Monique Verhoef, RTC
The Magic of Animal-Assisted Therapy
Pets can make your nervous system release the ‘feel good’ brain chemicals, known as endorphins. Tests has shown that when we interact...
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Monique Verhoef, RTC
Jan 2, 20201 min read
Why is losing a pet so difficult?
Today many view our pets as family members. And for some it is the only member they have. Petlovers often experience the unconditional...
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Monique Verhoef, RTC
Sep 13, 20191 min read
Cultural Competent Therapy
Here is an interesting article about cultural counselling; immigration, stigma, racism and the need for cultural competent therapy....
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Monique Verhoef, RTC
Aug 11, 20193 min read
Trust: Human and Dog
Trust: Humand belief in honesty, kindness or consideration one has in another. Is trust any different for dogs?
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Monique Verhoef, RTC
Jun 16, 20193 min read
You have lost your pet…and it hurts!
Losing a beloved pet is often an emotional and overwhelming experience. For some it can be the hardest thing to go through.
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Monique Verhoef, RTC
May 14, 20193 min read
Guilt
Guilt is an emotion that warns us that we did something wrong. Most people have learned this social development during their childhood.
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Monique Verhoef, RTC
Feb 9, 20193 min read
OMEGA 3: A SOULMATE?
We often hear that Omega 3 fatty acid is important to our health. But why? Omega 3 fatty acid is not only an important component for our...
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Monique Verhoef, RTC
Feb 7, 20191 min read
CAN DOGS ALSO SUFFER FROM MENTAL ILLNESS ?
Depression and anxiety are not only present in humans. Symptoms of depression are quite similar that from humans and may include odd...
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Monique Verhoef, RTC
Jan 20, 20192 min read
ARE YOU READY TO ADOPT A DOG?
Adopting a dog can, and should be, one of the most wonderful events in your life. It is proven that having a dog can help improve your...
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