Jessica Kwerel
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Pet loss can be just as (if not more) devastating than losing a human family member or friend. The bond you share with your beloved animal may be one of the deepest, most unconditionally loving relationships of your life. Losing that connection can feel like you are untethered and lost.
Unlike with human loss, society often fails to acknowledge the depth of grief that follows the death of a pet. There’s little space given to mourn, and even less support. But pet loss grief is real. It’s profound. It’s scientifically recognized. And it deserves to be taken seriously.
This type of grief is also deeply personal, often misunderstood, and incredibly nuanced. I’m here to help you process your emotions, develop tools and coping strategies to navigate your loss, and find ways to stay connected to your beloved animal forever.
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- Individual Sessions $215
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Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of District of Columbia / PRC15039 Jessica Kwerel
- In Practice for 18 years
- Attended University of Wyoming, MS in Counseling, Graduated 2008
- License: Commonwealth of Virginia 0701009407 / 2023
- License: State of Maryland LC13590 / 2023
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Jessica Kwerel
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC
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Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Grief
- Anxiety
- Depression
Expertise
- ADHD
- Bisexual
- Body Image
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Divorce
- Family Conflict
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Pet Bereavement
- Pet Illness
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Women's Issues
Jessica Kwerel
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Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Family Systems
- Positive Psychology
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Jessica Kwerel
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC
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Jessica Kwerel
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC