Ketto, PAWS., NCSHK, is a midsize Practitioner of Affection, Warmth & Support (P.A.W.S.) and Nationally Certified in Snuggling, Hugs, and Kisses (NCSHK). Ketto is a valued member of our therapeutic environment and a Greeter Extraordinaire. Born on December 23, 2024, he has been part of our office since he was seven weeks old and has quickly become a client favorite for his calming presence, intuitive attunement, and ability to gently ease emotional heaviness.

Ketto holds a Master’s degree in Human Affection, earned through lived experience, patience, and unwavering kindness at the Alternative Therapy Doggy University. He offers his services thoughtfully and respectfully, always by invitation. His work centers on nonverbal support, emotional grounding, and morale enhancement, helping create a space where clients often feel safer, more relaxed, and more at ease.

While Ketto does not provide psychotherapy, diagnose conditions, or replace clinical care, his presence supports the therapeutic process by offering warmth, steadiness, and a sense of welcome. He specializes in staying close without intruding, listening without interrupting, and responding to the room’s emotional tone with quiet care.

Physical affection is offered only with consent and situational awareness. Side effects of working alongside Ketto may include reduced stress, improved mood, spontaneous smiles, and the comforting reminder that healing sometimes begins simply by not being alone.