Shiloh Martin, LPC-S, CCMHC

The more you know about alcoholism, the easier it will be for you to provide useful advice and support to others. Show compassion to those struggling with alcoholism. Confronting someone about their drinking habits will … [Read more...] about April is Alcohol Awareness Month

Part 5 of 5 The Fair Housing Act applies to both emotional support animals and service animals. It was signed into law in 1968 and protects people from discrimination during housing-related activities such as renting when … [Read more...] about What is the Fair Housing Act?

Part 4 or 5 The Americans with Disabilities Act became law in 1990 and prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities. This protection extends to all areas of public life, including employment, education, … [Read more...] about What is the Americans with Disabilities Act?

Part 3 of 5 According to Mayoclinic.com Pet therapy is a broad term that includes animal-assisted therapy and other animal-assisted activities. Animal-assisted therapy is a growing field that depending on the function of … [Read more...] about What is Pet Therapy?

Part 2 of 5: Last time we spoke about Emotional Support Animals (ESAs). If you missed it, you can read about it HERE. Today we will be examining Service Animals . Service Animals, unlike Emotional Support Animals, receive … [Read more...] about Psychiatric Service Animals