Animal Grief Counseling

From Jami Lovullo, Founder and President of The Animal Protection Agency:

“This is a topic very close to my heart. As a lifelong animal lover and pet owner, I know all too well the struggle and pain that can accompany losing a beloved four legged family member. If you need help navigating through the grief from the loss of a special animal, I’d love to walk through it with you.

We will use various modalities to help you walk the path to acceptance and appreciation for your pets that have transitioned. We will explore your own beliefs in regards to spirituality, religious practices and your own, unique bond with your pet. You will learn techniques to help with anxiety and depression, such as conscious breathing, mindfulness and meditation. Art therapy, writing stories of your memories or planting a memorial garden will all be explored. Perhaps you will keep a grief journal or arrange an altar with precious items that remind you of your pet.

There is a lot of healing to be had. Most of all, you will experience active listening and an empathic response and understanding as you tell your story and work your way through the sadness and overwhelm. Much of society does not recognize the depth of grief for a pet. They may say things like, “it’s just a dog” or “you can get another one”. We know better and will honor your grief to be as real as any other deep struggle of loss.

Sessions are 40 minutes and conducted through Zoom. The cost per session is a donation amount of your choice to this non-profit, which can be done either online or through Paypal. You may do as many sessions as you wish or choose only to do a few. Whatever helps the most to soothe your grief and help you navigate the complex emotions.

Please send me an e-mail if you are interested, and feel free to share with others that may benefit from this support. Losing our beloved family members is so difficult, but there are ways to find peace and acceptance. Please email me at [email protected], for any questions or to schedule a session.”