Podcast with Alison Colley
In this episode, we talk to Lesley Forrester, a Speech & Language Therapist who balances NHS work alongside her role as an animal assisted practitioner and company director for NAATA (Northern Animal Assisted Therapies and Activities).Lesley shares her journey working with her dogs Heidi and Gunther, exploring the benefits of a dog team in educational settings. She reflects on ethical practice, animal welfare, and the unique contributions of different animals, including her therapy chickens, in supporting children’s emotional and developmental needs.
