD, Depression, and Anxiety.
A photo of Jessica Allen LCSW with her certified therapy dog Riley who is a small white fluffy dog wearing a pink collar. Animal-Assisted Therapy. Mental Health Therapy. PTSD. Trauma. Chronic Illness. ADHD, ASD, SPD, Depression, and Anxiety.
Jessica Allen, LCSW, C-AAIS, AAT-I Jessica Allen, LCSW, C-AAIS, AAT-I

The Power of Paws: A Therapist’s Reflection

A personal reflection about the greatest teachers in my life and the influence they have had on my professional career. Each teacher provided me with more experience with the human-animal bond.

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Jessica Allen LCSW and her therapy dog in training Westley a 4 year old westie are looking at each other and holding a conversation.
Jessica Allen LCSW and her therapy dog in training Westley a 4 year old westie are looking at each other and holding a conversation.

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