For Human Sake - S5E3 - Dr Kara Langin

In this episode of For Human Sake, host Binx sits down with Kara Langin, a faculty member specializing in couple and family therapy at Washburn University, alongside her therapy dog, Sammy.Together, they explore the powerful role that therapy animals can play in emotional support, mental health, and human connection. Kara shares insight into her work, the importance of creating safe and supportive environments, and how Sammy contributes to that process in a way that only a therapy dog can.From the science behind animal-assisted therapy to real-life experiences of comfort and connection, this conversation highlights how something as simple as the presence of a dog can make a meaningful difference. Therapy dogs are known to help reduce stress, improve mood, and create a sense of calm in a variety of settings, from schools to hospitals.This episode is a reminder of the quiet but powerful ways we can support one another, and how healing doesn’t always come in the form you expect.Listen now and experience the impact of connection, compassion, and a very good dog.