Pet loss support.
Because pets are family and losing one is heartbreaking.
Many just won’t understand what you are going through. I do.
I'm a grief educator and transitions coach, but perhaps more importantly, I'm a dog mom who has experienced significant losses—both human and furry family members. Saying goodbye to my beloved companion Sawyer was one of my hardest moments.
Grief is the love that remains. 🐾
We aren’t taught how to grieve. Or how to help those who are grieving.
Grief is the normal and natural reaction to loss. Everyone grieves differently and there is no right or wrong way. Expressing your feelings (whatever they may be — they vary widely in grief) is something that can ease the heartache. We all need, and deserve, to have our pain witnessed and acknowledged. When we lose a precious pet, that can sometimes be hard to find.
"I attended one of Melissa’s pet loss support groups. Her exceptional compassion, listening skills, and tools and techniques to navigate grief helped me find peace after losing both of my kitties within a short time period. I highly recommend her to anyone dealing with the grief of losing a pet."
— Rosemary Linden
Choose the support that feels right to you.
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1:1 Coaching
We’ll meet by video or phone. I won’t try to “fix” your grief (you aren’t broken). I can help you learn to carry it and together we will explore strategies that support you on your journey.
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Virtual Support Circle
Join a small group of pet parents who are experiencing similar challenges as they learn to live with heartbreaking loss. Click to be notified of next available group or for more information.
