About Sookie The Therapy Dog

Sookie is a 3-year-old Great Pyrenees mix, a certified animal-assisted therapy dog & resident co-therapist. She is calm, gentle & lovse meeting new people who will give her belly rubs.

Research shows that Animal-Assisted therapy has been shown to reduce anxiety, depression & symptoms of PTSD. The human-animal bond has the potential to create secure attachment patterns, resulting in a decrease in cortisol levels, an increase in oxytocin & promoting emotional regulation.

Sookie often joins for in-person therapy appointments to offer comfort, grounding, and a calming presence. She is also very good at giving you your space during the session if that’s what you would prefer.