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Animal Therapy

Animal therapy is a revolutionary alternative approach to treatment. Using animals in the treatment environment calms clients and helps them open up in therapy.

  • 01/19/2017

    What To Expect When Calling A Rehab Center

    Even that simple decision can be fraught with anxiety. You may wonder who will answer your call when calling to rehab center.

  • 08/05/2016

    The benefits of Dolphin Assisted Therapy

    Hawaii Island Recovery is the first and only known rehab to incorporate non-captive dolphins into a treatment program.

  • 05/30/2016

    Can Dolphins Support The Recovery Process?

    Dolphins, extraordinary mammals has a tremendously positive impact on their clients and will support the recovery process.

  • 04/12/2016

    Wild Dolphin-Assisted Therapy (WDAT): Addiction Help from Our Friends Under the Sea

    You leave the world behind, along with all of your addiction troubles. The warm water relieves pain, and the sensation of floating is relaxing and healing.

  • 03/25/2016

    Why to choose Hawaii Island Recovery

    Early in 2016 Hawaii Island Recovery, alcohol and drug treatment center, was selected as one of the top 10 facility in the U.S.

  • 02/02/2016

    12 Facts You Don’t Know About Hawaii’s Dolphins

    Dolphin assisted psychotherapy is a relaxing, intriguing means to observe these delightful friends from the sea, and change your view of yourself.

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