[Audio] BT12 Short Course 37 – The Power of Animal Metaphors and Animal-Assisted Therapy in Brief Psychotherapy – Dale Klein-Kennedy, MA, and Karen Wall, MA

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Summary

• Archive: Topic Areas:Animal Assisted Therapy | Psychotherapy | Short CourseCategory:Brief Therapy Conference | Brief Therapy Conference 2012Faculty:Dale Klein-Kennedy, LPCC | Karen WallDuration:1:07:50Format:Audio OnlyOriginal Program Date :Dec 09, 2012 Description Description: Animal metaphors are used as a part of our everyday vocabulary describing relationships, personal characteristics, etc. Metaphor in the presence of the work with the animal takes on a new and deeper meaning.

• This presentation will demonstrate the powerful use of animals and animal metaphors in brief psychotherapy.

• Through examples and discussion of the work, attendees will develop an understanding of ATT (animal-assisted therapy) and will participate in a live demonstration of AAT.

• Define “animal metaphor” as it applies to psychotherapy.

• List three reasons why the use of animals can shorten the number of sessions needed to achieve a positive therapeutic outcome.