While a student at UNCW, Lindsey completed the paws4people ADTP and continued to serve as an AK9 trainer. Through her time with paws4people, she worked with several dogs who had a remarkable ability to sense and respond to human emotions in both subtle and profound ways. Diagnosed with OCD and Anxiety, Lindsey soon noticed how effective these dogs were in helping to manage her own symptoms. Lindsey believes having an Assistance Dog will help her build resilience in stressful situations and develop better-coping mechanisms to face the world!
THELMA and Lindsey started working together in 2025! THELMA will help Lindsey at home by interrupting negative behaviors, allowing her to refocus, and break the cycle of anxious thoughts. THELMA will also provide Deep Pressure Therapy to lower cortisol levels during moments of heightened anxiety. THELMA will help Lindsey manage the day-to-day challenges of her diagnosis, allowing her to be able to lead a more independent life!
