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A Guide To Grieving Your Beloved Dog
Pet Loss Carly Pollack Pet Loss Carly Pollack

A Guide To Grieving Your Beloved Dog

When you lose your dog, the silence is brutal, but the guilt is often worse. Did you wait too long? Did you miss a crucial sign? This guide validates your deep sorrow and shows you how to interrupt the destructive cycle of self-blame, transforming your pain into an honoring act of love. You don't have to carry the heavy burden of "what if" alone. Read on to learn how.

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Grieving a Reactive Dog: Support Yourself Through Heartache
Carly Pollack Carly Pollack

Grieving a Reactive Dog: Support Yourself Through Heartache

While the bond with a dog can be a source of joy, loving a reactive pup is a unique kind of grief. It's the longing for a different reality, the frustration of setbacks, and the constant worry for our dog's well-being and the safety of others. This grief can feel isolating - the daily challenges are often invisible to those around us. Explore the different layers of loss involved and find solace in knowing your experience is valid.

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Understanding Loss & Healing: The Many Faces of Grief
Carly Pollack Carly Pollack

Understanding Loss & Healing: The Many Faces of Grief

Maybe you've heard that grief follows certain steps, but your own experience feels different. You’re distant, angry and hurting, but are you “grieving”? Let’s learn about the multifaceted nature of grief. We'll explore the many ways loss can impact us, extending beyond traditional bereavement to include the grief of lost connections, shattered trust, and anticipated loss. This blog post explores grief, loss, and healing for busy adults.

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Lost A Beloved Pet?: EMDR Therapy Can Help
Pet Loss Carly Pollack Pet Loss Carly Pollack

Lost A Beloved Pet?: EMDR Therapy Can Help

Losing a pet can feel like losing a family member. Grief, sadness, and suffering might follow the loss of a pet. If the loss was traumatic, you might be suffering from intense stress and guilt. EMDR therapy can help you process the complex emotions of grief, guilt, anger, and confusion, allowing you to heal and move forward with cherished memories. Learn from a grief therapist who has lost pets.

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