Our History

Pawsitive Pathways Inc. was founded by a BIPOC trauma survivor with lived experience in child welfare, criminal justice and behavioral health systems, who has dedicated her career to advocating for mental health equity. With the gift of a generous grant from the Miracle Foundation, we received the seed to be able to fund our mission to provide quality mental health care using the powerful animal-human bond to support marginalized communities. As a woman and minority-owned organization, we recognize the importance of addressing the systemic barriers that prevent marginalized communities from accessing care. We know it takes community partnerships to create systemic change. Our shared vision is to foster holistic treatment modalities and implement animal-assisted healing programs within communities of color and systems-impacted communities. We prioritize accessibility by offering a sliding fee scale for our services and providing opportunities for consulting, ensuring comprehensive support and equitable access to these healing practices. We are dedicated to dismantling barriers by providing inclusive, culturally affirming programs that promote healing and well-being within our communities.

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Mission

At Pawsitive Pathways Inc., our mission is to create personalized healing pathways through animal-assisted activities and holistic approaches, while advocating for systems change, and creating inclusive, affirming environments.

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Vision

Our vision is to promote the quality of life and increase the healing and therapeutic options for those in need, particularly for systems-involved individuals, families and communities.

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Our Commitment

We are dedicated to empowering marginalized individuals by offering compassionate care, promoting personal growth, and ensuring access to transformative healing. Through community partnerships and consulting services, we aim to build our own system that is free from discrimination. Our work values cultural diversity and supports individuals in their healing journeys, ensuring that their unique backgrounds and identities are respected and celebrated.

 

Values

Autonomy Over Our Bodies

We empower individuals to understand their diagnoses and learn about additional forms of healing.

Sense of Security

We believe all individuals have the right to feel confident, safe, and free from fear and anxiety resulting from the trauma of abuse, neglect, and separation of parents and caregivers.

Equitable and Inclusive Access to Care

We honor, respect, and value the uniqueness of individuals and are committed to creating a culture of acceptance and inclusiveness across a wide spectrum of diversity, including race, culture, sexual orientation, gender identity, socioeconomic status, family composition, and other aspects of one's identity.