Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences
Distinguished Lecturer, MSASS Alumni Reunion
Healing Companions
Ordinary Dogs Transforming Lives
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Healing Companions, Inc. is proud to say that over the months and years since 2001 we have attended and presented at hundreds of events, small and large, in an effort to educate the public about the possibilities of Psychiatric Service Dogs in treating people with mental illness. Feel free to browse some of our previous events. If you do not see an upcoming event here, that does not mean we are not working on our next one!
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Check out these photos of our visit to Westlake Porter Public Library.
Talks/Presentations
Fair Housing and Zoning Law
2010 Zoning Workshop SeriesMedina County University Center, Lafayette Township. Room 309 - 6300 Technology Lane (off Lake Road) Medina, OH 44256 ph 330.721.2210 fax 330.721.2235 infomcuc@uakron.edu
Psychiatric Service Dogs: Giving Comfort, Courage to Heal
In the way guide dogs help the blind, psychiatric service dogs help people with emotional and psychological disorders navigate through life. Participants will learn to define acronyms and terms used with service, therapy and assistance dogs. Discussion and conditions that determine patient qualifications, legal and psychiatric for PSD and how it applies for someone being […]
Healing Companions with Jane Miller
Join us for a free, informative program based on the book, "Healing Companions: Ordinary Dogs and Their Extraordinary Power to Transform Lives" written by Jane Miller, the leading expert in an emerging new field of therapy. "Healing Companions" is the first book to explain how dogs can benefit victims of emotional illnesses, from eating disorders […]
Presentation at Kendal@Oberlin
Jane will present a program on psychiatric service dogs and their extraordinary power to transform lives. With her will be Tracy, a contributor to the book, and Kirstin, a veteran, as well as their respective dogs. Everyone is welcome. Those wishing to have an autographed copy should buy the book in advance at Mindfair or […]
Mariel Hemingway Keynote Speaker for Healing Companions, Inc. Fundraiser
Ritz Carlton Tower City, Cleveland, OH, United StatesMore information »Mariel Hemingway Keynote Speaker for Healing Companions, Inc. Fundraiser We are honored to announce that Hemingway will be the keynote speaker at a fundraiser for Healing Companions, Inc. on April 8, 2013 at 5:00 pm at the Riverview Room, Ritz Carlton,Tower City, Cleveland, Ohio. Come hear her clients’ stories of how their shelter/rescue […]
Jane Miller, LISW, CDBC Spoke at the Mental Health America Conference 2013
Healing Companions: How Dogs Transform the Lives of People with Mental Illness. Speakers: Jane Miller, President, Healing Companions; and Tracy Corso, Consumer and Psychiatric Service Dog Owner
University of Toledo Training
Animal-Assisted Therapy in Social Work Practice: an Overview
University of Toledo Training
Psychiatric Service Dogs and Emotional Support Pets in SocialWork Practice
Fundraiser April 3rd tickets are selling fast. Join us for a concert with Richard Shindell hosted by Healing Companions
An expatriate New Yorker now living in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Richard Shindell is a meticulous craftsman of song whose 8 studio albums and 2 live recordings have been revered by critics and fans alike. Innovative, original and occasionally spiritual, Shindell's songs weave tales that interchangeably champion the downtrodden, exalt the disaffected or wax empathetic to […]
Reentry Coalition Meeting
The Goodwill Industries of Lorain County building 143 Keep Ct, Elyria, OH, United StatesReentry Coalition meeting Feb. 12 at. 10 am at 143 Keep Ct Elyria. The Goodwill Industries of Lorain County building.
North Olmsted Lorain County, Ohio Kiwanis Club Presentation
Jane Miller to present at North Olmsted Kiwanis Club with Tracy and Finola.
Dogs Have Issues Too: Helping Dogs Cope with Stress
Speaker: Jane Miller, LISW, CDBC, AABP-CDBT Jane will provide a number of stress reduction/relaxation techniques along with monitoring methods. This is a basic introduction to stress reduction/relaxation techniques covering the definition of stress, eustress and distress. Sign up today!
$25.00
Dogs Have Issues Too: Helping Dogs Cope With Stress
Oberlin Public Library 65 S Main Street, Oberlin, OH, United StatesJane Miller will provide a number of stress reduction/relaxation techniques along with monitoring methods. This is a basic introduction to stress reduction/relaxation techniques covering the definition of stress, eustress and distress.
The Healing Benefits of Psychiatric Service Dogs (On Demand Webinar)
Westlake Porter Public Library 27333 Center Ridge Rd., Westlake, OH, United StatesJane Miller (LISW, IAABC-CDBC, AABP-CDBT), licensed social worker and psychiatric service dog expert, discusses her work with psychiatric service dogs and the healing benefits they provide to individuals. To register, call 440.250.5460, stop by the Reference desk, or register online at http://westlakelibrary.evanced.info/eventcalendar.asp The program is free. Download the event flyer: PSD_Westlake_32616 See photos from our […]
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Online Webinar: Psychiatric Service Dogs – Healing Companions
Online Webinar: Psychiatric Service Dogs - Healing Companions
Psychiatric service dogs and their extraordinary power to transform lives
One in four Americans suffers from mental illness – yet less than a third of those people will receive treatment, often due to financial barriers and the stigma around mental health. The expansive need and demand for psychiatric service dogs exceeds the organizations, individuals adequately trained and knowledgeable in this specialized field. Join Jane Miller, owner of Healing Companions in this webinar designed to educate dog trainers, mental health professionals and everyone impacted by mental illness in navigating the complicated world of psychiatric service dogs.
$25
Dogs Have Issues Too: Helping Dogs Cope With Stress (On-Demand Webinar)
This on-demand webinar presentation will be a very brief overview/introduction to helping dogs cope with stress. Jane Miller will provide a number of stress reduction/relaxation techniques along with monitoring methods. This is a very basic introduction to stress reduction/relaxation techniques covering the definition of stress, eustress and distress.
$25
Read to Ahava!
Oberlin Public Library 65 S Main Street, Oberlin, OH, United StatesClick here for flyer Read to Ahava Ahava would love for you to come meet her and read to her.
Ahava is Back!
Oberlin Public Library 65 S Main Street, Oberlin, OH, United StatesAhava loves to be read to so much that she will be back on December 27! Click here for flyer Read to Ahava
Jane Miller ~ Book Discussion with live Q&A
Jane Miller, founder of Healing Companions, Inc. and author of “Healing Companions: Ordinary Dogs and Their Extraordinary Power To Transform Lives” Will be the guest author on DogRead@yahoogroups.com September 1-15, 2017. Please join in for a discussion about the book and ask questions that arise while you are reading it.
Dog Days of Summer
Fire House Wellington OH 202 Kelly St, Wellington, OH, United StatesJane Miller will be presenting a talk about the Healing Power of Psychiatric Service Dogs in the speaker area at the Fire Station. While you're there, visit the park and enjoy the entertainment!
Service and Support Animals with Jane Miller
Norman C Craig Lecture Hall Oberlin College Science Center, Oberlin, OhioJane Miller is a Psychotherapist in Oberlin and Oberlin College Alum who specializes with Emotional Support Animals and Service animals. She is the Executive Director of Healing Companions, Inc. and the author of "Healing Companions: Ordinary Dogs and Their Extraordinary Power To Transform Lives." Jane will be teaching us about legislation surrounding Emotional Support Animals […]
The Healing Power of Psychiatric Service Dogs
Join NASWOH Region 2 on October 14th, 5-6pm for a free CEU hosted by Jane Miller, LISW. Jane will be presenting on The Healing Power of Psychiatric Service Dogs. She comes to us with many years of wonderful experience in the social work field advocating for clients in the LGBTQ community, chronic/terminal illness, trauma survivors, […]
Free CEU- Stress Reduction Techniques Hosted by NASW Ohio
Join Region 2 on December 9th, 5-6pm for a CEU hosted by Jane Miller, LISW. Jane will be presenting on Stress Reduction Techniques for Humans and their Animals. She comes to us with many years of wonderful experience in the social work field advocating for clients in the LGBTQ community, chronic/terminal illness, trauma survivors, and […]
Stress Reduction Techniques with Jane Miller
Event begins 10:00 AM PST / 1:00 PM EST https://youtu.be/4BDpqEoxxak What you can expect: Learn how to reduce stress through a variety of breathing exercises to balance the nervous system, grounding meditation, somatic practices, movement exercises and energy work. If you’re living in the modern world, odds are you could use this class in your life! […]
$15.00
Approaches to the Human Side of Animal Training
Online PresentationAnimal behavior is what you do. You are good at it. You love doing it. But, there is another being you must also understand and work with for any changes in animal behavior to happen. This is the human side of animal training and probably the hardest part of your work. Join Jane Miller in […]
$35.00
Stress Reduction Techniques for Humans and Their Animals
Stress is ever-present in our lives and can seriously impact our dogs' health if not managed properly. In this webinar, led by Jane Miller, LISW, CDBC, CDBT— you will learn how you can help your dogs navigate their stress and guide them to healthier and more active lifestyles. Webinar is 10-11am Pacific Time (1-2pm Eastern […]
$15.00