Forever By My Side - Animal Reiki and Pet Death Doula - Nationwide
Amy is a certified Reiki Master Practitioner, Animal Reiki Teacher, and a Death Doula who serves animals and their families virtually and in Wilmington, North Carolina. Her business, Forever By My Side, also provides In-Home Pet Sitting and Dog Walking. She lives with her dog Nola Grace. She has been an animal lover all of her life. Amy has been practicing Reiki for people and pets since 2013. Amy holds a first degree Reiki certification (Shoden), a second degree Reiki certification (Okuden), and a Reiki Master certification in the Usui System of Natural Healing (Usui Shiki Ryoho). Amy also holds certification in the Let Animals Lead Method of Animal Reiki at a Level 3/Animal Reiki Teacher. Amy provides in-home Reiki and Distance Reiki. With her Distance Reiki services, she is able to provide Reiki for pets and parents of pets all around the world. Amy has a very calming energy and animals feel safe in her care. Amy is a proud member of the Reiki Healing Association and the International Association of Reiki Professionals.
Amy has served families in the death care industry since 2019 as a Family Service Counselor. Amy assisted families with prearrangements for cemetery and funeral services and provided grief support. Amy holds a Death Doula certification from IAP Career College. Amy has also successfully completed the Pet Hospice and Death Doula certificate course with Ute Luppertz. Amy is a member of the Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement, and she is a member of The International Association for Animal Hospice and Palliative Care. Amy has endured the loss of her own pets (Tiffany and Strider). She experienced a sudden loss of her dog Tiffany in 2013. The grief she experienced through that loss was like nothing she ever experienced before. Amy understands that grief comes in many waves and impacts everyone differently. She experienced anticipatory loss with her dog Strider. Strider had ongoing chronic illness. As he got older, he developed "doggie dementia". Although Amy knew his death would be coming soon, it was still very difficult to process. Amy became a Pet Death Doula (or known as an End-of-Life Doula) to assist families during one of the hardest times of their life. Amy understands that animals are part of the family, and it is okay to take time to grieve. Amy can assist you with honoring the life of your pet before or after a loss.
She is a member of the National Association for Professional Pet Sitters. Amy holds a certification in Cat and Dog First Aid with the American Red Cross and she also holds certification in Dog Agility and First Aid for Pets Through Alison.
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- Certified
- Bonded
- Insured
- Online Sessions
Pricing Packages
How do you serve precious pets?
- Animal Reiki
- Pet Crystal Healing
- Pet Distance Reiki
- Reiki For Dogs
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
- Parrots
- Rabbits
- Turtles
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
Pet Certifications
- American Red Cross Pet First Aid and CPR Certified
- Certified Animal Reiki Practitioner
- Certified Animal Reiki Teacher
- Certified Pet Loss Professional (CPLP)
- CPBL Certified Pet Bereavement Professional
- Shelter Animal Reiki Association (SARA) Certified
Proud member of...
- Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement (APLB)
- International Association for Animal Hospice and Palliative Care (IAAHPC)
- International Association of Reiki Professionals
- National Association of Professional Pet Sitters (NAPPS)
- Shelter Animal Reiki Association (SARA)
Do you offer mobile services?
- Yes
Which part of the country do you serve pets?
Wilmington, NC and online virtually
What year did you begin serving pets?
2013
How do you serve precious pets?
- Animal Reiki
- Pet Crystal Healing
- Pet Distance Reiki
- Reiki For Dogs
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
- Parrots
- Rabbits
- Turtles
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
Pet Certifications
- American Red Cross Pet First Aid and CPR Certified
- Certified Animal Reiki Practitioner
- Certified Animal Reiki Teacher
- Certified Pet Loss Professional (CPLP)
- CPBL Certified Pet Bereavement Professional
- Shelter Animal Reiki Association (SARA) Certified
Proud member of...
- Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement (APLB)
- International Association for Animal Hospice and Palliative Care (IAAHPC)
- International Association of Reiki Professionals
- National Association of Professional Pet Sitters (NAPPS)
- Shelter Animal Reiki Association (SARA)
Do you offer mobile services?
- Yes
Which part of the country do you serve pets?
Wilmington, NC and online virtually
What year did you begin serving pets?
2013
About Amy Gibson — Certified Animal Reiki Healer in Wilmington, NC
Amy is a certified animal reiki healer based in Wilmington, NC, offering virtual sessions to pet parents and their animals nationwide. With a personalized, animal-led approach to every session, Amy works with cats, dogs, horses, birds, and other animal companions — helping them find calm, balance, and relief from the physical and emotional challenges that affect their quality of life. Whether your pet is anxious, aging, recovering from illness, or simply out of balance, Amy brings genuine care and certified expertise to every session.
The best animal reiki practitioners don't just offer energy work — they take time to understand your pet's full history, temperament, and specific needs before a session begins. Amy brings that philosophy to every booking, working with you to ensure each session is as effective and comfortable as possible for your animal companion.
What Amy Can Help With
Amy works with pets across a wide range of physical and emotional challenges. Anxiety, fearfulness, and stress-related behaviors are among the most common reasons pet parents seek out a certified healer — and gentle energy work can produce meaningful, lasting calm even in highly reactive or emotionally overwhelmed animals. For aging pets managing chronic pain, reduced vitality, or the challenges of illness, reiki offers a non-invasive way to support comfort and quality of life alongside traditional veterinary care.
Amy also works with rescue animals and recently rehomed pets — helping them release emotional imprints from difficult past experiences and settle more fully into their new environment. For pets recovering from surgery or injury, reiki can complement the rehabilitation process by supporting the body's natural healing response and reducing stress during recovery. And for families navigating end-of-life transitions, Amy provides gentle, compassionate support — offering comfort and energetic balance for both the animal and the people who love them.
Why Book Amy on PetWorks?
Amy is a verified, certified animal reiki professional with credentials you can trust and real reviews from pet parents who've experienced their work firsthand. Every session is personalized and animal-led — tailored to your pet's unique needs, comfort level, and specific challenges rather than following a one-size-fits-all approach. Virtual sessions are available to pet parents across the US, meaning your animal companion receives healing from the comfort and familiarity of home regardless of where you're located. Amy is based in Wilmington, NC and serves pet parents nationwide through PetWorks.
🦔 How Booking Amy on PetWorks Works
Booking Amy is secure and straightforward. Browse the packages and services listed on this page and choose the one that fits your pet's needs — if you're unsure which service is right, read through the descriptions carefully or reach out with questions before committing. If you see a package that fits, click Book Now for instant checkout. If your situation is unique or you'd like to discuss your pet's specific needs first, click Request Quote to start a conversation with Amy before committing.
All payments are processed securely through PetWorks via Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Klarna. Your payment is held safely and only released once the booking is confirmed. Every booking also includes PetWorks Care Coverage, giving you access to our dedicated live Concierge team, full refunds if a booking is canceled through no fault of yours, and help resolving any issues that arise before, during, or after your session. Once your booking is initiated, you'll use the PetWorks Inbox to coordinate the best time for your virtual session and share any details about your pet that will help Amy prepare.
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