Honoring the Bond:
Pet Loss Therapy & Grief Counseling
Specialized Pet Therapy & Consultation Services with a Licensed Psychologist
Are you or a loved one grieving the loss of a beloved pet?
Our practice specializes in the human–animal bond and understand how deeply this significant personal loss can affect many people. When you’re struggling with complex thoughts, overwhelming emotions, or finding it hard to move forward, we offer compassionate pet loss therapy and grief counseling with a psychologist.
Our goal is to support you through the bereavement process with genuine care, understanding, and professional guidance so you don’t have to navigate this significant life event alone…
If you are experiencing any of the following, we are here to help:
Intense sadness, emptiness, or sense of emotional numbness
Guilt, self-blame, or second-guessing medical or end-of-life circumstances
Grief following euthanasia, sudden loss, illness, or a traumatic event
Anger, shock, or lingering “what if” thoughts about how your animal companion transitioned
Loved ones’ concerns about your emotional well-being since the loss
Recent loss triggering a complex trauma history and mental health symptoms
Feeling misunderstood, unsupported, or judged by others
Difficulty returning to daily routines including changes to sleep, appetite and concerns with focus
A deep sense of loneliness and change in purpose since the significant loss to your daily life
Because pet loss grief is often misunderstood or minimized, many people find themselves grieving in silence. The bond you share with your animal companion is real, meaningful, and deeply significant. Working with a licensed psychologist who specializes in this unique loss provides a safe space to process grief with compassion, validation, and guided support.
We provide accessible and convenient telehealth therapy and consultation services for clients in Florida and abroad.
We support pet parents of all companion species, as well as veterinarians and animal care professionals whose lives and identities are deeply connected to the animals they love. Whether you’re grieving a companion, anticipating a loss, or managing the emotional demands of caring for animals professionally, we offer compassionate, knowledgeable support tailored to your needs.
Telehealth Care With a Licensed Psychologist
Our specialized pet loss grief counseling is offered through secure telehealth, making compassionate, expert support accessible. Whether you are seeking online pet loss therapy, virtual grief counseling, or support for anticipatory grief, care is available wherever you are.
Online sessions provide a flexible, private way to receive professional pet bereavement support without the added stress of travel. All services are provided by a licensed psychologist and delivered through secure, HIPAA-compliant video or phone sessions to ensure confidential, ethical care.
Meet Dr. B.
Dr. Bennett is a licensed psychologist in Florida with over 20 years of experience helping individuals navigate life transitions, trauma, and grief. She provides a compassionate, evidence-based care where clients can process emotions, build resilience, and move toward healing.
Dr. Bennett specializes in the human–animal bond and pet loss, integrating clinical psychology with a deep understanding of the powerful connection between people and animals. Her professional background includes working with military combat veterans whose behavioral healthcare incorporated psychiatric service animals and emotional support companions as part of their daily wellness. While serving with the Florida Department of Corrections, she contributed to rehabilitative programs supporting shelter dogs and inmate handlers in mutual healing and second-chance training initiatives. As a private practitioner, she has had the privilege of supporting countless pet parents and animal care professionals, helping them navigate the many challenges and joys of caring for the animals we love.
Dr. Bennett has been an active member of the Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement since 2017 and has volunteered with farm animal rescues, including her favorite: Critter Creek Animal Sanctuary in Gainesville, Florida.
In addition to her advanced clinical training in psychology, Dr. Bennett’s lived experience with pet loss informs her work. After the profound loss of her own beloved companions, she has gained firsthand insight into the depth and complexity of animal-related grief. Inspired by her healing journey and professional community, she is dedicated to providing care that honors the unique bond shared between humans and animals of all species.
The practice specializes in discreet, personalized, and world-class telehealth services in a time when it has become overwhelming to locate, or even trust that you have found the right psychologist for you or a loved one. Contact us today for a free confidential consultation call: (904)203-4494
Reach out today to explore how Pet Loss Florida can help.
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