Helping Veterinary Professionals Navigate Stress, Boundaries & Change
Veterinary work is rewarding and can also leave you feeling stretched thin. Whether you’re managing a team, running a clinic, or stepping into life changes like parenthood, we offer guidance and support to help you find balance, set boundaries, and reconnect with what truly matters. Rediscover your why—why you chose veterinary medicine, where your love of the human-animal bond began, and how to nurture it today.
Who We’re Here For
Whether you’re a veterinary professional, team leader, or part of a high-pressure hospital environment, you’re in the right place.
Our support is designed with your challenges in mind—from managing stress to navigating compassion fatigue to rebuilding resilience.
Sound familiar?
- Feeling overwhelmed in a demanding, high-pressure environment?
- Anxiety increasing, or depression starting to tint more than just the edges of life scenarios?
- Struggling with compassion fatigue or setting emotional boundaries?
You’re not alone—and help is just a click away. Let’s talk about how you can shift the path forward together.
How We Can Help
We know the demands of veterinary work can be overwhelming—stress, grief, team challenges, and change are part of the journey. Whether you’re looking for personal support, guidance for your team, or a tailored approach for your hospital’s unique needs, we’re here to help.
Individual Support
We offer one-on-one consulting and coaching services to help you work through challenges and achieve your goals. You don’t have to navigate this alone. Let’s talk about what you need and create a plan together.
Customized Workshops
Your team is unique, and your challenges are too. We’ll design workshops specifically for your hospital’s needs—helping your team stay productive while building a supportive, healthy workplace culture.
Group Support Options
Sometimes the best way forward is to share the journey with others. We lead support groups on a variety of topics, including burnout, compassion fatigue, anxiety, work-life balance, grief, self-care, and more.
Whether it’s your team members or clients, we’ll create a safe and understanding space for connection and healing.
Hospital Client Support
We also work with hospital clients to address grief education and bereavement support. Services include:
- Helping clients navigate grief and loss.
- Enhancing hospital grief/loss services.
- Training team members on client communication, emotional intelligence, and emotional processing.
Life is busy, and needs shift over time. That’s why we offer flexible, recurring support tailored to your unique situation—whether for your team, your hospital clients, or your personal journey. Let’s build a plan that works for you.
Why You’ll Love Working With Me
I’m Francesca, the creator of Fishfly Wellness and Consulting. I’m a social worker and coach with years of experience supporting veterinary professionals and individuals through stress, transitions, and change.
With a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Michigan and years of experience in diverse veterinary settings, I’ve dedicated my career to helping others find balance and connection. I also served as Director and Co-Director of Education for the International Association of Veterinary Social Work (IAVSW), a role that highlights my passion for education and professional growth.
I’ve also signed the Gender Identity Bill of Rights (GIBOR) as a commitment to creating inclusive, safe spaces that support mental health and belonging. Whether you’re navigating compassion fatigue, setting boundaries, or leading through stress, I’ll provide a safe, judgment-free space where you’re truly seen and supported.
Schedule a Free Consultation
Feeling overwhelmed or stuck? Let’s talk. Fill out the form to schedule a free consultation and learn how I can support you and help you find clarity and balance—no judgment, just understanding.
26140 Crocker Blvd., Box #114
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(573) 823-9405