The Resident Therapy Cats
Meet Riggs and Momo – They work part time and are completely optional.
Meet Riggs and Momo – Resident Therapy Cats
Research shows that having an animal nearby can lower anxiety, lower heart rates, and make it just a little bit easier to breathe and settle into a session. Having cats in your session is completely optional. In generally they will not join unless you ask for them to be there.
Welcome.
Meet Riggs and Momo, the resident therapy cats who spend time at The Beach Haven. They are completely optional companions for your in-person sessions.
- Meet Riggs: Riggs is a female Golden Ticked British Short Hair. She will turn 1 in November 2026. Riggs is a very independent cat who enjoys being in the same room as clients but is not a lap sitter. She brings a calm presents to those dealing with grief and challenging issues.
- Meet Momo: Momo is a male Golden Shaded British Short Hair. He will also turn 1 in November 2026. Momo loves affection (sometimes)! He is a very eccentric cat that has been known to stand on his head on a chair in a session, bringing a lot of joy to clients struggling during difficult times.
Until one has loved an animal, a part of one’s soul remains unawakened.
A note about the Therapy Cats
In general, the cats will not be in your session unless you specifically request them to be. The cats are kept to the communal areas of the practice and a single therapy room due to allergies. In addition, the practice is thoroughly cleaned daily.
Life at The Beach Haven.
When they aren’t ‘on duty’ supporting clients in a session, Riggs and Momo can usually be found taking a nap somewhere around the office or eating – they love eating!
Your comfort is our priority.
As you can see, the cats love being part of the team — but your comfort is always our priority. Whether you want them curled up nearby or kept in another room, your session is entirely on your terms.
Welcome to The Beach Haven.
The Beach Haven was intentionally designed to feel comfortable and welcoming. The space is soft and homely, far removed from a cold, clinical room. We invite you to step out of the rush of your day, take a breath, and focus entirely on your well-being.
The Beach Haven Values
Counselling is an intimate relationship. Bringing someone into some of the most challenging areas of your life is not easy. My work at The Beach Haven Counselling in Clarkson is defined by 3 core values:
AUTONOMY
Your pace, your choice. Therapy is a collaboration, not an instruction manual. You always have the final say on what you share and when you are ready to share it.
RESPECT
A judgment free zone. I look at your world through your eyes, never taking sides or making assumptions. You are safe to bring your raw, honest self. I respect your culture and your story.
TRUST & SAFETY
A secure foundation. Healing requires a rock-solid container. I protect your privacy and uphold the highest professional ethics so you can explore and change safely.
Start your counselling journey
If you believe The Beach Haven would be a good fit to support you, you can book a session with either of our counsellors via the online booking system or call us on (08) 9300 9496 to find out more. We look forward to meeting you.