Animals have a unique ability to signal non-verbally, reflecting our internal emotional states. By learning to interpret these signals, therapists can enhance their effectiveness and deepen their understanding of clients.

In today’s episode, Brenda dives into two compelling areas of therapy: the role of projections and non-verbal communication, and the evolving field of animal-assisted therapy. This dual focus provides valuable insights into how therapists can better understand and diagnose their patients.

Projections are a powerful dynamic in therapy, revealing the hidden emotions and thoughts that children might not even be aware they’re expressing. While much attention is given to positive projections, today, Brenda is shifting the focus to the negative ones.

Today, Brenda is focusing on positive projections and how they might show up when working with child clients. These projections are often disguised as compliments or statements that might seem insignificant at first glance but carry deeper meaning. They can be hard to spot because they blend in with everyday conversation.