Sansa

Sansa is a female Siberian Husky who is three years old.  She has her certification through the Good Canine Citizen program that evaluates dogs for obedience and temperament.  Sansa has attended and completed the Animal Assisted Counseling Academy at Texas State University in San Marcos where she learned and honed her skills as an in office therapy partner.  She is very gentle and loves children.  She knows a few tricks and counseling games to help kids learn about coping skills.  She also enjoys snuggling up to client’s feet during talk therapy sessions. 

Toby

Toby is our friendly and lovable Golden Doodle who proudly serves as the official therapy assistant at Allison and Associates Counseling. With his soft curls, gentle eyes, and calm personality, Toby brings warmth and comfort to everyone who walks through our doors.

Toby’s favorite part of his job is greeting clients and helping them feel at ease. Whether he’s offering a comforting snuggle, joining in a playful moment, or simply lying quietly nearby during sessions, Toby has a special way of knowing what each person needs.

When he’s not hard at work supporting clients, Toby enjoys:

🐶 Playing fetch and showing off his favorite toys

🌞 Going on walks around the offices

💤 Taking cozy naps in his favorite sunny spot

💦 Splashing in puddles on rainy days

🦴 Accepting belly rubs and treats (his favorite part of the day!)

Toby’s calm presence helps clients—children and adults alike—feel grounded, safe, and understood. Many find it easier to open up when Toby is in the room, as his gentle energy brings a sense of comfort and unconditional acceptance.

Sasha

Sasha is our beloved senior Calico cat and unofficial office mascot here at Allison and Associates Counseling. While most therapy offices have a receptionist, Sasha insists that she’s the real one—graciously greeting clients (when she feels like it) and supervising all activity from her favorite sunny windowsill.

At 14 years young, Sasha has mastered the art of calm observation and strategic napping. She keeps a watchful eye on everyone who enters the building—mostly to make sure no one interrupts her beauty rest or forgets to compliment her luxurious fur.

When she’s not supervising therapy sessions from a distance, Sasha stays busy with her other important duties:

🐭 Head of Pest Control: No mouse, lizard, or bug dares to cross her domain.

☀️ Sunbeam Quality Inspector: She personally tests every warm spot in the office for maximum comfort.

🛋️ Furniture Expert: She ensures all chairs, couches, and paperwork stacks meet her napping standards.

💅 Client Relations: She occasionally graces visitors with a slow blink of approval—a true honor.

Sasha reminds us all that therapy can be as much about stillness, comfort, and presence as it is about talking. She’s living proof that sometimes, the best support comes with purrs, sass, and a bit of cat hair on your lap. 😸