You don’t need to feel overwhelmed and guilty
as a pet parent.
You love your pet dearly but wonder if you’re doing enough for them. You wonder if it should be this hard. Some days you wonder, “am I even equipped for this?!” It’s all welcome here. Uncovering these doubts will let your intuition (that I promise you, is there) shine through.
Some common issues I work with:
- Fear and guilt about struggles that have happened in the past
- Frustration and confusion about your pet’s behavior
- Not feeling secure in your attachment
- Trouble setting boundaries with your pet (and in your life in general)
- Ambivalence about having a pet
- Honoring yourself and your pet as they’re nearing death
What I don’t do:
- Offer quick fixes for behavior. I do have some good behavior consultant/dog trainer referrals if you’re needing behaviors to change now.
- Give you all the answers. This is about you tapping into your own knowing.
You are already the perfect parent for your pet
Let's help you believe that so you can feel more trust, connection and clarity. In a series of intuitive sessions, we'll explore all the material that you and your pet are working through, the ups and downs.
Share your stories
We'll start with where you're at. I'll witness you in the joys and struggles and help release guilt.
Explore shared purpose
We'll explore why you came into each other's lives and the gifts and challenges you've gifted each other to increase empathy and understanding.
Trust yourself and your pet
We'll go over tools to help you connect with your body's wisdom and your pet's and address any lifestyle/behavior tips that might help along the way.
Rachel Gildman
Interspecies Relationship Guide
I know what it's like to doubt yourself and wonder whether you're doing enough. I'm a recovering people/animal-pleaser who's been on this journey with my pets and now my children (those other creatures) for years. I've spent years tapping into my body's intuition and it's voice speaks loudly these days. The animals in my life have been a big inspiration as they live so much in their bodies. I now love to help people feel more connected with their pets by tapping into their own intuition.
- Certified animal communicator in 2018
- 10 years as a pet sitter and dog walker
- 5 years volunteering in animal shelters
- 3 years learning nervous system practices with Kimberly Ann Johnson
- Pursuing certification as a Nature Connection Practitioner
Here’s how we can work together
Workshop
Attend a workshop to explore your relationship with your pet through storytelling. This is a free offering as a taster of the work and a way to connect with other people and their pets.
Pet Stories WorkshopRelationship Guidance Package
Purchase a 4-session Relationship Guidance package for $400. Dive deeply into your intuition and come out feeling more connected to yourself and your pet.
Book a ConsultWhat people are saying
“Rachel was so gentle and held a very safe space for me to explore my tense relationship with one of my cats. With her support, I was able to better understand how my cat was feeling, and also release some of my frustration that I'd held toward my cat for far too long. Now, my cat and I feel like we have a much more peaceful relationship.”
“Rachel is a gem! She did an intuitive reading for me & my sweet pup when Tula was just 1-year. It was the sweetest & most moving reading. I highly recommend. It came through that part of why she came into my life was to help my inner child heal and it is so so true!!! She brings such delight, joy & love to my life & all those that get to meet her.”
“During our initial meeting, Rachel demonstrated her genuine commitment to helping our dog. He had a tendency to bark at everyone who entered our home, but with Rachel's guidance, he quickly calmed down and became receptive to her presence. By the end of the first session, he had even nuzzled her face. Since working with Rachel, our friends have been able to visit us without encountering any barking incidents. We are grateful for the opportunity to work with Rachel - she's magic!”