Hi there! I’m Hera, an 11-year-old pup saved from a puppy mill. My life before Isabelle came to my rescue was devastating. It’s a tale I’d rather not revisit!
The moment Isabelle entered my life, it was like a dream come true. She gave me hope, joy, and a chance to truly live!
I finally found my forever home.
But then, Isabelle began chatting with someone online, a person she referred to as her… therapist.
What does a therapist do, Isabelle? Can I talk to her too?
I’ve Got Something To Share
Hera believed her hoomom, Isabelle, shared all her secrets with her. Little did she know about the presence of someone else on the screen: Isabelle’s therapist.
Many individuals today benefit from therapy, which is nothing to feel embarrassed about. It offers numerous advantages for mental well-being. When Isabelle opted to seek professional help, she made a wonderful choice.
However, her therapist was unaware that Isabelle had some baggage—a plus one, if you will. The price of that session meant the therapist would be hearing from two clients: Isabelle and her dog, Hera.
Pretty good deal, wouldn’t you agree?
“Hera is always eager to join me in whatever I’m doing and loves to be nearby. During my therapy sessions, she’s thrilled just to be part of it,” said Isabelle to Newsweek.
Falls Church, Virginia is a cozy town. There are decent therapists around, but this Virginia native decided that online therapy was the most convenient option.
From her very first session, Hera, Isabelle’s adorable Pitbull mix, was always present. She often pops her head into view to greet the therapist across the screen. And guess what?
The therapist enjoys it, and Hera reciprocates the affection. Each time she hears the therapist’s voice, there’s Hera, ready to share her “pawblems.”
On one occasion, while Isabelle waited in the virtual waiting room, Hera took it upon herself to have a chat with the lovely therapist on the other side.
“My therapist was a few minutes late, and Hera kept trying to paw at the computer. She was so impatient, like she was eager for her own session,” Isabelle remarked.
What could Hera possibly want to discuss with the therapist?
Perhaps she was upset that Isabelle hadn’t taken her to the park recently. Or maybe she was unhappy with the lack of her three customary meals a day.
Or maybe she just wanted to express how much she adores her hoomom.
Regardless, Hera has become quite the viral sensation and a fantastic advocate for therapy. Thousands have watched the video on TikTok, and everyone agrees: Hera may not be the most patient of waiters, but her intentions are pure.
“The response on social media has been incredible. It’s been affirming and also quite amusing. Many have shared similar experiences with their pets during therapy. Not only do we gain amusing anecdotes, but we also cultivate a community that embraces therapy,” Isabelle explained.
This isn’t Hera’s first time in the online spotlight. Previously, Newsweek highlighted her dramatic reaction to being told “no.” Clearly, Hera has become an entertaining canine star, and you must follow her on social media.
Whether she’s emphasizing the significance of therapy or displaying her quirky personality, Hera, the delightful Pitbull mix, is here to brighten your day.
