Hi, I’m Amanda! A Licensed Social Worker, animal lover, and the heart behind LyricsHeart.My path into this work began long before it had a name. I’ve always been the person people come to when they’re overwhelmed, grieving, or navigating something difficult. And I’ve always shared my life with animals — the ones who become family, who teach us unconditional love, and who hold parts of our hearts we never get back the same way.LyricsHeart was born from my own story of loss. When my dog Lyric passed away, I learned firsthand how deep and complex the bond between humans and animals truly is. I also learned how isolating it can feel when the world doesn’t always understand that a pet is not “just a pet” — they’re a source of comfort, identity, routine, and emotional safety. That experience changed the way I show up as a social worker. It unlocked my passion for veterinary social work and the entire ecosystem that surrounds the human–animal bond.Today, my work blends the parts of myself that matter most:
my love for animals, my background in mental health, and my belief that healing happens when people feel genuinely seen and supported — without judgment, shame, or fear.I help pet parents navigate the emotions that come with illness, difficult decisions, crisis moments, and the grief of saying goodbye. I also support veterinary professionals who carry the weight of compassion fatigue, burnout, and the emotional labor of caring deeply for others. My goal is to hold space for both sides of the exam table — because everyone in the human–animal bond deserves support.Whether we’re talking through a quality-of-life decision, processing a heartbreaking loss, or helping you reconnect to your own strength, my approach is always the same:
gentle, practical, empowering, and rooted in genuine care.Outside of my work, you’ll usually find me with animals (always), spending time with the people I love, or volunteering in the rescue community. I bring those same passions and values into my practice — warmth, humor when it’s welcome, honesty when it’s needed, and the belief that taking a step back is often what helps us finally move forward.Most of all, I’m here to remind you that you don’t have to navigate any of this alone.
I’m honored to walk beside you — for your healing, for your pets, and for the bond that makes them family.

What is a Veterinary Social Worker?

A Veterinary Social Worker is a mental health professional who specializes in supporting the emotional wellbeing of both pet owners and animal-care professionals. Veterinary social work sits at the intersection of mental health, the human–animal bond, grief support, advocacy, and community care.
Veterinary social workers help people navigate the complex emotions that arise in any situation involving animals — from everyday stress to life-changing decisions.
Support:Pet Owners:
• Grief and loss after the death of a pet
• Anticipatory grief when a pet is aging, sick, or declining
• Quality-of-life decision-making
• Navigating chronic illness in pets
• Trauma related to unexpected loss or emergencies
• Strengthening the human–animal bond
• Family stress related to behavioral concerns or pet-related transitionsVeterinary Staff & Animal Professionals:
Veterinarians, technicians, rescue workers, and shelter staff experience high rates of:
• Compassion fatigue
• Burnout
• Secondary trauma
• Moral distress
• Emotional exhaustion from euthanasia and crisis cases
• The pressure of supporting families in heartbreaking momentsA veterinary social worker provides emotional support, crisis intervention, debriefing, mental health education, and resources to help them continue doing the work they love — without sacrificing their wellbeing.Community Advocacy & Animal Welfare
Veterinary social work also includes:
• Supporting animal rescue organizations
• Connecting families with pet-related resources
• Improving access to care
• Strengthening policies and programs that protect animals
• Helping bridge communication between vets and familiesWhy This Matters
The human–animal bond is powerful. Animals shape our routines, our emotional safety, and our sense of home. They become family — and losing them or worrying about them can affect every part of our mental health.Veterinary social workers exist because both humans and animals deserve support through these moments. They make sure no one — not the pet parent, not the veterinarian, and not the animal — has to navigate these experiences alone.

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Veterinary Social Work Services:

At LyricsHeart, I provide specialized mental health support grounded in the powerful human–animal bond. My practice blends traditional therapy, case management, and veterinary social work — honoring both the people who love animals and the professionals who care for them.
Whether you are navigating a difficult decision for your pet, grieving a loss, managing stress, or working in an emotionally demanding veterinary field, this is a space where you can breathe, process, and receive the support you deserve.
I offer both telehealth and in-person sessions for clients across Texas.

Ready to Begin?

Whether you’re a pet parent, a veterinary professional, or someone seeking support during a challenging season of life — you don’t have to navigate it alone.
I would be honored to walk alongside you.

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For Clients, Pet Owners, Veterinary Professionals, Therapists & Mental Health Providers, Contact me Directly:

If you’re a pet owner navigating grief, or a veterinary professional interested in partnering, I would love to hear from you.

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