190. Heartfelt Farewells: Navigating Pet Loss and Grief with Anne Marie Farage-Smith

Anne Marie Farage Smith is a lifelong animal lover and an advocate for all animals. She holds a Master of Science degree in mental health counseling from St. John Fisher University and a Master of Science degree in education from Nazareth University, and is a Pet Loss Grief Counseling Trained Professional. As a licensed mental health counselor and educator in private practice, she has offered clinical guidance to many individuals and groups experiencing grief and loss. She currently resides in Rochester, NY, where she enjoys spending time with her family, visiting local parks with her dog, Jazzy, traveling, and pursuing creative activities. Her book  Healing Wisdom for Pet Loss: An Animal Lover's Guide to Grief  [https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1647426766/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?ie=UTF8&qid=&sr=] is available at any bookstore. Key Topics Discussed: * Anne Marie's journey as an animal lover and advocate. * The emotional impact of losing a beloved pet and how it parallels other forms of grief. * Practical strategies for coping with pet loss and finding healing. * Insights from Anne Marie's book, Healing Wisdom for Pet Loss: An Animal Lover's Guide to Grief. * The importance of acknowledging and honoring the grief that comes with pet loss. * Anne Marie's experiences in her private practice, offering support to those dealing with loss. https://farage-smith.com/ Contact Kendra Rinaldi to be a guest on her podcast: https://www.griefgratitudeandthegrayinbetween.com/ Bold Italic