IHAC Practitioner Series

The IHAC Practitioner Series highlights insights and practices in a variety of human-animal interactions. Practitioners and experts in human-animal interaction settings share the latest research, knowledge, and skill-building techniques to enhance human-animal interaction practice. These webinars are an excellent professional development opportunity for human-service professionals that are currently integrating animals into their practice or are interested in the topic.

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Upcoming Webinars

Human–Animal Connections in Suicide Prevention: Insights and Practical Pathways

Licensed clinical social worker, Hannah Van Buiten, will explore how human-animal interactions can play a meaningful role in suicide prevention efforts. This webinar will discuss current understandings of how animals impact known suicide risk, protective factors, and practical guidance for incorporating human-animal interactions to prevent suicide and enhance wellbeing. 

Earn 1 CE / 1 clock hour for attending!

Date: January 28th, 2026

Time: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Mountain Time

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Past Practitioner Series Webinars

Nina Ekholm Fry with horse

Horses in Therapy and Education Services: Updates to Terminology and Concepts in the U.S.

IHAC’s Director of Equine Programs, Nina Ekholm Fry, gave the latest updates on horses in therapy and learning services in this 60-minute webinar. Recommended terminology for the U.S. and how to best understand human services that incorporate horses is presented along with current issues in equine welfare and research.

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