Molly Rose, Therapy Dog (In Loving Memory)
F1 Goldendoodle
Play Therapy Trained
It is with a heavy heart and great sadness to notify that Molly Rose passed away 7/26/2023. She had such a loving kindness about her, loved her clients and loved playing with all of her people. She will be missed and always in our hearts. Everyone she touched with her healing heart has experienced true love and unconditional acceptance.
Rest in Peace, my dear Molly Moo.
Molly Rose was Embark’s Resident Therapy Dog. She worked with Teresa Paterson, LPC, LCPC, RPT-S™ in all of our locations. Molly was a Registered F1 Goldendoodle female. She was hypoallergenic, meaning she does not cause problems for most individuals who suffer with allergies. Her breeder was a former school counselor, and partnered with Teresa to nurture her early stages of development with attachment and attunement in mind. Molly was a loving companion, and was keenly aware of when to relax and support her companions emotionally. She really enjoyed helping those who experienced anxiety, grief and depression. She loved her “red ball”, and loved to hug. Although, her hugs were not “human hugs”, they were hugs with her paws, where she appeared to be giving you a high-5! Molly helped “train” other therapy dogs in training, so that they learned waiting room etiquette, therapy room etiquette, and attachment.
Training & Background
Molly was a type of service dog, although Therapy Dog training is specific to meet the needs of multiple people in an intimate setting.
It is important that these dogs undergo basic obedience training to master commands, and learn how to manage excitability and annoying behaviors that could be harmful to others, such as jumping, barking, biting and excessive licking. However, all of these behaviors have a function, it is important that the the dog responds to the handler to maintain control and obedience during the therapy session.
Molly had completed her Good Canine Citizen training, and was a Registered Therapy Dog.
The ACA (American Counseling Association) endorses Animal Assisted Therapy
Why Choose a Therapy Dog?
Research has shown that animals in therapy can have significant outcomes. Animals who are properly trained can not only aid in the healing of physical issues, but also improve mental health. In our practice, we have two Registered Therapy Dogs, and one Therapy Dog in Training.
