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Podcast: Well, hello anxiety with Dr Jodi Richardson
Episode: How Therapy Dogs Are Changing Classrooms — with Sarah Macdonald
Description: Dr. Jodi is joined by Sarah Macdonald, founder and director of Canine Comprehension, a pioneering organisation that uses therapy dogs to support emotional literacy and mental health in school communities across Victoria, Australia. Sarah shares her own mental health journey and opens up about how her personal experiences have shaped her passion for helping young people — especially those struggling to regulate emotions, engage at school, or feel seen in the classroom. With warmth and honesty, Sarah talks about the powerful impact of Canine Comprehension's programs, the trust they build with students and teachers, and the long-term relationships th...