I got in touch with Abi in a moment of real desperation about my 12 year old’s extreme fear of dogs. Things had been getting steadily worse and we’d reached the point where Jack was reluctant to leave the house and hadn’t been properly to the park for about eighteen months. His fear was impacting on the whole family and causing lots of distress. Abi was wonderful, hugely reassuring and realistic about what might be achieved.

 

Jack enjoyed the Zoom sessions and found the ‘homework’ challenges and rewards very motivating. Abi has a great manner and is experienced at working with children, especially those with neurodivergent needs, which coupled with her knowledge about dogs makes for a great combination.

 

When it came to meeting Abi’s dogs in person, Jack was worried beforehand, but Abi’s sensitive and calm approach meant that he was able to progress at his own pace. By the last session, he was able to play ball with Willow off the lead, pet and walk her on his own and even managed to stay calm when an unknown dog approached us. This would have been inconceivable a couple of months ago!

 

I can’t thank Abi and her three lovely dogs enough for giving Jack the knowledge and the confidence to confront his fears.