Certified Pet Loss Grief Specialist - Nationwide

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We all experience loss. You don't have to go through it alone. Grief isn't one size fits all. We help you explore every layer - from emotional pain to physical symptoms like exhaustion and difficulty sleeping. We don't help you "move on", we help you move forward so you are ready to love again. You won't be told how to feel here. Your story, your emotions and your timeline are honored. Grief isn't rushed - it's walked through together. You will be met here with empathy and without judgement. It's not "just a dog" or "just a cat" or "just.....". Saying goodbye to a beloved pet is one of the most profound yet often overlooked forms of grief. They were a part of your daily routine, your quiet moments, your joy. When they are gone, the silence can be deafening. At Good Mourning, we provide a safe space to navigate overwhelming emotions, offer coping strategies and find meaning after the loss.

About me - I have been a therapist for over 40 years and in addition to my Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology, I am a Certified Pet Loss Grief Specialist. My confidential, client centered and strength-based approach ensures that therapy is tailored to meet your specific needs.

I have experienced pet losses in the past and I currently have 4 pets.

  • Certified
  • Online Sessions

How do you serve precious pets?

  • Pet Bereavement
  • Pet Loss Grief Counselor
  • Pet Loss Support

What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?

  • Alpacas
  • Birds
  • Cats
  • Chickens
  • Chinchillas
  • Dogs
  • Ducks
  • Ferrets
  • Fish
  • Goats
  • Guinea Pigs
  • Hamsters
  • Hedgehogs
  • Horses
  • Lizards
  • Parrots
  • Rabbits
  • Turtles

Pet Certifications

  • American Academy of Grief Counseling Certification

What year did you begin serving pets?

2000

Cat-astrophes happen! What is your cancellation policy?

PetWorks Cancellation Policy Pet Care Professional's Own Policy If a pet care professional has published their own cancellation or refund policy, that policy governs the refund of the service amount only. Any PetWorks fees, including the Care Coverage Fee and Pet Care Professional Cancellation Fee, are governed by this PetWorks Cancellation Policy and not by the pet care professional's policy. Pet Parent Cancels If the pet care professional has not published their own cancellation policy, the service amount is refundable only if the pet parent cancels at least 72 hours before the scheduled start time of the booking. Cancellations within 72 hours of the scheduled start time are non-refundable for the service amount. The Care Coverage Fee is non-refundable when a pet parent cancels, regardless of timing and regardless of whether the pet care professional has their own cancellation policy. Pet Parent No-Show If a pet parent does not show up for a confirmed booking, no refund will be issued for the service amount or the Care Coverage Fee. Pet Care Professional Cancels If a pet care professional cancels a confirmed booking, the pet parent receives a 100% refund of everything they paid, including the Care Coverage Fee. The pet care professional receives no payment for the canceled service and is charged a Pet Care Professional Cancellation Fee equal to 10% of the service amount, up to a maximum of $150. PetWorks may collect this fee by deducting it from a future payout through PetWorks or by other means if no future payout is available. Policy in Effect at Booking The cancellation rules that apply to a booking, including any pet care professional cancellation policy on file and the Pet Care Professional Cancellation Fee rate, are those that were in effect when the booking was confirmed.
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elizabeth (liz) pollack

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BASED IN Washington, IL

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American Academy of Grief Counseling Certification

How do you serve precious pets?

  • Pet Bereavement
  • Pet Loss Grief Counselor
  • Pet Loss Support

What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?

  • Alpacas
  • Birds
  • Cats
  • Chickens
  • Chinchillas
  • Dogs
  • Ducks
  • Ferrets
  • Fish
  • Goats
  • Guinea Pigs
  • Hamsters
  • Hedgehogs
  • Horses
  • Lizards
  • Parrots
  • Rabbits
  • Turtles

Pet Certifications

  • American Academy of Grief Counseling Certification

What year did you begin serving pets?

2000

Cat-astrophes happen! What is your cancellation policy?

PetWorks Cancellation Policy Pet Care Professional's Own Policy If a pet care professional has published their own cancellation or refund policy, that policy governs the refund of the service amount only. Any PetWorks fees, including the Care Coverage Fee and Pet Care Professional Cancellation Fee, are governed by this PetWorks Cancellation Policy and not by the pet care professional's policy. Pet Parent Cancels If the pet care professional has not published their own cancellation policy, the service amount is refundable only if the pet parent cancels at least 72 hours before the scheduled start time of the booking. Cancellations within 72 hours of the scheduled start time are non-refundable for the service amount. The Care Coverage Fee is non-refundable when a pet parent cancels, regardless of timing and regardless of whether the pet care professional has their own cancellation policy. Pet Parent No-Show If a pet parent does not show up for a confirmed booking, no refund will be issued for the service amount or the Care Coverage Fee. Pet Care Professional Cancels If a pet care professional cancels a confirmed booking, the pet parent receives a 100% refund of everything they paid, including the Care Coverage Fee. The pet care professional receives no payment for the canceled service and is charged a Pet Care Professional Cancellation Fee equal to 10% of the service amount, up to a maximum of $150. PetWorks may collect this fee by deducting it from a future payout through PetWorks or by other means if no future payout is available. Policy in Effect at Booking The cancellation rules that apply to a booking, including any pet care professional cancellation policy on file and the Pet Care Professional Cancellation Fee rate, are those that were in effect when the booking was confirmed.

💙 There are moments in the grief process when what you need most is simply to be heard by someone who truly understands — someone who knows that the loss of a pet is not a small thing, that the silence in the home is real, and that what you are carrying deserves the same compassion and attention as any profound loss. That is what Elizabeth (Liz) offers.


What Elizabeth (Liz) Can Help You With


Pet loss grief arrives differently for everyone — and Elizabeth (Liz) works with each client according to where they are in their own process, without a fixed agenda or a predetermined timeline. Sessions with Elizabeth (Liz) typically address processing the immediate emotional aftermath of losing a pet, navigating anticipatory grief for those preparing to say goodbye to an aging or seriously ill companion, working through guilt and doubt around end-of-life decisions including euthanasia, finding meaningful and personal ways to honor your pet's memory, adjusting to a daily routine that has been fundamentally altered by their absence, and helping other family members — including children and surviving pets — move through the loss in their own way. If you are not sure exactly what you need, that is completely normal. Elizabeth (Liz)'s first session is designed to help you find that out together.


Why Book With Elizabeth (Liz)


Choosing the right person to help you through pet loss is a deeply personal decision — and the most important thing is finding someone whose presence feels safe and whose approach feels right for you. Elizabeth (Liz) brings verified credentials, real client experience, and a genuine understanding of the human-animal bond to every session. Because sessions are conducted virtually, there is no commute, no waiting room, and no need to hold yourself together in a clinical setting — you can show up exactly as you are, from the place where you feel closest to your pet's memory. Elizabeth (Liz) serves clients throughout Illinois and is available to anyone nationwide through PetWorks.


🦔 How Booking a Session With Elizabeth (Liz) Works


Booking is simple and handled entirely through PetWorks. Visit Elizabeth (Liz)'s profile, review credentials and client feedback, and use Book Now or Get Custom Quote to initiate a conversation and request a booking with Elizabeth (Liz) . 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.


Serving clients in Washington, Illinois and throughout Tazewell County, including Peoria, East Peoria, Pekin, Morton, Normal, Bloomington, Canton, Lincoln, Metamora, Eureka — and available nationwide through virtual sessions on PetWorks.

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