International Institute for Animal Assisted Play Therapy - TM

The International Institute for Animal Assisted Play Therapy was created to advance the development of Animal Assisted Play Therapy (AAPT) through training, supervision, standards, certification, and continuing professional education. The mission is to ensure the highest quality of professional practice of this approach.

The IIAAPT supports the use of theoretically grounded and empirically supported methods. The welfare of human clients as well as nonhuman animal assistants is of critical importance, and the training programs and certification process are designed to ensure that all participants benefit from involvement in this approach.

This page will include information about all the activities of the IIAAPT and resources that are likely to be of interest.