Birch and Pine Counseling
Therapy and Crisis Response K9 Program
Professionally trained canine-handler teams, for moments where calm, connection and emotional grounding matter most.
Trauma-Informed Canine Support for Crisis, Care and Community Wellness
Birch and Pine Counseling is proud to offer a K9 Program that brings professionally trained canine-handler teams into moments where calm, connection, and emotional grounding matter most. Our canine partners provide a steady, nonjudgmental presence that supports individuals, families, first responders, and communities during times of stress, crisis, and transition.
Our K9 services are trauma-informed, collaborative, and designed to complement, not replace, clinical mental health services, emergency services, or chaplain support.
Our K9 Service Pathways
The K9 Program includes two service pathways, each tailored to specific community needs.
Valhalla Emergency Response K9s
Specialized crisis response for first responders and healthcare professionals, provided in partnership with Arrowhead EMS Association. These teams support on-scene incidents, station visits, and post-incident debriefings.
About Valhalla K9sBirch & Pine Canine Support Services
Community-based canine support focused on mental health, wellness, and emotional regulation across schools, churches, nursing homes, community events, and outreach programs.
About canine supportMeet the Specialized K9 Team at Birch and Pine
Our canine partners bring unique personalities, gentle presence, and steady support to every interaction.
Freya
Trigger
Bruno
Sitka
Mooz
Ruckus
Sunny
These dogs are trained to engage calmly and safely across a wide range of environments, supporting individuals of all ages.
Purpose of Our K9 Program
Reduce stress and emotional overwhelm
Promote regulation, comfort, and connection
Support resilience during high-stress or traumatic events
Enhance wellness in community and crisis-response settings
Each canine team works alongside trained handlers who understand trauma-informed care, peer support, and respectful integration within professional systems.
How Our K9s Support
Emotional grounding and calming presence
Trauma-informed, nonjudgmental engagement
Support during crisis, grief, and high-stress situations
On-scene, scheduled, and event-based presence
Collaboration with counselors, first responders, healthcare teams, and community leaders
Interested in K9 Support?
At Birch and Pine Counseling, we believe healing and resilience are strengthened through connection. Tell us about your organization or community and how our canine teams could help.