Hi, welcome
Growing up, I was always surrounded by animals; pets were an extension of my family. Needless to say, I intimately understand the heartache of bidding a sad farewell to a beloved pet. This profound connection is why I’ve chosen to specialize my counselling practice in pet loss grief. I am equipped to offer you deep compassion during your grief’s various states.
I believe in cultivating a trusting and supportive therapeutic relationship to establish a sense of safety. By actively listening to your grief experience and your relationship with your pet, I seek to fully understand your personal bond and story.
While working with you, my focus is on providing deep empathy and unwavering care. As pet lovers, we often experience depression-like symptoms after losing a beloved pet, a level of sadness that many may not understand. I offer a space where emotional healing and growth can naturally unfold. People often tell me they appreciate my down-to-earth and non-judgmental approach, which is at the heart of my practice.
Each of us is unique, and so is the way we grieve.
My Approach
In addition to employing the commonly used modalities in grief counselling, I offer support guidance before, during and after the transition to facilitate closure following the departure or loss of a pet.
My aim is to help individuals navigate the intricate landscape of grief that accompanies pet loss and normalize the often-overlooked journey.
I understand that each person's relationship with grief is their own and there is no one-size-fits-all approach to healing. I recognize that there are different types of losses, various forms of grief, and different ways of expressing sorrow. Over the years, I have noticed a certain societal discomfort around publicly grieving our pets. Many skip ceremonies or creating memoirs, but by doing so, we miss a crucial part of the grieving process.
"Grief may stay with us in different ways, but we can learn to carry it with love and find a way forward."
With care and understanding,
Faynixe Chartrand
(Aka Amanda)