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Zootherapy in Sainte-Therese
(children, teens & adults) — Individual and group sessions
At Clinique Rayons et Réadapt, zootherapy (animal-assisted intervention) helps children build social skills, communication, and emotional well-being through structured activities with animals.
Serving Sainte-Therese and nearby areas (Blainville, Rosemère, Boisbriand, Mirabel, Saint-Eustache, Terrebonne, Laval, Montreal). Sessions are offered in-clinic (and when available: daycare/school settings).
2-minute request — we’ll contact you within 24–48 business hours.
What is zootherapy?
Zootherapy uses a child’s interaction with an animal (dog, cat, rabbit, furret etc.) to support specific goals: communication, confidence, engagement, motivation, emotional regulation, and social skills. Sessions are structured, safe, and adapted to the child’s age and needs.
Who is it for?
Zootherapy may be a great fit for children who experience:
Anxiety, shyness, low confidence
Social skills challenges (turn-taking, conversation, flexibility)
Emotional regulation difficulties (frustration, transitions)
Communication challenges (requesting, functional language)
Low motivation or difficulty engaging in therapy
✅ Not sure? We’ll guide you during a short call to confirm fit.
What we work on
Depending on the child’s needs, we focus on:
Emotional regulation (calming strategies, frustration tolerance)
Social skills (turn-taking, cooperation, group rules)
Communication (requests, comments, questions, interaction)
Joint attention and engagement
Confidence and motivation
Following directions and routines
Individual vs group sessions (schedule + pricing)
Individual sessions (50 minutes)
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Duration: 50 minutes
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Price: $90
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Best for: highly individualized goals, children who benefit from 1:1 support
Group sessions (1h30) — 2 to 4 children
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Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
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Group size: 2–4 children, similar age and needs
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Price: $65 per child
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Schedule: weekdays (starting at 6pm) or weekends
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Best for: social skills, turn-taking, cooperation, confidence
Groups are carefully matched to support positive interactions and emotional safety.
Zoo Reading
What is it?
Zoo Reading is a program where a child reads (or practices reading) with an animal present. The animal provides a calm, non-judgmental “audience,” helping reduce stress and increase motivation.
Who is it for?
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Children who avoid reading or lack confidence
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Children with performance anxiety
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Motivation/attention challenges
What it supports
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Motivation and enjoyment of reading
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Confidence and comfort
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Fluency and persistence
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Positive reading routines
Simple Steps to Lasting Results
Contact us
Send a request — we respond within 24–48 business hours.
Matching
We clarify goals (anxiety, social skills, communication, zoo reading) and recommend the right format (individual or group).
Start sessions
We track goals and adjust over time as progress builds.