02/05/2026
This is Ollie, our therapy dog—and one of the calmest presences in the room.
Therapy animals and pets can play a meaningful role in supporting mental health by:
• 🧠 Helping calm the nervous system and reduce stress
• ❤️ Offering comfort without pressure or judgment
• 🌱 Creating a sense of safety and emotional grounding
• 🔁 Encouraging connection, routine, and presence
For many people, simply being near a gentle, steady animal like Ollie can make therapy feel a little less intimidating—and a little more human.
While therapy animals aren’t a replacement for mental health treatment, they can be a powerful complement to the healing process, especially for those navigating anxiety, depression, or emotional overwhelm.
✨ If animals help you feel more at ease, that matters.
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