Animal-Assisted Therapy
for Youth and Adults
"Spending time in nature and with animals provides endless opportunities to develop confidence, empathy, and the ability to understand how our behavior impacts others. In relationships with animals, we learn to connect without the challenges of language, setting the stage for profound growth and learning experiences"
~Heather
Now offering services in TWO locations!
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Woodstock, VA
Timberville, VA
Our Values
Connection & Relationship
Connection and relationship are essential prerequisites for improving skills and personal growth – we learn and grow best with others and within a community of individuals we feel ‘simpatico’ with.
Experiential Learning
Learning by doing (engaging both our minds and bodies) is a powerful way to enhance well-being
and create transformation.
Trust & Respect
All individuals (animal and human) are worthy of respect, love and understanding; at The Simpatico Center, we provide trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming services
that acknowledge the inherent value and worth of others
Woodstock, Virginia
Conveniently located near downtown Woodstock, Virginia, this location offers opportunities to connect with a variety of wild and domestic animals, and to spend within the comfort of Heather's rustic bell tent and office! You will have opportunities to connect with our equine partners, Bob and Barrel, as well as Duke the therapy dog, and other farm animals.
