Matching Animal-Assisted Therapy Techniques and Intentions with Counseling Guiding Theories

Animal-assisted therapy (AAT) interventions are often used in mental health practice, yet there are few studies to assist mental health counselors in integrating AAT practice with theoretical foundations. The authors draw upon the literature on AAT intentions and techniques to illustrate how these p...

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Published in:Journal of Mental Health Counseling 2010-10, Vol.32 (4), p.354-374
Main Authors: Chandler, Cynthia K, Portrie-Bethke, Torey L, Minton, Casey A. Barrio, Fernando, Delini M, O'Callaghan, Dana M
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Animal-assisted therapy
Behavior
Behavior Problems
Counselor Client Relationship
Horses
Interpersonal Relationship
Juvenile Justice
Literature Reviews
Mental health counselors
Mental Health Workers
Practice
Psychiatric counselors
R&D
Research & development
Therapeutic Environment
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Summary:Animal-assisted therapy (AAT) interventions are often used in mental health practice, yet there are few studies to assist mental health counselors in integrating AAT practice with theoretical foundations. The authors draw upon the literature on AAT intentions and techniques to illustrate how these practices are consistent with a variety of theoretical orientations. Case illustrations are provided.
ISSN:1040-2861
2163-5749
DOI:10.17744/mehc.32.4.u72lt21740103538