Pet Grief Loss Therapy - EMDR Coaching Consulting - Nationwide
One of the main reasons I entered the profession of psychotherapy was because I felt there was a hole in the field for therapists who specialize in pet bereavement. This is certainly a disenfranchised category of grief and one that not enough therapists understand. I won't pathologize your sadness. Losing someone you love is hard. Period.
The manner in which you grieve is strongly dependent on the relationship you had with your pet. I firmly believe that the human-animal connection can be as meaningful as that with another person. Pets often know us better than friends do. They provide us with unconditional love on a day-to-day basis. When they're gone, there is an energy that is missing from the household. Their death can re-activate a flood of other buried fears, emotions, and guilt. When grief is not normalized, shame and depression often follow.
The circumstances around their death may also be difficult to endure. Perhaps you had to make the decision to euthanize and you are experiencing intense feelings of guilt? Maybe you suffer from depression and your dog provided you with routine, a sense of purpose, and connection to your neighborhood. Grief over a pet, like that of a human, is as complicated and unique as you are.
I provide Pet Grief Support for...
-Intense depression activated by death or loss of a pet
-Anticipatory Loss
-Euthanasia & End of Life Decisions
-Elderly Pet Loss
-Runaway or Lost Pets
-Loss Through Divorce or a Separation
-Traumatic Loss
-Early or Unexpected Loss of Young Pets
-Disenfranchised Grief by Friends & Families
-Unexpected attachment to animals raised for meat consumption (livestock, 4-H, FFA)
-Children's Grief
-Veterinary Professionals (vicarious trauma & Compassion Fatigue)
I am trained in EMDR & will often intertwine this modality with traditional talk therapy to assist my therapy clients in their healing. I served as a board member for the Association for Pet Loss & Bereavement (APLB) & was an instructor/course creator for the acclaimed Pet Loss Grief Specialist course. I also serve as a resource & consultant for media outlets. Please contact and book me through Petworks. Have a great day!
- Licensed
- Insured
- Online Sessions
How do you serve precious pets?
- Pet Loss Grief Counselor
- Pet Bereavement
- Pet Loss Support
How do you help pet parents honor the lives of their pets and cope with difficult loss?
- Pet Loss Grief Counseling
What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?
- Alpacas
- Birds
- Cats
- Chickens
- Chinchillas
- Dogs
- Ducks
- Ferrets
- Fish
- Frogs
- Gerbils
- Goats
- Guinea Pigs
- Hamsters
- Hedgehogs
- Horses
- Lizards
- Mice
- Parrots
- Rabbits
- Rats
- Snakes
- Turtles
What licensing do you have?
- Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
On a scale of snail to elephant, what size animals do you work with?
- 20-39 lbs
- 40-79 lbs
- 80+ lbs
- under 20 lbs
Pet Certifications
- Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement (APLB)
Proud member of...
- Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement (APLB)
Do you offer mobile services?
- No
Education
MA Clinical Psychology
Which part of the country do you serve pets?
Coaching & consulting is offered nationwide. Therapy is offered within the state of California via video or phone.
What year did you begin serving pets?
I've been working with pets since the 1980's.
How did you hone your craft?
I'm a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, a lifetime pet parent, & a pet loss survivor myself.
What tip would you give pet parents for working with animals that you've learned as a pro?
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How do you serve precious pets?
- Pet Loss Grief Counselor
- Pet Bereavement
- Pet Loss Support
How do you help pet parents honor the lives of their pets and cope with difficult loss?
- Pet Loss Grief Counseling
What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?
- Alpacas
- Birds
- Cats
- Chickens
- Chinchillas
- Dogs
- Ducks
- Ferrets
- Fish
- Frogs
- Gerbils
- Goats
- Guinea Pigs
- Hamsters
- Hedgehogs
- Horses
- Lizards
- Mice
- Parrots
- Rabbits
- Rats
- Snakes
- Turtles
What licensing do you have?
- Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
On a scale of snail to elephant, what size animals do you work with?
- 20-39 lbs
- 40-79 lbs
- 80+ lbs
- under 20 lbs
Pet Certifications
- Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement (APLB)
Proud member of...
- Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement (APLB)
Do you offer mobile services?
- No
Education
MA Clinical Psychology
Which part of the country do you serve pets?
Coaching & consulting is offered nationwide. Therapy is offered within the state of California via video or phone.
What year did you begin serving pets?
I've been working with pets since the 1980's.
How did you hone your craft?
I'm a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, a lifetime pet parent, & a pet loss survivor myself.
What tip would you give pet parents for working with animals that you've learned as a pro?
Get Pet Insurance!
💙 You don't have to carry this alone.
The loss of a pet can stop your world. The house feels quieter. You reach for them out of habit and they're not there. Grief like this is real — and it deserves real support.
Marina Resa MA LMFT provides compassionate, one-on-one pet loss grief counseling to help you process grief, navigate difficult emotions, and find peace after losing a pet you loved. Whether your loss is recent or happened years ago, Marina offers a safe, judgment-free space to share memories, work through feelings of sadness, guilt, or anger, and develop coping strategies tailored to your unique situation.
Sessions are conducted online, so you can reach out from anywhere — whenever you're ready. Based in Los Angeles, CA, Marina Resa MA LMFT serves pet parents nationwide, and also works with clients in Long Beach, Anaheim, Santa Ana, Riverside, Irvine, San Bernardino, Fontana, Glendale, Huntington Beach, Ontario and throughout Los Angeles County.
🦔 How do I book a session with Marina Resa MA LMFT?
Booking is simple and handled entirely through PetWorks. Visit Marina's profile, review credentials and client feedback, and use 'Book Now' or 'Get Custom Quote' or 'Send Message' to initiate a conversation and request a booking with Marina . You'll only pay when you book, and payment is handled securely — Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Affirm, Link, or Klarna. Care Coverage at checkout gives you access to PetWorks' live Concierge team, full refunds if a booking is canceled through no fault of yours, and help resolving any booking issues — so the only thing you need to focus on is your healing.
What is PetWorks Care Coverage?
PetWorks Care Coverage is our satisfaction guarantee. If something isn't right with your session, we'll work to make it right — so you can focus on healing, not logistics.
💛 If you’re here, it likely means you’re carrying the weight of a loss that feels deeply personal and difficult to put into words. Grieving a pet is never simple, and there’s no “right” way to move through it—only your way, at your own pace. Working with a pet loss grief counselor can offer a steady, compassionate space to process what you’re feeling, honor the bond you shared, and begin finding moments of peace again. When you feel ready, support is here to meet you where you are, without judgment, pressure, or expectation—just understanding and care as you navigate this journey.
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