Title

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

Authors

Chandler, Cynthia K.; Portrie-Bethke, Torey L.; Barrio Minton, Casey A.; Fernando, Delini M.; O'Callaghan, Dana M.

Abstract

Animal-assisted therapy (AAT) interventions are often used in mental health practice, yet there are few studies to assist menial health counselors in integrating AATpractice 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.

Subjects

MENTAL health counselors; COUNSELING; BEHAVIOR disorders in adolescence; INTERPERSONAL relations; MENTAL health; THERAPEUTICS

Publication

Journal of Mental Health Counseling, 2010, Vol 32, Issue 4, p354

ISSN

1040-2861

Publication type

Academic Journal

DOI

10.17744/mehc.32.4.u72lt21740103538