Forever Loved • A Pet Loss Grief Support Group

Losing a beloved pet is devastating but you don't have to go through it alone. Find comfort, connection and peace in this 6-week grief group co-led by Licensed Psychotherapist Emily Winslow,  LMFT45260 and Canine Behavior Consultant Cassie Pestana, CBCC-KA.

Who is this class for?

This class is designed for anyone who has lost, or is facing the loss, of a pet. Whether your pet was just diagnosed with a serious illness, is approaching the end of their lifespan, or has been separated from you, our Forever Loved group was created with you in mind. We have walked in your shoes and we get it. Losing a pet by death or other event is heartbreaking and often isolating and lonely. This group will cover everything from planned, expected loss to unexpected loss including euthanasia related to age, illness or behavioral issues. We created this community to share our stories, move through our grief, and discover our beloved pet’s legacy.

Prerequisites:

• 15 min. Intake Call

Package details:

• 1.5 hour class per week

• 6 classes total - $295

  Scholarship opportunities available

• Each class takes place on campus

• For humans only. Please leave pets at home.

What to expect:

• We'll hold space for each other to:

  Share the stories of our pets and be heard by others who truly get it

  Understand why it hurts so much

  Learn evidence-based strategies to help integrate the loss

• Movement healing exercises led by Yoga Instructor

• Veterinarian guest speaker to address end of life, quality of life, and euthanasia related decisions

• Explore creativity as a tool for grief expression (no artistic talent needed!)

• Participate in a communal grief ritual

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More Details

Resources

After each class, you will receive a follow-up email with optional weekly activities to support your grief journey in-between group sessions.

Leader Qualifications

Emily Winslow, LMFT45260 has over 18 years of experience leading support groups as a licensed psychotherapist. She specializes in grief, trauma and attachment and brings both personal and professional experience with different types of pet loss.

Cassie Pestana, BA, CBCC-KA, KPA-CTP has walked through difficult choices with clients over the last 10 years and has significant empathy and understanding for all levels and expression of grief.

All guest speakers are uniquely qualified to speak on their subject matter.

Class setup

Each 1.5 hour class will consist of a carefully facilitated round chair discussion as well as a lesson led by licensed psychotherapist or other guest speaker.

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FAQs

• I haven't loss a pet before but worry about it already, can I still benefit from this group?

  Absolutely. This class is designed to address anticipatory grief.

• Are there scholarship opportunities available to help with the cost?

  Yes. Please let Emily about your need for financial assistance in your Intake Call.

• How many students are in the class?

  Minimum enrollment is 3-5 and we cap the class at 12-15 students.

• What happens if I can't make it?

  There are no makeups for this class so please consider your schedule carefully before enrolling.

  Once you sign up, if you are unable to make any of the classes, you are welcome to reschedule your entire reservation. While we don’t offer refunds, we do our best to remain flexible and ensure your purchase is risk-free.

• How do I donate to the scholarship fund?

  Thank you for your generosity. Here is the link to support our scholarship fund.

Have more questions before signing up?

Schedule a free Intake Call!