Counseling Connections
The most basic and powerful way to connect to another person is to listen. Just listen. — Rachel Naomi Remen
Welcome to Counseling Connections
Rochester, NY Counseling
We all have losses in our lives, and we need to grieve them. Loss always brings about change — sometimes even positive change. Whether you are grieving the loss of a loved one, a relationship, a job, a pet, or you are experiencing another kind of life change — I can help.
I can help you recognize and utilize the strengths that are within you, and help you develop new skills to get you through the difficult times. We'll work together to help you cope more effectively with your life challenges. At Counseling Connections, you will find a safe and comfortable environment where you are the focus.
I would be honored to support and guide you through the struggles and losses in your life, and help you along your healing journey. I look forward to meeting with you and helping you reach your goals.
Healing Wisdom For Pet Loss
An Animal Lover's Guide to Grief
Whether you recently lost your cherished pet or know you soon will, this book is for you.
Healing Wisdom for Pet Loss is designed to help readers understand the bond they have with their pets and why losing them is uniquely painful, aid them in understanding the grief they experience in the aftermath of that loss, and teach them the skills they need to process this loss. Licensed mental health counselor Anne Marie Farage-Smith offers detailed explanations of the types of grief that one may encounter upon the loss or impending loss of a pet and provides validation for the emotions experienced in relation to that loss.