How Animals Teach Us Attachment and Shape Our Behavior in Real Time

How can a silent interaction with an animal reshape our deepest emotional patterns? In this foundational episode of Strides To Solutions, Dr. Esther Adams unpacks the two psychological pillars that explain the profound power of animal-assisted therapy.

First, discover how animals teach us attachment. Learn how the nonjudgmental bond formed in therapy can create a "secure base," offering a corrective emotional experience that builds trust and safety.

Then, understand how animals shape our behavior in real time. Uncover the principles of learning theory at play, where the immediate and honest feedback from an animal provides a powerful opportunity to modify actions and build new, adaptive skills.

Tune in to learn the science behind this unique therapeutic connection and see exactly how a relationship with an animal can lead to lasting psychological change.