Canine Behavior and Dog Training
Canine Cognitive
Behavioral Therapy
by Billie Groom
Three Decades of Success! Thousands of Dogs!
Billie Groom is the leader and “backbone” behind Canine Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CCBT),
an evidence-based method proven to address behaviors associated with dog anxiety, aggression,
the “adolescent stage”, adult dogs, and behaviors common among rescued and adopted dogs.
CCBT is changing the landscape of canine education and animal welfare.
CCBT by Billie Groom is the only evidence-based method adhering to the principles of
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). The formula is easy to apply, logical and effective.
The only “tool” used is your dog’s brain! There are never any harmful or negative measures applied.
Billie Groom is the founder of the Institute of Canine Psychotherapy, a registered on-line educational platform providing courses to pet professionals, volunteers, and pet parents.
Our courses for pet professionals, or those wanting to make an impact in animal welfare,
meet the standards required to provide certifications and diplomas.
Our courses for pet parents are feasible and easy to apply.
About Billie Groom
Billie has dedicated 3 decades to working with adolescent and adult dogs, and voluntarily helping rescued dogs and the people who love them, around the globe. Her unconventional learning journey led to the creation of UPWARD Dogology™, an evidence-based method which is changing the landscape of rehabilitation, behavioral education, and rescue and welfare.
She recently completed the PhD course at the University of Sweden, Animal Cognition to Improve Animal Welfare, and Leadership and Change (PhD programs) on Ethical Practices in Animal Welfare.
Billie is featured in:
Psychology Today Magazine
L.A. Tribune
LiT Magazine
Roku TV
and many podcasts and blogs!
Billie is a featured speaker at:
The Animal Behavior Society Conference 2022/23
Animal Science and Veterinarian Medicine Conference 2022/23
University of Regina 2018
Winner of the Global Business Awards 2022/24
Awarded by the Toronto Humane Society 2001
Awarded by CHML Hometown Hero 2000
Billie is a guest on dozens of podcasts and radio shows.
Winner of the American Best Book Fest Award for Narrative Non-fiction/Pets
Dog Training DisrUPted - UPWARD Dogology (buzzsprout.com)
NOTE: These do not provide specific training advice, or teach Canine CBT as a methodology.