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Last updated: December 11, 2024
Mourning to Light Pet Loss

Counselor and mentor for those who embrace the gift of the human-animal bond. Leigh Ann Gerk, founder and owner of Mourning to Light Pet Loss, is devoted to walking beside and guiding heartbroken families through the difficult journey of losing their beloved pet(s). Through individual and family counseling, including free pet loss support groups, she provides understanding and compassionate support. Additionally, she is a mentor to those working in the animal field, providing educational workshops, informal discussions, and debriefings to help alleviate stress, compassion fatigue, and processing the many emotions felt in busy veterinary clinics or crematories.

Leigh Ann believes that keeping healthy, both as an individual and as a team player, is vital for the continued success of helping those we love the most—our cherished animal friends. 

Leigh Ann is also the author of the international award-winning book "Dear Brave Friend," a story that captures the love between a boy and his dog, and the sadness that follows after his cherished dog passes away. Visit Leigh Ann's website to learn more about the book. Available on Amazon.

Provider Details
Accepting new clients
Specialties:
  • Grief/Loss
  • Pet Loss
License and state:
LPC.0005504:
Colorado
Education:
Degree:
Community Counseling, emphasis on Marriage and Family Therapy
School:
University of Northern Colorado
Year graduated:
2007

Other credentials:

Certified in Pet Loss and Grief Companioning

Language/s:
  • English
Gender:
Woman
Race/ethnicity:
White/Caucasian
Ages worked with:
  • 0 - 3
  • 4 - 5
  • 6 - 10
  • 11 - 13
  • 14 - 17
  • 18 - 24
  • 25 - 64
  • 65+
Populations specializing in:
  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Children
Areas of experience:
  • Adolescent Issues
  • Children's Issues
  • Depression
  • Grief/Loss
  • Pet Loss
  • Self-Esteem
Type of mental health care:
  • Family Counseling
  • Group Counseling
  • Individual Counseling (Outpatient)
  • Telehealth/Online Counseling
Treatment approach or orientation:
  • Brief Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
Offer teletherapy:
Yes
In-person therapy:
No
Financial Details
Approximate cost per session:
$85-$100
Other payment/fee types:
  • Cash or Self-Payment
  • Credit Cards
  • Sliding-Fee Scale (fee based on income and/or other factors)