Zoey's Friends

04/11/2026

So grateful to have presented at the American Counseling Association Conference & Expo 2026 today 🐾

“Pawsitive Connections: The Healing Power of Animal-Assisted Counseling” is so close to our hearts, and it was an honor to share about the impact of animal-assisted counseling with fellow clinicians.

Zoey and Deuce may not have taken the stage, but their work speaks for itself every day 💛

09/02/2025

‼️Exciting news……I am officially a Registered Play Therapist™!!! This has been a long-term goal, and I am so grateful to everyone who supported me along the way. I’m thrilled to continue growing in this field and bringing the special touch of play therapy to my work with children, teens, and families with Zoey by my side!

07/06/2025

This weekend’s floods have devastated our wider community—and deeply shaken the hearts of many I care for.

Some I’ve come to know and support, have been directly impacted—missing, grieving, or forever changed by what they endured in those rushing waters. Others are holding the trauma of watching their friends/family be rescued, searching for loved ones, or hearing unbearable news.

The pain is real. It’s raw. And it’s shared.

As a therapist, and someone walking closely alongside families and children affected by this tragedy, I want to say this: your feelings are valid, your grief is allowed, and your body and heart may take time to feel safe again.

We are not meant to carry this kind of sorrow alone.

To my Zoey’s Friends community:
🐾 You are not alone in your heartbreak.
🐾 We are here to support you.
🐾 And we’re holding this loss with you.

Therapists show up in hard moments—but we feel them too. We cry, we worry, we mourn. I see you. I feel this. And I’m here.

If you or your child needs space to talk, breathe, or just be held emotionally right now, please reach out.

With heartbreak and care,
Haileigh & Zoey 🤍

04/08/2025

Zoey is 8 today! 🎉
To celebrate, we made 8 special stops—one for each amazing year of her life—plus scroll for a peek at puppy Zoey. From toys to pup cups to favorite parks, she soaked up all the love (and treats).

Zoey isn’t just the heart of Zoey’s Friends—she’s been a calm companion, a goofy greeter, and a comforting presence to so many little and big friends over the years.

Happy birthday to the sweetest therapy dog and best business partner I could ask for!

04/08/2025

03/31/2024

Are you or your child looking for help with managing your emotions, identifying coping skills, and/or showing resilience throughout life changes and transitions? If so…..

Zoey is ready to SPRING 🌷 into action! Check out the 🔗link in our bio and follow the prompts for a free 15-minute consultation to see if working with Zoey and I would be a good fit for you! 🐾

02/26/2024

Hi! I’m Haileigh Pettigrew the owner and therapist at Zoey’s Friends. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified School Counselor. Prior to becoming a counselor I was an elementary teacher for 5 years. I am a Texas State University (bachelors) and Southern Methodist University (masters) alum! Recently my dog, Zoey, and I were trained at Texas State University in the Animal Assisted Counseling program. While owning and operating Zoey’s Friends, I also work as a school counselor in Houston ISD.

A little bit about me personally, I am a native Texan, love animals, enjoy listening to music, trying new restaurants, and attending live sports events!