Why Farm Animals?
At the Wish Fulfilling Tree we have several different farm animals who are part of our therapeutic team. We have learned over time that goats and sheep are excellent co-therapists for establishing authentic connection with sensitive souls because they’re sensitive souls themselves! For some of the individuals we work with, they have not had the experience of or it’s been unsafe to fully attach to another human. The goats and sheep support them in feeling truly seen and connecting from their hearts. This little herd also offers an excellent model for observing family, sibling, and peer dynamics.
What to Expect
Working with the goats and sheep is interwoven into each individuals therapy experience as needed. Sometimes, visiting the goats and sheep provides a stepping stone from the canine experience into the equine experience. Other times, a visit may provide them with a non-verbal sense of authentic connection and attachment. The goals for everyone we work with work with are uniquely developed to meet their individual needs and may include developing authentic connection and healthy attachment.
Therapy in the herd environment is offered at the Wish Fulfilling Tree in Sebastopol.
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Please contact us to discuss how therapy with farm animals can support you.