Work With Me
Whether you’re seeking a speaker, trainer, consultant, or thought partner, I offer services designed to strengthen the human side of animal care and support the human–animal bond.
Drawing on more than 25 years of experience across veterinary medicine, zoos, aquariums, shelters, animal behavior, and social work, I partner with organizations, professionals, and pet guardians to navigate complex challenges, strengthen communication, and promote sustainable well-being.
Topics I Frequently Explore
While every presentation, consultation, and coaching engagement is tailored to the needs of the individual or organization, topics I am most often invited to address include:
- Compassion fatigue and professional well-being
- Communication skills and difficult conversations
- Grief, loss, and bereavement
- Behavioral euthanasia
- Human-animal bond
- Leadership and team development
- Ethical decision-making and moral dilemmas
- Career development in animal-focused professions
- Supporting pet guardians through challenging situations
- Building resilient organizations and teams
This list continues to evolve as new needs emerge within the professions and communities I serve.
Speaking & Training
Interactive presentations, workshops, webinars, and trainings designed for veterinary teams, shelters, rescues, zoos, aquariums, professional associations, conferences, and educational programs.
Consulting
Collaborative consultation services that help organizations strengthen communication, support professional well-being, develop sustainable practices and protocols, and navigate complex challenges.
Professional Coaching
Individual consultation sessions for animal professionals, Veterinary Social Workers, students, leaders, and others who support the human–animal bond and are seeking guidance, reflection, problem-solving, or professional growth.
Support for Pet Guardians
Through my role as Director of Human Support Services at Insight Animal Behavior Services, I support pet guardians navigating behavior concerns, difficult decisions such as rehoming, euthanasia, and behavioral euthanasia, grief and loss, and the emotional complexities that can accompany life with animals. There are options for 1:1 Sessions as well as Support Groups.