I may be a good fit for you if you see your practical and spiritual needs as intertwined. As a neurodivergent person, I feel and think deeply, and I find equal comfort in both information and ritual. If you are feeling unmoored in a time of great transition or grief, I can help you gather your thoughts, clarify your needs, get access to resources, find gentle accountability to get things done, and create meaning-making embodied rituals to ground you on your journey.

I came to this work by tugging on the threads of my own grief, unmasking my talents and passion for creating community and intimacy to carry us through the tenderest, most fragile moments of life. Through deep listening, mirroring, research and resourcing, I can help you get at the heart of what matters most to you, and how you can be most alive in the face of death.

But what is a death doula?

INELDA, or the International End-of-Life Doula Association, describes the role of the death doula as providing “companionship, comfort, and guidance to those facing a terminal illness or death. ​Our non-medical holistic support encompasses emotional, spiritual, and practical care. We offer resources to help ​the dying person, along with their family and loved ones, make informed decisions in a supportive environment.

A doula can become involved any time in a person’s life. We offer support when people are impacted by a life ​changing illness, after a terminal diagnosis, when death is imminent, or even after a death—to help with light ​grief support. Sometimes family members or loved ones of the person dying seek support and guidance from end-​of-life doulas.”

My scope of practice:

I provide non-medical, non-judgmental support and guidance to individuals and families through times of critical, transformative life change.

I strive to inform, support, guide, empower and comfort you, while working along side other caregivers and members of your medical team.

I work to foster self-determination in my clients by assisting you in gathering information and encouraging you to make informed choices that are right for you. For client needs outside of the my scope of practice, I can make referrals to appropriate professionals and community resources.

My support is focused on, and adapted to, the unique needs and requirements of each client I serve.

I can perform basic care tasks as requested, such as light cleaning or organizing, assistance with errands or meal preparation, or basic pet care.

*adapted from the National End-of-Life Doula Alliance (NEDA)

Limitations of practice:

As a non-medical care provider, I do not perform clinical tasks (e.g., monitor vital signs, administer medication). I do not give medical advice or persuade clients to follow a specific course of action or treatment.

I offer companionship and modalities for emotional processing but I am not a licensed mental healthcare provider, and as such do not diagnose or claim to treat mental health concerns.

I do not impose my own values and beliefs on you, the client.

I will not usurp or undermine the role of other professionals and caregivers such as your hospice nurse, social worker, chaplain, home health aide, etc.

I may be present at your request, but doulas do not facilitate the medical aid-in-dying (MAID) process.

I do not provide childcare.

I do not transport clients, caregivers, pets, children, or valuables in my personal vehicle.

*adapted from the National End-of-Life Doula Alliance (NEDA)

Resources & Referrals

Looking for end of life resources? Check out my free list of resources here. This list is continuously being updated and expanded.

For assistance accessing professional services, please contact me.