Liberty Occupational Therapy

26/12/2025

Merry Christmas to all our clients, friends and team members! Hope you are having a lovely break!!! Team Liberty Occupational Therapy are busy recharging the batteries ❤️

16/06/2025

11/06/2025

Still going for walks with clients even with some winter weather! Miku in her Pomppa Dogwear rain coat!! Thank you Diva Pet for stocking these amazing coats!!

22/01/2025

Happy Birthday to Miku one of our beautiful therapy dogs ❤️

03/12/2024

Marleen has been involved with the City of Bunbury’s Co-Design Access Panel, looking at ways to make the city more accessible! A short video of what CoDAP has been up to!

14/08/2024

Working hard or hardly working? Therapy dog Miku ❤️

16/01/2024

Hope everyone is staying cool in this hot weather!!! Miku and Kuma are enjoying a few extra beach trips!!! Beautiful day on Saturday morning!

15/12/2023

We appreciate all the clients that we work with, but I think Miku will have a favourite when she didn’t get one but two balls for Christmas!! ❤️

01/11/2023

Miku happy about doing therapy sessions outside ❤️

23/10/2023

It is OT week this week ❤️ thank you to our (mine, Kuma and Miku) clients for allowing us into their life’s!

11/10/2023

Fine weather means decompressing beach walks with these two ❤️ an important part of ensuring they are fit and happy working dogs!

07/09/2023

September marks Therapy Dog Awareness Month, a special time to honour and celebrate these incredible canines and the invaluable support they offer to individuals living with disabilities.

Therapy dogs are more than just cute and cuddly companions; they serve as powerful sources of comfort, companionship, and emotional support. The impact they have on people's lives is nothing short of remarkable.

Let's Explore the Science Behind the Bond:

Numerous studies have scientifically proven the profound physical and mental health benefits of being around a therapy dog. Here are just a few of the positive effects:

Improved Sleep: Spending time with a therapy dog can lead to more restful and rejuvenating sleep, benefiting both physical and mental well-being.

Reduced Anxiety and Depression: Interactions with therapy dogs have been shown to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression. The simple act of petting a dog can release feel-good hormones, promoting emotional balance.

Enhanced Motivation and Mood: Therapy dogs have a unique ability to boost motivation and lift spirits. Their presence can inspire individuals to engage in activities and pursuits they might otherwise shy away from.

Community and Family Bonding: The love and joy therapy dogs bring extend beyond individual therapy sessions. They foster a sense of togetherness within families and communities, creating connections that can be truly transformative.