Pet Loss Grief & Support Group

A 6-week therapist-led support group for those grieving the loss of a pet, anticipating a loss, or caring for a medically complex companion.

Next group runs: January 12, 2027 - February 16, 2027

Losing a pet can be one of the most painful experiences we face, yet pet loss is often misunderstood or minimized by others.

For many people, pets are family. They are daily companions, sources of comfort, and witnesses to some of life’s most important moments.

When they die, the grief can be profound.

This group was created to offer a space where that grief doesn’t need to be explained, justified, or minimized. Together, we’ll create room to remember, process, and honor the bond you shared with your pet.

A person with curly brown hair and blue eyes nuzzles a young tabby cat with a mix of gray, black, and white fur.
A woman with long brown hair and a striped shirt is smiling as a brown and white dog licks her face outdoors during daytime.
A woman with blonde hair in pigtails gently petting two horses outdoors on a sunny day.

What We’ll Explore

Sharing Your Story

A space to talk about your pet and the unique bond you shared.

Honoring Their Memory

Exploring meaningful ways to remember and stay connected to your pet’s legacy.

Navigating Grief

Understanding the emotional ups and downs that often accompany loss.

Coping With Daily Life

Adjusting to routines, spaces, and moments that feel different after loss.

Guilt & Difficult Decisions

Processing feelings around euthanasia, medical decisions, or “what ifs.”

Community & Support

Connecting with people who understand the depth of pet loss.

What You’ll Leave With

A greater understanding of your grief. Learn why pet loss can feel so overwhelming and how to navigate it with care.

Ways to honor your pet’s memory. Develop personal rituals and practices that help keep their memory close.

Connection with others who get it. Experience the comfort of being understood by people who truly get it.

More compassion for yourself. Grief doesn’t follow a timeline, and there’s no right way to mourn a beloved companion.

An elderly woman hugging a brown and white horse, with her eyes closed and a gentle expression.

This group may be a good fit for you if…

✓ You’ve lost a beloved companion animal, no matter how recent

✓ You’re feeling the intensity of your grief

✓ Friends or family don’t seem to understand your loss

✓ You’re carrying guilt, regret, or unanswered questions

✓ You want support from people who truly understand

✓ You’re looking for a safe space to process your grief

Next Group Runs:
January 12, 2027 - February 16, 2027