Theodora Stolz, Greek Psychologist

Theodora Stolz is a psychologist, that’s true, but she is also Greek in heritage.  She was born outside of the United States as an orphan and was adopted by a loving family at a young age. They lived in the famed borough of Brooklyn, New York where she grew up, went to school and lived her young life up until young adulthood.  Although their means weren’t extravagant, Dr. Stolz’s life was one that was rich in experiences and loving attention paid to her by her doting parents.  At a certain point, she expressed the desire to explore her Greek heritage and her parents were all for it.  She embraced the readily available Greek culture that is found everywhere throughout New York by going to Greek delis, Greek restaurants, Greek festivals, Greek churches, and pretty much every Greek thing you could do in New York, other than going to Greece itself.  That by the way is something she plans to do at some point.  For now, she is a successful psychologist that lives and works in New York. She also works out of a New Jersey office as well.  She lives with her three children that she is busy raising with every available minute and sharing with them the style, heritage and culture of her Greek heritage as well as the kind of loving, reassuring upbringing that her adoptive parents gave her when she was growing up. It is clear that Dr. Stolz is quite the unique person, a survivor in many ways, and a cherished part of the Greek and psychological professional communities.

Theodora Stolz and Animal Therapy

For over 25 years, Theodora Stolz, psychologist, has seen the many things that can prove therapeutic for people and add quality to their daily lives and overall health. One of these things is companionship with an animal, whether it be a household pet or a horse at a stable. Many people feel connected with animals and are sometimes better at confiding their emotions with something that listens but doesn’t speak any translatable language. This form of therapy is something Theodora Stolz holds in high regard.

Pets are often the most convenient choice for animal therapy, because they are at your home at all times and able to give the affection you need. While cats and dogs are known for being the cuddliest of household creatures, aquarium pets have the potential to be just as welcoming. Snakes, birds, fish and other species of pets often behave differently when their owner is present, which can easily be translated as a different form of affection. The owner picks up on these behavioral signals, and it gives them an extra sense of importance to be such an influence to the life of that pet.

Horse therapy has become a practice of its own and also yields a similar amount of, if not more, benefits than owning a pet. Along with the connections that people can develop with horses, the aesthetic of being able to ride them too makes horses extra beneficial to one’s health because of the endorphins released while being excited.  In psychology, Theodora Stolz Psychologist knows the benefits animal therapy can provide.