Specialized Pet Loss Counseling For You and Family in MD/DC - Martin's Additions, MD
I am an avid animal lover who also helps people with challenges related to pet loss.
I have been an animal shelter volunteer, serial kitten foster, and the founder of a nonprofit partnering with rescues in Asia for several years.
Through my experience with animals and their caregivers, I have a deeper understanding of the human-animal bond and can appreciate the various challenges when working in the animal welfare field.
Often, I hear from pet owners how a certain animal or pet “changed their lives” (I am one of them). I believe that this phenomenon is very real and that the loss of an animal companion or pet can be very distressing for individuals.
I am here to help you through the pain and grief of losing your beloved pet. Feel free to reach out for a free 15 minute consultation. I look forward to working with you.
- Licensed
- Certified
- Online Sessions
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?
- Cats
- Dogs
What licensing do you have?
- Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
Do you offer mobile services?
- Yes
Education
MA in Counseling, LGPC in DC and MD
Which part of the country do you serve pets?
Anywhere in Washington DC and Maryland, Montgomery County MD, Washington, D.C., Baltimore, Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, Silver Spring, Bethesda, Rockville, Gaithersburg, Frederick, Columbia, Annapolis Maryland, and anywhere in the United States via virtual consultations on PetWorks
What year did you begin serving pets?
2017
SERVICE AREA: Within 50 miles, including Anywhere in Washington DC and Maryland, Montgomery County MD, Washington, D.C., Baltimore, Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, Silver Spring, Bethesda, Rockville, Gaithersburg, Frederick, Columbia, Annapolis Maryland, and anywhere in the United States via virtual consultations on PetWorks
Distinction
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?
- Cats
- Dogs
What licensing do you have?
- Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
Do you offer mobile services?
- Yes
Education
MA in Counseling, LGPC in DC and MD
Which part of the country do you serve pets?
Anywhere in Washington DC and Maryland, Montgomery County MD, Washington, D.C., Baltimore, Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, Silver Spring, Bethesda, Rockville, Gaithersburg, Frederick, Columbia, Annapolis Maryland, and anywhere in the United States via virtual consultations on PetWorks
What year did you begin serving pets?
2017
💙 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.
Batya Erickson 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, Batya 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 Martin's Additions, MD, Batya Erickson serves pet parents nationwide, and also works with clients in Bethesda, Silver Spring, Washington, Arlington, Alexandria, Rockville, Mclean, Gaithersburg, Reston, Falls Church and throughout Montgomery County.
🦔 How do I book a session with Batya Erickson?
Booking is simple and handled entirely through PetWorks. Visit Batya'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 Batya . 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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