Olivia Matthews, PhD
Olivia Matthews, PhD, is a psychologist specializing in animal-assisted therapy. With a background in both clinical psychology and animal behavior, Olivia works with pets to improve their impact on human mental health. Outside of work, she enjoys horseback riding and hiking with her two rescue dogs.
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