Katie Murphy, LMHC: Pet Loss Grief Counselor|Massachusetts - Greenfield, MA
Of the many types of relationships that I specialize in, the one dearest to my heart is the relationship between dog and human. With our beloved animals, there exists a special bond that many people are fortunate enough to experience in their lives. Out of this special attachment comes pure joy, but it can also lead to wrenching heartache.
Having both personal and professional experience with pet loss grief, I want to assure you that you are not alone. I have personally navigated and worked through the difficult emotions associated with losing my beloved friends.
In Massachusetts, I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), a certified grief educator, certified in pet loss grief, and a proud member of the Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement (APLB). Providing unconditional compassion and a safe space, I am passionate about supporting individuals of all ages as they navigate the loss of their furry companion.
I offer 1:1 HIPAA-compliant telehealth sessions for individuals located throughout Massachusetts and accept insurance, including: Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, and Harvard Pilgrim and Tufts.
Please contact and book me on PetWorks. Thank you so much.
- Licensed
- Certified
- Insured
- Online Sessions
Pricing Packages
This package includes a private, one-on-one HIPPA-compliant telehealth session with a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). After the initial booking through Petworks, ongoing sessions may be eligible for insurance coverage for some clients, depending on their insurance plan.
Please note that clients must be physically located in Massachusetts at the time of their scheduled telehealth session in accordance with licensure requirements.
Cancellation Policy: Kindly notify me 24 hours in advance if you need to cancel and/or reschedule.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to message me.
How do you serve precious pets?
- Pet Loss Grief Counselor
- Pet Loss Support
- Pet Bereavement
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?
- Birds
- Cats
- Dogs
- Guinea Pigs
- Hamsters
- Horses
- Turtles
What licensing do you have?
- Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
Pet Certifications
- Certified Pet Loss Professional (CPLP)
- David Kessler Certified Grief Educator
Proud member of...
- Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement (APLB)
Do you offer mobile services?
- No
Education
I earned my master's degree in counseling from Springfield College, and in 2015 became a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Massachusetts. I currently maintain a private practice, and am trained as a grief educator, with pet loss grief as a central focus of my work.
Which part of the country do you serve pets?
I support clients throughout Massachusetts, including Boston, Cambridge, Worcester, Amherst, Northampton, and surrounding communities, through HIPPA-compliant telehealth.
What year did you begin serving pets?
I earned my license as a mental health clinician (LMHC) in 2015, and recently chose to dedicate my practice more intentionally to pet loss grief, bringing years of clinical experience into this specialized work.
SERVICE AREA: Within 200 miles, including I support clients throughout Massachusetts, including Boston, Cambridge, Worcester, Amherst, Northampton, and surrounding communities, through HIPPA-compliant telehealth.
Distinction
How do you serve precious pets?
- Pet Loss Grief Counselor
- Pet Loss Support
- Pet Bereavement
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?
- Birds
- Cats
- Dogs
- Guinea Pigs
- Hamsters
- Horses
- Turtles
What licensing do you have?
- Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
Pet Certifications
- Certified Pet Loss Professional (CPLP)
- David Kessler Certified Grief Educator
Proud member of...
- Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement (APLB)
Do you offer mobile services?
- No
Education
I earned my master's degree in counseling from Springfield College, and in 2015 became a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Massachusetts. I currently maintain a private practice, and am trained as a grief educator, with pet loss grief as a central focus of my work.
Which part of the country do you serve pets?
I support clients throughout Massachusetts, including Boston, Cambridge, Worcester, Amherst, Northampton, and surrounding communities, through HIPPA-compliant telehealth.
What year did you begin serving pets?
I earned my license as a mental health clinician (LMHC) in 2015, and recently chose to dedicate my practice more intentionally to pet loss grief, bringing years of clinical experience into this specialized work.
đź’™ 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.
Katie Murphy 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, Katie 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 Greenfield, MA, Katie Murphy serves pet parents nationwide, and also works with clients in Northampton, Amherst, Chicopee, Westfield, Holyoke, North Adams, Pittsfield, Easthampton, Ludlow, Agawam and throughout Franklin County.
🦔 How do I book a session with Katie Murphy?
Booking is simple and handled entirely through PetWorks. Visit Katie'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 Katie . 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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