Bespoke Services, tailored to your individual needs

We specialise in bringing Therapy Dogs to school settings. Collaborating with schools, our team of Teachers, Counsellors, and Thrive Practitioners offer dedicated 1:1 support for children and young people's emotional and mental well-being.

During these sessions we provide education for children and staff about dog welfare, ensuring a safe and respectful environment. These are run as two-hour sessions during the school day each week. Contact Ali to discuss costs and availability.

Services to the armed forces personel, veterans and their families.

Alongside our therapeutic services, Ali Colley also offers inspirational speaking for events and organisations.

As the Founder and Director of Hope’s Therapy Dogs, Ali is an accomplished speaker who shares a powerful message of resilience, hope and purpose. Through her personal story of navigating deep adversity and building something meaningful from it, Ali helps audiences reflect, reframe challenge and recognise that hard times do not have to be the end of the story.

These talks are ideal for organisations and event organisers looking for a speaker who can connect deeply, speak authentically and leave a lasting impression. Ali’s speaking is heartfelt, engaging and grounded in the same values that sit at the centre of Hope’s Therapy Dogs: hope, healing, courage and meaningful impact.

Book Ali for your event to speak on:
resilience, adversity, purpose, leadership, hope and creating value through life’s challenges.

Available for:
Corporate events, schools, conferences, faith events, wellbeing days and community gatherings.

Get in touch to discuss your event.

Engage and educate your community with our insightful talks tailored for diverse groups such as Scouts, Schools, Youth Groups, and Emergency Services.

Learn how to create environments that prioritise animal welfare, ensuring therapy animals are supported and respected in their roles.

Our talks delve into the background of Therapy Animals, illuminating their role as powerful tools for supporting all individuals in their social, emotional, and mental wellbeing.

Contact Ali to discuss costs and availability.

Our Therapy Dogs can quickly raise well being in the workplace with sessions tailored to fit around your workplace needs. Here are a few quotes from a recent visit to Cobalt Housing in Norris Green:

“Elsa brought a smile to my face and created a calm and supportive environment.”

“the sessions allowed staff to take a short break, reduce stress and enjoy meaningful interaction with the dog.”

Have a look at this wonderful video to see the impact a Therapy Dog can make to your workplace:

This course explores principles, practices, and ethics of integrating animals in education. Participants will learn AAI fundamentals, including handler roles, canine behaviour, animal welfare, ethics, risk assessment, and customised interventions. A significant focus is placed on ensuring the welfare of dogs working as therapy animals or school dogs, promoting their wellbeing and safeguarding their needs in educational settings. Combining theory and practice, the course equips learners to implement and manage AAI programs in schools, creating positive interactions, documenting outcomes to enhance student experiences and wellbeing.

Enhance your understanding of the role of animals in therapeutic interventions with our specialised training designed for School Leaders, including Headteachers and Pastoral/Welfare staff.

Learn how to promote dog welfare and wellbeing within the school environment, ensuring a positive and safe experience for both animals and students. Dive into the background, theory, and overarching benefits of partnering with animals as a therapeutic tool to support children and young people.

Contact Ali to discuss costs and availability.