Courtney Trethric is a pet loss and grief guide supporting people through identity thresholds and life transitions. As the founder of The Cosmic Craft, an LGBTQIA+ owned small business in Waynesville, NC, she weaves astrology, herbalism, gentle movement, ritual, and breathwork into heart-led one-on-one & group offerings, handmade herbal remedies, and a free pet grief weekly livestream.

Before founding The Cosmic Craft, Courtney spent over a decade in veterinary medicine, animal rescue, and advocacy, sitting with more than a hundred families through the loss of beloved animal companions. That firsthand experience continues to shape her devotion to grief that is often unseen or minimized, particularly the tender, layered loss of an animal companion.

Courtney also serves as a board member for Heartfelt Haywood, a local organization dedicated to ensuring no one dies alone, no one grieves alone, and caregivers are supported and valued.

She will be leading: Holding The Heart - Grief is one of the most universal human experiences, yet so often, we are left to carry it alone and in silence. Holding the Heart is a class designed to change that.

Led by astrologer, community herbalist, and holistic pet grief guide Courtney Trethric, this gathering weaves together plant wisdom and heartfelt conversation to help us better understand, tend to, and honor grief in all its forms. We'll explore herbs traditionally used to support the grieving heart, take a closer look at disenfranchised grief ( the losses that often go unrecognized or unseen), and share practical ways to show up for the grieving people in our own communities.

Whether you are in the thick of loss yourself, supporting a loved one, or simply want to build your capacity for compassionate care before a crisis, this class offers something for everyone.