Quiz for Holding Space #10 - Animal Assisted Therapy

Only Questions 1 - 5 are marked

That animals are living beings and have the right to choices

Animals such as snakes and bears are probably inappropriate

That animals need to be properly medicated so they will be docile and well behaved

If an animal dies just replace it with a similar one, so no one will notice

Where an animal such as a dog, is trained to assist a person in everyday life

Goal directed intervention where an animal is incorporated as an integral part of the treatment process

Providing therapy and support to traumatised animals

Taking the dog for a walk every morning

Acceptance

Respect

Mastery

Process

Training over 2 years, monthly supervision and demonstrated competencies

A 4 year course and then 2 years of placement

A few online modules, and a short 2 day program

There is no certification process

How obedient and well behaved the animal is in therapy

The strengths the animal brings to therapy, and how likely this will lead to positive change

Respecting the needs of the animal and client, and the relationship between the therapist and animal