Toby's Friends - Pet Loss Grief Counseling - Nationwide
I am truly sorry for your loss. With compassion I will walk alongside as you take this journey of healing using sound psychological techniques based in brain science. I understand from first hand experience that the loss of a beloved pet changes our world forever whether it be from a natural passing or euthanasia or tragic loss or rehoming.
For those who are about to lose a pet the anticipatory bereavement can be particularly overwhelming and it does not have to be that way. Also those who lose a loyal service animal the grief can be uniquely painful. The way we feel after our beloved passes is not the new normal. We deserve not to be sad, we deserve not to continually suffer, we deserve to be able to release sadness, guilt, and anger. However, our grief is unique it is as individual as a snowflake.
My vocation is to help all who are experiencing pet loss, I am especially called to singles, couples, disabled, seniors, and those in the LGBTQ+ community. During our session I will make a safe space for you to express your feelings, and gently guide you into a place of healing.
- Licensed
- Certified
- Online Sessions
Pricing Packages
Standard price is $100. Pet Works customers receive a 15% discount making the first session $85.00.
During our private session either by telephone or Zoom which is your choice we will focus solely on your loss. With compassion and empathy I will help you move into a place of healing. Using proving psychological and brain science techniques I will help you break the cycle of sadness while still honoring your beloved in your heart everyday.
Standard price is $75.00. Pet Works customers receive a 15% discount making the first session $63.00
This session is a subsequent session that may be needed to help in the healing process.
This is a package for those who would like to have multiple sessions over a span of 4 that are focused on healing techniques in a safe compassionate environment.. Works out to be $30 a session.
This 30-minute session designed as a follow-up after subsequent sessions offers focused support, a listening ear, and compassionate understanding. Whether you need to reminisce, or simply connect with a counselor I am here for you.
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 Burial
- Pet Cremation
- Pet Loss Grief Counseling
- Pet Euthanasia
- Pet Memorials
- Pet Preservation
What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?
- Birds
- Cats
- Chickens
- Chinchillas
- Dogs
- Ducks
- Ferrets
- Fish
- Frogs
- Gerbils
- Goats
- Guinea Pigs
- Hamsters
- Hedgehogs
- Horses
- Lizards
- Parrots
- Rabbits
- Rats
- Snakes
- Turtles
What licensing do you have?
- Business License
- USDA Licensed
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
- Certificate in Training and Counseling (CTC)
- CPBL Certified Pet Bereavement Professional
Proud member of...
- International Association for Animal Hospice and Palliative Care (IAAHPC)
- Missing Pet Partnership (MPP)
Do you offer mobile services?
- Yes
Education
R.A.C.E certified and secondary
Which part of the country do you serve pets?
Nation Wide
What year did you begin serving pets?
2019
Distinction
Customer Reviews
Greg is the most compassionate and supportive person. We immediately felt connected and safe to discuss our pain. I could not express how significant working with him was in our coping with the loss of beloved pet.
- Sharon RThings went incredibly well. I found Gregory to be very friendly, knowledgeable and quite compassionate. He was the single most helpful factor in this whole grieving process. I have since recommended him to someone else.
Thank you so much Gregory!
Greg is a wonderfully supportive counselor who provided great resources for us to start working through our grief for our beloved girl Tricksie. He truly understands what its like to be at the beginning of this journey and provides hope that we will find our way through to the other side. Thank you!
- Kristin Msession was very healing
- Alexandra WGreg is a wonderful person and was able to empower me to handle to my grief. He is extremely empathetic and the tools and support he offers are extremely effective. He can help you not be overcome with sadness and give you the power to transform your grief.
- Josiah EGreg was so helpful and kind. He understood and honored my grief and gave me some tools to help me with it.
- Bill FSecond session with Greg and continues to be very helpful for me through this hard time
- Bill FMy session with Greg was great. He went into depth with the various resources and techniques that can help with the grieving process. I found speaking with Greg to be very comforting and felt comfortable to let my emotions out. I will be continue to book sessions with Greg.
- Itxel VI love meetings with Gregory. He’s been helping me a lot through the grieving process. I’ll continue to book sessions with him.
- Itxel VI was initially drawn to Gregory because of the photo of him with his Pomeranian—and I’m so glad I followed that instinct. He was such a comforting presence, with a warm voice and a truly empathetic way of listening. He offered thoughtful guidance, meaningful resources, and so much reassurance around both animal communication and grief. I especially appreciated how he opened our session by asking how my dog and I first met—it set a tone that was personal, loving, and grounded. He also shared a bit about his own near-death experience, which brought an unexpected depth and perspective to our time together. It was a powerful, supportive session, and one I’ll carry with me.
- Noelle MHow 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 Burial
- Pet Cremation
- Pet Loss Grief Counseling
- Pet Euthanasia
- Pet Memorials
- Pet Preservation
What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?
- Birds
- Cats
- Chickens
- Chinchillas
- Dogs
- Ducks
- Ferrets
- Fish
- Frogs
- Gerbils
- Goats
- Guinea Pigs
- Hamsters
- Hedgehogs
- Horses
- Lizards
- Parrots
- Rabbits
- Rats
- Snakes
- Turtles
What licensing do you have?
- Business License
- USDA Licensed
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
- Certificate in Training and Counseling (CTC)
- CPBL Certified Pet Bereavement Professional
Proud member of...
- International Association for Animal Hospice and Palliative Care (IAAHPC)
- Missing Pet Partnership (MPP)
Do you offer mobile services?
- Yes
Education
R.A.C.E certified and secondary
Which part of the country do you serve pets?
Nation Wide
What year did you begin serving pets?
2019
Customer Reviews
Greg is the most compassionate and supportive person. We immediately felt connected and safe to discuss our pain. I could not express how significant working with him was in our coping with the loss of beloved pet.
- Sharon RThings went incredibly well. I found Gregory to be very friendly, knowledgeable and quite compassionate. He was the single most helpful factor in this whole grieving process. I have since recommended him to someone else.
Thank you so much Gregory!
Greg is a wonderfully supportive counselor who provided great resources for us to start working through our grief for our beloved girl Tricksie. He truly understands what its like to be at the beginning of this journey and provides hope that we will find our way through to the other side. Thank you!
- Kristin Msession was very healing
- Alexandra WGreg is a wonderful person and was able to empower me to handle to my grief. He is extremely empathetic and the tools and support he offers are extremely effective. He can help you not be overcome with sadness and give you the power to transform your grief.
- Josiah EGreg was so helpful and kind. He understood and honored my grief and gave me some tools to help me with it.
- Bill FSecond session with Greg and continues to be very helpful for me through this hard time
- Bill FMy session with Greg was great. He went into depth with the various resources and techniques that can help with the grieving process. I found speaking with Greg to be very comforting and felt comfortable to let my emotions out. I will be continue to book sessions with Greg.
- Itxel VI love meetings with Gregory. He’s been helping me a lot through the grieving process. I’ll continue to book sessions with him.
- Itxel VI was initially drawn to Gregory because of the photo of him with his Pomeranian—and I’m so glad I followed that instinct. He was such a comforting presence, with a warm voice and a truly empathetic way of listening. He offered thoughtful guidance, meaningful resources, and so much reassurance around both animal communication and grief. I especially appreciated how he opened our session by asking how my dog and I first met—it set a tone that was personal, loving, and grounded. He also shared a bit about his own near-death experience, which brought an unexpected depth and perspective to our time together. It was a powerful, supportive session, and one I’ll carry with me.
- Noelle MLosing a beloved pet can be overwhelming, but connecting virtually with a compassionate pet loss grief counselor like Gregory Tomkiel in Pasadena, CA (Los Angeles County) can make a meaningful difference.
Gregory provides personalized, one-on-one pet loss grief counseling to help grieving pet parents process grief, navigate intense emotions, and find peace after the loss of a cherished dog, cat, or animal companion.
Whether your loss is recent or years ago, Gregory Tomkiel offers a safe, judgment-free space to share memories, explore feelings of sadness, guilt, or anger, and develop healthy coping strategies tailored to your unique situation.
Serving pet parents throughout California with both in-person and online sessions, Gregory makes it easy to receive licensed grief counseling from the comfort of your home.
With years of experience and a deep understanding of the human-animal bond, Gregory Tomkiel helps grieving pet parents honor their pets’ memories while finding clarity, comfort, and emotional healing.
Take the first step toward peace today and book a one-on-one session with Gregory from Pasadena to begin your journey toward understanding and healing. Gregory services grieving pet parents nationwide, and also serves locally in the following towns and cities near Pasadena: Los Angeles, Glendale, Long Beach, Santa Ana, Anaheim, Irvine, Huntington Beach, Fullerton, Torrance, Downey, California
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