Grief Support for Pet Loss

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Pet Loss Support Groups

Animal Medical Center Pet Loss Support
Animal Medical Center hosts two support groups: one for people who have experienced the loss of a pet in the last 3 months, and another for people who have experienced the loss of their pet in the last 4-12 months and beyond. Each group meets twice a month. Both groups are free and open to the public but space is limited. For more information and to register, visit them online.

Pet Loss Support Group with Dr. Susan Cohen
This support group is run by Dr. Susan Cohen, DSW, and meets on the second Wednesday of each month at West Village Veterinary Hospital. For more information or to register, email Dr. Cohen at susanpcohen@msn.com or call West Village Veterinary Hospital at 212-633-7400.

Individual support

Pet Loss Support (individual and group) with April Lang
April Lang, LCSW SEP, is a psychotherapist in private practice in NYC. One of her specialties/interests is working with people who are suffering from the loss of their animal family members, as well as those struggling with anticipatory grief. Sessions are on Zoom and she can be reached at aprillang23@gmail.com or 212-577-1357. For more information, please check out her website.

Lauren Seeley, Death Doula
Lauren is an end-of-life care provider for both humans and pets. She helps with planning for the next transition in your beloved pet’s life as well as grief support. She does home visits and virtual care and can be present on the days you feel will be the hardest during, before, and after the transition. She offers comfort and resources to navigate during this time and holds space for feelings that come up. The best way to reach Lauren is by email at laurenseeley81@gmail.com.

Pet Loss Coaching with Elisabeth Jamison
Elisabeth is a certified mind-body grief coach offering one-on-one and group sessions to support those facing the heartbreak of losing a beloved pet, including anticipatory grief. She knows firsthand how devastating pet loss can be—especially when society doesn’t always recognize that pets are our family. In addition to her coaching practice, Elisabeth is an award-winning filmmaker whose upcoming Disney+  film explores the transformative nature of animal-human relationships.  Her integrative, compassionate approach helps clients find renewed peace and possibility amid grief. All sessions are via Zoom. For more information or to schedule a free consultation, visit her website or email her at Ej@coachingwithelisabeth.com. 

Online Resources

Pet Loss Community
Pet Loss Community supports pet parents as they navigate the difficult journey of pet loss. They offer online, virtual group, and virtual one-on-one support for those grieving the loss of a beloved companion as well as anticipatory grief support for those who are contending with an illness or impending loss. Use coupon code PAWSATPEACE to get one month free of any of their offerings. For more information, visit their website.

Reddit: r/petloss
r/petloss is a community of support for pet owners whose pets have passed away.