EPISODE · Jul 25, 2025 · 59 MIN
Ep: 9: Peer Support with Val Ellsworth
from Beyond Compassion Fatigue: Make Your Passion for Helping Animals Sustainable! · host Jen Blough
Today I talk with Val Ellsworth, the founder of Nothing But Love Canine Foundation to explore the mental health impact of working in animal rescue and the importance of peer support. We explore Her journey into animal welfare work Early signs that her mental health was suffering Why isolation is so common—and dangerous—in this field The life-changing power of peer support and safe spaces Letting go of guilt and embracing self-care Boundaries and practices that protect emotional well-being How to begin building a personal or professional support network Resources mentioned: Compassion Fatigue Group Coaching Program Nothing But Love Canine Foundation: Website Facebook Instagram Amazon Wish List Chewy Wish List
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Today I talk with Val Ellsworth, the founder of Nothing But Love Canine Foundation to explore the mental health impact of working in animal rescue and the importance of peer support.
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