In a world where daily stress, loneliness, and the hectic pace of modern life often leave us feeling overwhelmed, a simple yet surprising method is gaining popularity: cuddle therapy. While the idea ...

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Ellie Laks, founder of the Gentle Barn and author of her new book: Cow Hug Therapy: How the Animals at the Gentle Barn Taught Me about Life, Death, and Everything In Between, joins Lisa to talk about ...

There's a place near Murfreesboro where, for $20, you can hug a cow. Or pet a goat. Or rub a pig's belly. Or nuzzle a horse's neck. You get the idea. Some trauma survivors who want more intense, ...

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Ellie Laks, author of “Cow Hug Therapy” and founder of The Gentle Barn, joined us to discuss how animals can help reduce anxiety and stress. Laks has dedicated her life to helping rescue animals and ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. He’s one of those therapists who doesn’t say much, really. No probing questions about one’s mood or concerns. But his body was ...

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