What is alpaca-assisted therapy?
Alpaca-Assisted Therapy (AAT) integrates the calming presence of alpacas into structured, goal-driven therapy sessions led by qualified therapists. As a specialised branch of ecotherapy, AAT utilises the great outdoors as an integral component of the therapeutic journey. The objectives of AAT span a diverse range—from physical and emotional to educational and psychological goals—augmenting the benefits of conventional therapy. Interaction with our alpacas fosters trust, elevates mood, bolsters self-worth, mitigates loneliness, and cultivates essential life skills. This unique interplay facilitates easier emotional expression and reflection, thereby accelerating the healing and growth process.
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Key BenefitsBuilding Trust - Interacting with our alpacas helps young people improve their ability to connect with others.
Lifting Mood - Positive time spent with the alpacas elevates mood and boosts self-worth, particularly for those facing mental health issues. Gaining Skills - Tasks like grooming and feeding the alpacas teach new skills and improve self-confidence. Enhancing Focus & Attention - Engaging in activities with alpacas can help to improve concentration levels, especially beneficial for those with attention-related challenges. Stress Relief - The calming influence of the alpacas serves as an effective stress-reliever, aiding in emotional regulation and mental well-being. Encouraging Teamwork - Activities that require collaboration foster teamwork and communication skills, contributing to both personal and social development.
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WHAT WE OFFER
We offer tailor-made alternative provision at schools, engaging home education group sessions, and focused 1-2-1 support, all centred around alpaca-assisted therapy and cognitive behavioural techniques to nurture emotional well-being and self-worth. Our hands-on approach with the alpacas and nature-based activities allow us to offer:
We offer tailor-made alternative provision at schools, engaging home education group sessions, and focused 1-2-1 support, all centred around alpaca-assisted therapy and cognitive behavioural techniques to nurture emotional well-being and self-worth. Our hands-on approach with the alpacas and nature-based activities allow us to offer:
Our team
Meet the Crea Pax Crew: The Passionate and Caring Team Behind Our Vision
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Martha BacheLead CounsellorSay hello to Martha, our warm and approachable lead counsellor. Martha proudly holds a BSc (Hons) in Addictions Counselling and has further enriched her skill set with diplomas in both Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Animal-Assisted Therapy. Her gift lies in her ability to connect with everyone—two-legged or four, especially when it comes to alpacas. She often teams up with other professionals to keep evolving her programmes, making sure they're as effective as they are compassionate. Particularly successful are her animal intervention workshops, designed to help those who find traditional therapies a challenge.
When she’s not transforming lives, Martha is a doting mum with a love for the great outdoors and an enthusiasm for cricket and gymnastics. If you think an assessment with Martha could benefit you, don't hesitate to get in touch. |