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Loki

Therapy Dog

About

Loki is a 5-year-old Border Collie who has currently completed Level 1 Therapy Dog Training.

Loki works with his mum, Validity Counsellor, Teresa DeReis (see bio above). Although Loki is still in training, he is a natural. He loves people and is a sensitive, intuitive, and gentle boy.

Loki helps young clients feel safe and connected within the counselling space, helping to foster trust, relieve stress, and build confidence.

Areas of Focus

Mental Health & Emotions

  • Fostering a sense of safety and trust

  • Reducing anxiety

  • Reducing stress

  • Fostering emotion regulation

  • Enhancing motivation & engagement in counselling

  • Grounding clients in the present moment

Relationships

  • Fostering and enhancing connection with others

Identity & Personal Growth

  • N/A

Other

  • N/A

Approach to Counselling

  • Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT)

  • Play Therapy (PT)

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