Get Inspired with Dr. Barb
Get Inspired with Dr. Barb
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Welcome to my podcast, the kingdom of world-wide innovation in education that connects education and well being of children. Hear stories about educational innovation at all grade levels, from early childhood to high school from educators who are innovating in their teaching and making a difference for children. In addition, every episode includes a tip/strategy/activity you will be able to implement immediately in your own classroom! You will also hear about innovative educational initiatives. If you are a parent, please make sure to tune in as well. I will be honored if you join!
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The podcast centers around themes of educational innovation, mental health, and social-emotional learning for children, featuring episodes on topics such as supporting neurodivergent students, the role of therapy animals in education, and strategies for engaging parents in their children's learning. Specific episode examples include discussions on building authentic relationships in classrooms and implementing animal-assisted interventions for emotional support.
Welcome to my podcast, the kingdom of world-wide innovation in education that connects education and well being of children. Hear stories about educational innovation from educators who are innovating in their teaching to make a difference for children and from experts in other fields whose work substantially contributes to this innovation. In addition, every episode includes a tip/strategy/activity you will be able to implement immediately in your own classroom! You will also hear about innovative educational initiatives. If you are a parent, please make sure to tune in as well!
In this episode of ‘Get Inspired with Dr. Barb’, Barbara Vokatis interviews Teri Holamon, a pioneer in Animal Assisted Play Therapy. They discuss the profound impact of therapy animals in educational settings, particularly how they help children develop emotional and social skills. Teri shares heartwarming stories of her therapy dog, Gibbs, the transformative experiences of children who interacted with him, and some activities. The conversation also explores the differences between traditional therapy dogs and those included in play therapy, the role of horses in therapeutic settings, and the importance of professional development for educators and therapists in this field.
Takeaways:
-Animal Assisted Play Therapy is a growing field in education.
-Therapy animals can significantly impact children’s emotional development.
-Gibbs, Teri’s therapy dog, played a crucial role in many children’s lives.
-Empathy can be fostered in children through interactions with therapy animals.
-The presence of therapy animals can help reduce anxiety in children.
-Horses can also be used in therapeutic settings, offering unique benefits.
-Understanding animal behavior is essential for effective therapy.
-Professional development is crucial for those working with therapy animals.
-Children learn valuable social skills through play with therapy animals.
-The relationship between children and therapy animals can last a lifetime.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Animal Assisted Therapy in Education
04:10 The Impact of Therapy Animals on Children
12:06 Exploring the Role of Horses in Therapy
14:18 Understanding Animal Assisted Play Therapy
23:04 Agency and Choice in Animal Interactions
29:02 Training and Certification in Animal Assisted Therapy
35:47 Exploring Personal Growth and Development
Please connect with Teri and check the important websites:
Teri’s contact information: https://iiaapt.org/certified-professional/teri-holamon-lpc-s-rpt-s-caapt-s-chst-caebs/
Teri’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teriholamoncaapt/
Teri’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063716732869
School-Based AAPT Interest Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1471963423613348
International Institute for Animal Assisted Play Therapy website: https://iiaapt.org/
Certification in Animal Assisted Play Therapy: https://aaptcertboard.org
How to become a member of International Association for Animal Assisted Play Therapy: https://iaaapt.org
Gibbs’ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@gibbstheradoodletm1889
Resources for play therapy: https://www.a4pt.org/default.aspx
Please connect with the host, Dr. Barb, at https://barbaravokatis.com, follow the show, and share this episode to get the word out about what is possible in education. Thank you for being here!
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