Compassionate Pet Loss Therapy - Nationwide

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Hi, I’m Brianna, and I’m here to support you through one of the most challenging and deeply personal experiences...losing a beloved pet. As someone who has walked this path myself, I truly understand the unique bond we share with our animal companions and how profound the grief can feel when they’re gone.

In my work as a pet loss grief counselor, I strive to create a safe and comforting space where you can honor your feelings, share your stories, and begin to heal at your own pace. My approach is warm, empathetic, and grounded in a deep respect for the love and connection you shared with your pet.

You don’t have to navigate this journey alone. I’m here to help you find peace and meaning as you move forward while keeping the love you shared alive in your heart.

  • Licensed
  • Certified
  • Bonded
  • Insured
  • BBB Accredited
  • Online Sessions
  • Mobile Services

Pricing Packages

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Heartstrings Healing
$ 125.00 Per 60 minutes book

The Heartstrings Healing Package offers personalized support to help you navigate the profound emotions of pet loss. Through compassionate telehealth sessions, we’ll honor the bond you shared, explore creative ways to memorialize your pet, and provide tools for both immediate comfort and lasting healing.

How do you serve precious pets?

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

What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?

  • Alpacas
  • Birds
  • Cats
  • Chickens
  • Chinchillas
  • Dogs
  • Ducks
  • Ferrets
  • Fish
  • Frogs
  • Gerbils
  • Guinea Pigs
  • Hamsters
  • Hedgehogs
  • Horses
  • Lizards
  • Mice
  • Parrots
  • Rabbits
  • Rats
  • Snakes
  • Turtles

What licensing do you have?

  • Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)

How do you help pet parents honor the lives of their pets and cope with difficult loss?

  • Pet Loss Grief Counseling

Pet Certifications

  • Certificate in Training and Counseling (CTC)

Bonded and Insured

  • Bonded
  • Insured

Proud member of...

  • American Counseling Association (ACA)
  • American Psychological Association
  • Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement (APLB)

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.

Education

Master's in Mental Health Counseling-The City College of New York, 2021

Which part of the country do you serve pets?

Based in New York City, NY, and serving the United States

What year did you begin serving pets?

2024

How did you hone your craft?

My journey into pet loss grief counseling began with a deep love and respect for the bond between humans and animals, which was profoundly shaped by the loss of my own dog, Molly. That personal experience led me to study grief and loss, and gave me the tools to support others experiencing similar heartbreak. I honed my craft though specialized training, ongoing professional development, and by listening closely to the unique stories of my clients. Each interaction has deepened my understanding of the diverse ways people process and heal from the loss of a beloved animal companion.

What tip would you give pet parents for working with animals that you've learned as a pro?

One of the most important things I have learned is to honor the individuality of each animal. Just as humans have unique personalities, so do animals, and they thrive when their specific needs, quirks and preferences are respected. Building a relationship rooted in patience, understanding and presence not only strengthens the bond but also creates a foundation for lasting memories that can provide comfort and joy, even after they are gone.

What is one thing you want pet parents to know about you? It can be whatev-fur you'd like!

I want pet parents to know that I deeply understand the gravity of their loss because I have lived it myself. My work is not only professional but also deeply personal. I bring compassion, empathy and a creative approach to help clients process their grief, celebrate their animal companion's life, and ultimately find a path toward healing.
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Customer Reviews

This session was exactly what I needed. Brianna is a skilled professional with lots of compassion and understanding. We are still working together and I’m grateful for that.

- Andrea T

How do you serve precious pets?

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

What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?

  • Alpacas
  • Birds
  • Cats
  • Chickens
  • Chinchillas
  • Dogs
  • Ducks
  • Ferrets
  • Fish
  • Frogs
  • Gerbils
  • Guinea Pigs
  • Hamsters
  • Hedgehogs
  • Horses
  • Lizards
  • Mice
  • Parrots
  • Rabbits
  • Rats
  • Snakes
  • Turtles

What licensing do you have?

  • Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)

How do you help pet parents honor the lives of their pets and cope with difficult loss?

  • Pet Loss Grief Counseling

Pet Certifications

  • Certificate in Training and Counseling (CTC)

Bonded and Insured

  • Bonded
  • Insured

Proud member of...

  • American Counseling Association (ACA)
  • American Psychological Association
  • Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement (APLB)

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.

Education

Master's in Mental Health Counseling-The City College of New York, 2021

Which part of the country do you serve pets?

Based in New York City, NY, and serving the United States

What year did you begin serving pets?

2024

How did you hone your craft?

My journey into pet loss grief counseling began with a deep love and respect for the bond between humans and animals, which was profoundly shaped by the loss of my own dog, Molly. That personal experience led me to study grief and loss, and gave me the tools to support others experiencing similar heartbreak. I honed my craft though specialized training, ongoing professional development, and by listening closely to the unique stories of my clients. Each interaction has deepened my understanding of the diverse ways people process and heal from the loss of a beloved animal companion.

What tip would you give pet parents for working with animals that you've learned as a pro?

One of the most important things I have learned is to honor the individuality of each animal. Just as humans have unique personalities, so do animals, and they thrive when their specific needs, quirks and preferences are respected. Building a relationship rooted in patience, understanding and presence not only strengthens the bond but also creates a foundation for lasting memories that can provide comfort and joy, even after they are gone.

What is one thing you want pet parents to know about you? It can be whatev-fur you'd like!

I want pet parents to know that I deeply understand the gravity of their loss because I have lived it myself. My work is not only professional but also deeply personal. I bring compassion, empathy and a creative approach to help clients process their grief, celebrate their animal companion's life, and ultimately find a path toward healing.

Customer Reviews

This session was exactly what I needed. Brianna is a skilled professional with lots of compassion and understanding. We are still working together and I’m grateful for that.

- Andrea T

💙 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.


Brianna Laricchia 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, Brianna 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 New York, NY, Brianna Laricchia serves pet parents nationwide, and also works with clients in Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, The Bronx, Staten Island, Newark, Jersey City, Yonkers, Paterson, Elizabeth and throughout New York County.


🦔 How do I book a session with Brianna Laricchia?


Booking is simple and handled entirely through PetWorks. Visit Brianna'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 Brianna . 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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