We are an eclectic group of humans and animals (horses, goats, cats, chickens, cows and our certified therapy dog, Bruno) who work together to restore joy and balance to your physical and emotional self. It certainly beats therapy in an office with four walls!
- Founders Kathy & Mike Hulley
What is AAT?
Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT) is the planned inclusion of an animal in a client’s counseling treatment plan. Animals non-judgmental affection can contribute to the development of trust, self-esteem, ego strength, confidence and attachment to people. They improve our mood, take our mind off of our troubles for a little while, stimulate conversation, and reduce anxiety, agitation and sadness. And guarantee putting a smile on your face!
Partner’s Perspective
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Meet Kathy Hulley, MA, LPC
Kathy is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been in the field for 20+ years. She jokes that she practiced on her family and friends long before receiving her degree! Kathy is passionate about horses and teenagers. She loves combining the energy of both in the therapeutic setting. She and Bruno are members of the Professional Therapy Dogs of Colorado Association. Kathy has volunteered with the National Sports Center for the Disabled Therapeutic Riding and Ski Programs, a variety of school intervention programs and has spoken on the topic of bullyproofing your school. When not working, Kathy enjoys horseback riding, spending time with her husband of almost 40 years, and children and grandchildren. She loves to be outdoors, soaking up the Colorado sunshine and bluebird skies - in any way she can.
Meet Mike Hulley
Mike is now retired from professional life and is currently a Nationally certified EMT, serves on various public and private company boards, and does a bit of consulting work. Previously Mike had a 40 year career in aviation and was a senior executive at IBM, EDS and Airbus. He is a Halftime Fellow and a DEC Fellow in Artificial Intelligence. He has been a past church elder, scout leader, and a volunteer ski instructor with the National Sports Center for the Disabled at Winter Park. Mike is now happily using his operational skills as chief mucker and groundskeeper for the Mane Mission.
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Meet Jenna Kapp, LCSW
Jenna is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). She has a clinical background working with kids and families. Jenna began her career working as a summer camp counselor with at-risk youth, which led her to pursue a career in social work. She is passionate about providing a safe space for children to express their feelings, learn how to self-regulate and develop positive coping skills to support them in the future. She is also a firm believer in everyone having a choice and voice in their therapy. Jenna’s main areas of expertise are in children and youth, cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, anxiety, depression, and ADHD. Originally, Jenna is from the Midwest, but she has always loved the mountains which led her to move here roughly 5 years ago. Jenna loves cooking, baking, reading, hiking and spending time with her husband, dog and friends.