About Us

My name is Anna Rose Carrigan, and I am a clinical social worker. I received my Associate's degree in Animal Science in 2010 and got my Master's degree in Social Work in 2014, both from the University of New Hampshire. Since I was young, I was aware of the powerful impact that the presence of animals had on people, and had on me. It has been a career goal of mine to bridge my two passions and disciplines in offering animal-assisted therapy to those on their healing journeys. Since becoming certified in Eagala in the fall of 2020 I am excited to finally make that dream a reality. After getting my degree, I worked as a licensed social worker in the state of Maine before moving to community work inside the field of public health. I have spent my clinical career working with children, families, and women recovering from substance abuse. I approach my work with Clients from a trauma-informed lens. I believe that all people innately know what they need to heal, and that my role as therapist is to be a facilitator for Clients on their self-directed healing journey. I have been riding and working with horses for almost 25 years. They have always provided me with a sense of grounding, and I look forward to being part of a process where others can have that experience with them.

Please note that due to licensing rules in NH, I am not currently independently licensed, and am working under the clinical supervision of Sally Sugatt, LICSW as I work toward independent licensure.