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ANIMAL ASSISTED THERAPY

Farm based, animal assisted therapy located in Kenly, North Carolina

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about
mandy

Headshot of woman

MANDY YELVERTON
LCMHC

Mandy Yelverton
LCMHC

about
kona

about nelly

about abby

KONA

NELLY

ABBY

Black horse

KONA

Mini brown horse

NELLY

Brown horse

ABBY

about
molly

about ethan

about sheep herd

Grey donkey

MOLLY

Mini brown doneky

ETHAN

White sheep and two black and white sheep

GOAT GOAT, JOY & HOPE

Molly

Ethan

Goat Goat, Joy
& Hope

BENEFITS OF ANIMAL ASSISTED THERAPY

At Anchor Family Therapy, our animal assisted therapy helps children feel safe, supported, and understood.

REDUCES STRESS & ANXIETY

Spending time with animals can help lower stress and promote calm.

BUILDS CONFIDENCE & SELF-ESTEEM

Positive interactions with animals help children feel capable and proud.

IMPROVES SOCIAL SKILLS

Animals help spark conversations and encourage positive social interaction.

SUPPORTS EMOTIONAL EXPRESSION

Animals provide a safe space for children to express feelings and build trust.

ENCOURAGES EMPATHY & KINDNESS

Caring for animals helps children develop compassion and understanding.

FARM PHOTOS

Winding road with fence and barn
Yellow lab
Field with trees
Two donkeys in a field
Black dog
Barn with door open
Horse being pet by woman
Inside barn with people
Inside barn with chairs, people, and animals

LET'S HEAL TOGETHER

Contact Anchor Family Therapy to learn more about our Animal Assisted Therapy services!

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