Compassionate Pet Loss Grief Therapy - Nationwide
Losing a beloved pet can be an overwhelming and isolating experience, and I am here to help you navigate this difficult journey. Hi- I'm Dr. Sierra Trainor, a licensed clinical psychologist with a Doctorate and Master's degree in Clinical Psychology. I have dedicated my career to supporting individuals in their healing journeys since 2005. Specializing in pet loss and grief therapy, I am a Pet Loss Grief Counseling Trained Professional and certified Compassionate Bereavement Care provider. My approach combines individual therapy, mindfulness practices, and meaningful rituals to help you process your grief, honor your pet's memory, and find healing.
Our pets are cherished family members who offer us unconditional love and companionship. Whether you're facing the anticipated loss of a pet due to age or illness, or dealing with the unexpected, the pain can be profound. I offer a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you can share your feelings and memories. Together, we'll navigate your grief, create rituals to honor your pet, and develop coping strategies that bring self-compassion and healing. My expertise also includes somatic embodiment, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), and breathwork facilitation, providing a holistic approach to healing your mind, body, and spirit.
I am honored to extend my services to clients across 43 states through PsyPact, allowing for virtual sessions that accommodate your needs wherever you are. As a fellow pet parent, I truly understand the depth of your grief and am committed to guiding you through this challenging time. Let's take this healing journey together, exploring the light, the dark, and all the in-betweens of loss. Ready to get started? Book me through Petworks today!
- Licensed
- Certified
- Online Sessions
Pricing Packages
Losing a beloved pet can be one of the most painful and misunderstood forms of grief. As a licensed psychologist specializing in pet loss and bereavement, I offer a compassionate, grounded space to help you navigate this deeply personal experience.
These 50-minute therapy sessions are designed to support you through the emotional, psychological, and relational impact of pet loss, whether your grief is recent or has been carried for some time.
In our work together, you can expect:
-A warm, nonjudgmental space where your grief is fully honored
-Support in processing emotions such as sadness, guilt, anger, or numbness
-Guidance in understanding the attachment bond with your pet and what the loss represents
-Coping strategies tailored to your unique grieving process
-Meaning-making and gentle support in adjusting to life after loss
Grief is not something we get over; it's something we learn to carry and something to move through with care. My approach integrates evidence-based psychological practices with deep respect for the human-animal bond.
Sessions are 50 minutes and offered via secure, HIPAA compliant telehealth.
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
- Rats
- Turtles
What licensing do you have?
- Licensed Clinical Psychologist
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
Do you offer mobile services?
- No
Education
Clinical Psychologist, Doctor of Clinical Psychology, Psy.D.
Which part of the country do you serve pets?
Duval County FL, Jacksonville, St. Augustine, Orange Park, Fernandina Beach, Palm Coast, Gainesville, Lake City, Middleburg, Atlantic Beach, Neptune Beach, Florida, and anywhere in the United States and abroad via online sessions on PetWorks
What year did you begin serving pets?
2005
How did you hone your craft?
I honed my craft through a combination of clinical training, direct therapeutic work with clients across grief and trauma, and ongoing specialization in pet loss and attachment. Over time, I’ve also been shaped deeply by my own lived experience of losing beloved animals, which has given me an even greater appreciation for how profound and complex this type of grief can be.
What is one thing you want pet parents to know about you? It can be whatev-fur you'd like!
What I want pet parents to know is that you don’t have to go through this alone. Pet grief is real, and I offer a compassionate, supportive space to help you process your loss, honor your pet, and begin to heal at your own pace.
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Customer Reviews
Dr. Trainor is an incredibly kind, compassionate, and skilled therapist. She is competent in serving clients with many different challenges and specializes in helping others navigate pet loss. She is genuinely invested in her clients and cares deeply for those experiencing grief and loss. She is warm, patient, and understanding.
- Kassie TDr. Trainor is a warm and caring clinician that has a unique ability to make clients feel heard, understood, and accepted. She has years of experience working with clients from diverse backgrounds, with a variety of mental health conditions, using multiple treatment modalities. Dr. Trainor approaches her work with dedication and deep concern about her clients’ progress and well-being.
- Zhanna RI cannot recommend Dr. Sierra Trainor highly enough. She is an exceptional therapist who has a gift for helping her clients feel deeply heard and understood. Dr. Trainor is ahead of the curve in her use of a holistic, mind/body approach to wellness. She has a unique gift in helping folks work through grief after losing a beloved pet; her compassion towards the emotional bond between individuals and their animal companions is unmatched.
- Shannon YDr. Trainor has over a decade of experience. She is a highly skilled and empathetic clinician. Additionally, she takes a unique, holistic approach to treatment.
- Mandy AHow 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
- Rats
- Turtles
What licensing do you have?
- Licensed Clinical Psychologist
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
Do you offer mobile services?
- No
Education
Clinical Psychologist, Doctor of Clinical Psychology, Psy.D.
Which part of the country do you serve pets?
Duval County FL, Jacksonville, St. Augustine, Orange Park, Fernandina Beach, Palm Coast, Gainesville, Lake City, Middleburg, Atlantic Beach, Neptune Beach, Florida, and anywhere in the United States and abroad via online sessions on PetWorks
What year did you begin serving pets?
2005
How did you hone your craft?
I honed my craft through a combination of clinical training, direct therapeutic work with clients across grief and trauma, and ongoing specialization in pet loss and attachment. Over time, I’ve also been shaped deeply by my own lived experience of losing beloved animals, which has given me an even greater appreciation for how profound and complex this type of grief can be.
What is one thing you want pet parents to know about you? It can be whatev-fur you'd like!
What I want pet parents to know is that you don’t have to go through this alone. Pet grief is real, and I offer a compassionate, supportive space to help you process your loss, honor your pet, and begin to heal at your own pace.
Customer Reviews
Dr. Trainor is an incredibly kind, compassionate, and skilled therapist. She is competent in serving clients with many different challenges and specializes in helping others navigate pet loss. She is genuinely invested in her clients and cares deeply for those experiencing grief and loss. She is warm, patient, and understanding.
- Kassie TDr. Trainor is a warm and caring clinician that has a unique ability to make clients feel heard, understood, and accepted. She has years of experience working with clients from diverse backgrounds, with a variety of mental health conditions, using multiple treatment modalities. Dr. Trainor approaches her work with dedication and deep concern about her clients’ progress and well-being.
- Zhanna RI cannot recommend Dr. Sierra Trainor highly enough. She is an exceptional therapist who has a gift for helping her clients feel deeply heard and understood. Dr. Trainor is ahead of the curve in her use of a holistic, mind/body approach to wellness. She has a unique gift in helping folks work through grief after losing a beloved pet; her compassion towards the emotional bond between individuals and their animal companions is unmatched.
- Shannon YDr. Trainor has over a decade of experience. She is a highly skilled and empathetic clinician. Additionally, she takes a unique, holistic approach to treatment.
- Mandy A💙 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.
Sierra Trainor 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, Sierra 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 Jacksonville, FL, Sierra Trainor serves pet parents nationwide, and also works with clients in Saint Augustine, Palm Coast, Palatka, Orange Park, Saint Marys, Green Cove Springs, Kingsland, Middleburg, Fernandina Beach, Yulee and throughout Duval County.
🦔 How do I book a session with Sierra Trainor?
Booking is simple and handled entirely through PetWorks. Visit Sierra'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 Sierra . 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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