“Animals don’t speak with words, but they touch the heart in a way no language can.”
Animal-Assisted Elements
My two dogs Lotte and Luna accompany not only my everyday life but also my therapeutic work. Lotte is already a fully trained therapy companion dog and Luna is still in training (Austrian Professional Association of Dog Trainers and Behaviour Consultants, ÖBdH).
What dogs can do
In our practical work I have seen time and again how sensitively dogs respond to moods and how supportive their calm, non-judgemental presence can be. Especially in difficult moments they can offer something to hold on to – often in a way that words cannot.
Sometimes they give us something we didn’t even know we needed: a sense of safety, a smile, an anchor in the here and now.
What it can look like
If you are interested, I offer psychotherapy outdoors in quieter places, where one of the two dogs can join us.
Walking therapy
Psychotherapy on the move – out in nature together, with a dog at our side.
A quiet session in the park
A session outdoors, where the dog is simply there and supports us with its calm presence.
Active involvement
For people who would like to work specifically on cognitive or motor skills, and for children who benefit from a playful approach, Lotte can be actively involved in a structured way.