Children often feel something happening in their bodies before they have the words to explain it. Bella the Therapy Dog helps make those experiences easier to notice, understand, and talk about. We use four simple “energy colors” to help kids tune in to what’s going on inside: 💙 Blue Energy — Low & Slow💚 Green Energy — Calm & Ready💛 Yellow Energy — Fast & Rising❤️ Red Energy — Very Big Feelings 🐾 All energy levels are okay. All feelings are okay.Notice. Understand. Choose

Understanding emotions can be challenging for children. They often struggle to articulate their feelings, which can lead to frustration and confusion. One effective method to help kids identify and express their emotions is through the use of Energy Colors. This approach simplifies complex feelings into recognizable categories, making it easier for children to communicate what they are experiencing. In this blog post, we will explore the concept of energy colors, how they can

Helping children understand their emotions can be challenging—especially when they know something is happening inside their bodies but do not yet have the words to explain it. That is the heart of Bella the Therapy Dog: The Energy Series. Created by Stacy Pleta, LCSW, the series gives children and the adults who support them a simple, visual framework for talking about body clues, energy, feelings, and coping tools. Rather than teaching children that certain emotions are “goo

In a world where emotional well-being is increasingly recognized as vital to overall health, the role of therapy animals has gained significant attention. Among these, therapy dogs like Bella have emerged as powerful allies in helping individuals navigate their emotional landscapes. This blog post explores how Bella, a dedicated therapy dog, assists people in understanding and managing their emotions, offering insights into the profound bond between humans and animals. Bella