About Ann

My own personal experience over the years as a human companion, has allowed me to gain insight into the range of emotions we experience when dealing with the loss of a beloved pet. As an adult, the first loss of an animal companion shocked me to the core. I was astounded by the depth of my pain not only because I didn't know what to expect but that my love was so deep that I could actually feel that way. I was certain I would never recover. In my search to find an answer to my pain, I discovered a little book by Moira Anderson - Coping with Sorrow on the Loss of Your Pet, now in its third edition. I was surprised and relieved to find that I wasn't alone and what I was experiencing was normal. I was going to survive.

Education

M.A. - Counseling - Central Michigan University

License

New Mexico - Professional Mental Health Counselor (LPC) #2373

Training and Professional Experience

• Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement training for on-line chat room
• Training with the Children's Grief Center
• Ongoing continuing education credits as required for licensure
• Extensive experience in the animal welfare field
• Counseling with people with disabilities and survivors of domestic violence