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Jeff Levy
- Jeff Levy, LCSW - Pet Loss Grief Support Counselor - Chicago, IL
- Chicago, IL - As a longtime dog parent, I know the kind of bonds we form with our animal family members; the role they play in our families, and the...
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Joslyn Jelinek
- Chicago Human Potential - Pet Loss Grief Counseling - Chicago, IL
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- Chicago, IL - We are a comprehensive mental health center that specializes in Pet Loss and Grief. We understand the the death of your beloved companion can be as devastating...
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Mary Jeanne Murl
- MJMurl Psychotherapy and Wellness - Pet Loss Grief Counselor - Madison, WI
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- Madison, WI - Peace be with you! I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been helping people overcome difficulties, establish healthy relationships...
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Linda Colletti
- Pet Loss Grief Counseling Resource Center - Madison, WI
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- Madison, WI - I am a Certified Pet Loss Grief Specialist. I've worked 21 years with a hospice as a grief counselor. For the past 5 years I've worked as...
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Sandra Ferrell
- Pet Loss Bereavement Support - Louisville, KY
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- Louisville, KY - Specializing in affordable, compassionate pet loss support. I am a Certified Pet Loss Bereavement Specialist and Certified Mental Health Advocate, as well as a life-long animal lover...
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Neil Staplin
- Neil Staplin LCSW Pet Loss Grief Counselor - West Allis, WI
- West Allis, WI - Hello! My name is Neil Staplin, an LCSW (therapist) and Veterinary Social Worker based in Wisconsin. I specialize in helping pet parents cope with the deep...
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Emily Sorbel
- Naomi's Light - Certified Pet Loss Grief Counselor - Hartford, WI
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- Hartford, WI - I am a Pet Loss Support Specialist through Pet Loss Partners, a Certified Animal Hospice Practitioner through the Animal Hospice Group and an Animal Reiki Practitioner trained...
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Lori Krauth
- Turtle Talk Pet Loss Support and Pet Photography - Clarksville, TN
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- Clarksville, TN - Losing a beloved pet can be an emotionally overwhelming experience, and navigating the grief that follows requires understanding and support. Our pet grief support services are tailored...
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How can I cope with the overwhelming grief after losing my pet?
Coping with pet loss is deeply personal, but some effective strategies include allowing yourself to fully grieve, talking openly about your feelings with supportive friends or family, creating a memorial (like a photo album or garden), and keeping a journal to express your emotions. It’s also helpful to join pet loss support groups in Illinois, or seek professional counseling from a pet bereavement specialist who understands the unique bond between people and their animals.
Is it normal to feel more grief over losing a pet than a person?
Yes, it’s completely normal. The bond with a pet is often unconditional, daily, and emotionally intense. Pets provide companionship, routine, and love without judgment. Losing that connection can feel just as devastating, or even more so, than human loss. Grief isn’t a competition, and your feelings are valid. Seeking support from pet loss counselors in Illinois or online communities can help you feel understood and less alone during this time.