Our Mission at PLST:
"Our mission is to provide compassionate support and understanding to individuals and families as well as compassion fatigue for Veterinary Animal Care Professionals, and families experiencing the profound loss of a beloved pet. Through empathy, education, and community, we aim to honor the unique bond between humans and their animal companions, offering comfort and guidance as they navigate their grief journey."
Facilitate
Emotional Healing
Pet loss therapy can provide a safe space to process emotions and begin the journey of emotional healing.
Provide Comfort and Understanding
Our therapy sessions offer a supportive environment where you can find solace and understanding as you mourn the loss of your pet.
Promote
Personal Growth
Through pet loss therapy, individuals can experience personal growth and develop coping mechanisms to navigate their grief.
Honors Your Pet's Legacy
Our approach to therapy honors the memory of your pet, allowing you to cherish their legacy and the love they brought into your life.
Meet Dean Theodore
Dean Theodore is a compassionate and experienced pet lost therapist, dedicated to guiding individuals and families coping with the emotional challenges of losing a beloved pet. With over 20 years in the healthcare and medical profession, Dean brings his personal, and professional pet loss experience.
Dean’s approach to pet loss grief therapy is both empathetic, evidence based, incorporating techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy, relational therapy, positive psychology, Brain Spotting, and mindfulness practices. Furthermore, he provides a safe, supportive space for clients to express their grief, process their emotions, and begin the healing journey. His deep personal experience and understanding of the human animal bond enriches his practice.
In addition, Dean has worked in treatment centers specializing in trauma, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and addictions. He is also a member of the Association of Pet Loss and Bereavement (APLB), National Association of Social Workers (NASW), and is on the Board of Directors for START Dog and Cat rescue in Los Angeles, and advocates for animal welfare. He resides with his 4 rescue dogs better known as his Furkids, Anastasia, Malibu, Coper, Duke, who inspire his dedication to helping others navigate their pet loss grief.
Dean's Rescue Furkids
Why Choose Pet Loss Support Therapy?
Dean Theodore and Pet Loss Support Therapy provide a compassionate space for you to navigate through the grief of losing your beloved pet. Our approach is designed to be unique, simple, and supportive, guided by an experienced pet loss therapist who is dedicated to helping you through this difficult time.
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"The pain of losing a pet never completely goes away, but the love they brought into our lives is something we'll always carry in our hearts."
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