I was honored to contribute to a thoughtful and moving story by Stephanie Federico for KUT's ATXplained series about the Pet Rest...

When life gets tough, it’s easy to feel like you’re the only one struggling. However, feeling isolated or believing that no one can help...

Your best friend, your furry soulmate, your devoted companion is gone and your heart is broken. Know you’re not alone in struggling with...

Nicole Vykoukal, LCSW Our fast-paced world can take us away from the instinctual and inherent wisdom we hold within. Many of us are...

Did you know that loss can trigger depression? It’s true. A significant loss, such as the death of a loved one (including your companion...

Celebrating the holidays without your best friend hurts. These tips won’t take all your emotional pain away, but they can help you cope and

The holidays can be a time of cheer, sharing gifts, and gathering with family and friends. However, for many people the holidays bring...

Thanksgiving is here, and it can be a psychologically and emotionally complex holiday for many. You may feel an array of emotions...

From years of experience working with people facing adversity, crisis, and trauma, I can tell you loss is one of the most trying human...

I have compiled a list of ways to memorialize your beloved companion animal when they die. These suggestions have come from my own...

Find inner peace through meditation with your best friend. Practicing mindfulness by focusing on your senses, allowing your dog to serve...

I was in my mid-twenties and in graduate school. On a breezy spring morning, my dog, Lucy, and I were out for our usual morning walk when...