21/03/2025
🐶💙 Meet Maxie – Our Therapy Dog Extraordinaire! 💙🐶
Say hello to Maxie, our gentle and loving therapy dog who supports kids with emotional dysregulation, sensory challenges, and mental health needs. As part of our Occupational Therapy services, Maxie provides a calming presence, emotional security, and sensory regulation to help children feel safe, engaged, and supported in their therapy journey.
✨ How Therapy Dogs Like Maxie Help:
✅ Emotional Regulation – Reduces stress, anxiety & meltdowns by offering deep pressure comfort and unconditional companionship.
✅ Sensory Processing Support – Provides tactile input through petting, brushing, and cuddling, helping kids with sensory integration.
✅ Building Confidence & Social Skills – Encourages eye contact, communication, and interaction in a judgment-free environment.
✅ Enhancing Physical Health – Walking, throwing a ball, or engaging in guided activities with Maxie improves coordination & mobility.
✅ Creating a Safe & Trusting Space – Kids who struggle with trauma, PTSD, Autism, or ADHD feel secure when working alongside Maxie.
🐾 Maxie’s gentle nature and ability to connect with children make therapy sessions fun, meaningful, and effective! Whether it’s helping regulate emotions, offering sensory comfort, or simply providing a warm, furry friend, he’s here to support, empower, and uplift!
💬 Has your child ever experienced the magic of a therapy dog? Share your thoughts below! ⬇️
