Maureen Burkley

Where I can be helpful:
When an animal is in the later stages of life, I can help guardians understand how their animal is feeling, and what they need to be comfortable. (I do this through my animal communication work and also through my energy healing sessions). I work with guardians to help them navigate the emotional waters of this stage of an animals life and help them understand the information their animal is giving them about their needs and wishes.

Some history:
I was born with the ability to communicate with animals but it wasn't something that was encouraged in my family. It wasn't until I adopted a severely abused dog that I began tuning back into those long buried skills. In order to help this precious dog, I studied energy healing (reiki and other modalities), the mind/body connection, and explored a whole host of alternative treatments, such as herbs, supplements, flower essences, etc. I did everything I could to help her recover from the trauma she had experienced and live the life she was meant to live. Through that process, I began sharing what I learned with others and ended up starting my Animal Communication and Energy healing business. Given how hard it was to stumble my way through our final chapters together (trying to figure out the "what to do" "when to do it?" and the "how do I do this?") plus how gut-wrenching it was for me to say goodbye to her, I knew I wanted this to be a focus of my business. There was a lack of information available, which made it even more challenging to find my way. Therefore, I knew I wanted to help other animal guardians through this very tender and often confusing and overwhelming time.

What makes me a bit different?
When I connect with an animal's energy, I literally feel what they are feeling in my own body. If they are anxious I feel that in my body, as if it is my own anxiety. If they have pain in a certain place in their body, I feel that too. This information can be helpful as you determine next steps (either in the decisions you are trying to make and/or the next steps you want to explore with your veterinarian.)

While I am connected with their energy, I can speak to them. Their "replies" come in a variety of forms. Sometimes they send me pictures telepathically, sometimes they give me words or phrases, and I also receive intuitive information. I put all of that together, along with what I am picking up (physically and emotionally) and it forms an "answer" to a question or provides an in-depth view of what is going on with your animal. My clients often refer to their sessions with me as a "reading" because they get so much information. (The "answers" I get are usually quite complex, as there often isn't just one component to their response.)

Being able to communicate with your pet is crucial for many people as their pets age and at the final stage of their pets journey . . . to understand their wishes and/or get their input on decisions, to say the things you want to say, etc.

Some information about how I work:
I work remotely and my connection with your pet is through a picture. We are not "on line" or on the phone at the time of the session. I connect with your pet at a time when you know they will be in a quiet environment. I work with the questions and/or concerns the guardian has during the session.

After the session, I type of the notes and send them to you via email. That way you can refer back to them and not have to keep track of everything that was shared. (I find this is especially helpful when navigating the challenges of an aging pet - it is such an emotional time and it helps to have notes to go back and refer to).

I offer both Animal Communication and Energy healing.

Here is a blog I wrote that gives more detail about how I work. https://healinganimaltruths.blogspot.com/2026/08/animal-communication-and-energy.html

Coaching services:
I am also a certified coach and provide coaching to people who are at this emotional and pivotal stage of their journey. Whether it is while their pet is still here and they are having to make difficult decisions and / or want to make sure they are honoring their pets wishes and needs or after a pet has crossed over and the guardian is looking for emotional support with the grief they are processing. With these sessions we are on the phone at an agreed upon time. I personally feel that an old fashioned phone call works best rather than a video call. This way, the guardians don't have to think about "how do I look" and can just focus on getting the help they need.

In closing:
I am known for being deeply compassionate and understanding, no matter where you are in your process. I am a soft and supportive place for people to be heard and to find the next steps that are right for them and their animals. I don't tell people what to do and I would never expect someone to substitute my thinking for their own. My goal is to help people navigate their way through a part of the journey that is often clouded with emotions, fears, worries and concerns. If information comes through to me intuitively that I believe could assist, I ask permission to share it. Respecting and honoring guardians (and their pets) are my utmost priority.

If you would like to access some more information, here is a link to the blog I have been writing for about 20 years.
https://healinganimaltruths.blogspot.com

If you go back to the years 2008-2009, you will find blogs I wrote when I was in the midst of my own journey coming to an end with my beloved German shepherd Lucky. I hope these posts will provide some information and comfort for you.

As an example, here is a blog post I wrote about aging pets
https://healinganimaltruths.blogspot.com/2009/08/aging-pets.html

I look forward to hearing from you and finding out how I can be of service. Email address is: reikimaureen@yahoo.com