Mis animales de terapia: cinco historias sanadoras is the book by Ana Güimil Parra, animal-assisted therapy practitioner and co-founder of the Associació Catalana de Zooterapia. Through five stories, she shares experiences from her professional work and the bond between people and animals.
A career dedicated to people and animals
Ana trained at the Institut Français de Zoothérapie and continued her education with a master’s degree in Clinical Veterinary Ethology at the UAB. Her work includes interventions with people with intellectual disabilities, older people and other groups, as well as professional training.
Five stories about animal-assisted therapy
The book introduces readers to experiences of working with animals, with empathy, trust and respect as recurring themes. It offers an opportunity to discover the author’s perspective on her work and the animals that have accompanied her.
Where to find the book
The original book is published in Spanish. You can check its availability on Amazon or contact Zooterapias for further information.