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Building on the philosophy that it is healthy and therapeutic for children to interact with nature, Green Chimneys provides a treatment setting in which all interactions with staff and the environment have a potentially therapeutic value. Our multi-faceted clinical services incorporate an integrated program of counseling, psychotherapy, and animal-assisted/nature-based activities.
We employ a trauma-informed approach to create and maintain an optimal environment for safety and recovery, and staff is fully trained to develop a strong understanding and working knowledge of behavior management protocol. The practice of a fair and therapeutic application of behavioral support interventions assures the delivery of a high quality service to our children and their families.
A school that partners children with animals for educational and therapeutic activities is an ideal home for Nutmeg, a Nubian goat donated by a family who kept her as a therapy animal for a child with special needs. Nutmeg arrived at Green Chimneys as an energetic one-year-old. Although she had lived solely with people, she immediately adapted to her new goat peers at the farm. At the same time, she presents a challenge to students: goats possess a strong will so taking a walk is not always a simple task.