Meet The Doula

If you had asked me at ten years old what I wanted to be when I grew up, I would have confidently said, “a mortician!” I was deeply moved by the time I spent in funeral homes, watching Ted, the local mortician, guide families through one of the hardest moments of their lives. Inspired by his compassion, I attended mortuary college after high school—only to realize that my true calling lay elsewhere.

For years, I searched for the right path. Then I discovered Alua Arthur and the work of death doulas. The moment I heard her speak, I knew: this was my purpose. Supporting people through death and dying isn’t just my work—it’s my life’s greatest honor.

I trained and became certified through Going With Grace, and my journey as a death doula has been one of continuous learning and deep connection. As a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, I feel a special calling to support queer individuals, polycules, and nontraditional families in end-of-life planning—ensuring that their unique relationships, needs, and wishes are honored.

Beyond my work as a death doula, I’m a mom to three incredible girls, which makes the conversations around life, death, and legacy even more meaningful to me. I serve on the Board of Directors at Union Coffee, a community space dedicated to fostering connection and belonging. I also host a monthly Death Café, where people can gather for open, meaningful discussions about mortality.

Creativity is another way I engage with death and remembrance. As an artist specializing in preserved flowers and resin art, I bring a unique, tangible perspective to the rituals surrounding loss, helping people honor and memorialize their loved ones in deeply personal ways.

Whether through conversation, planning, or art, I am here to help you navigate the journey of life’s final chapter with care, dignity, and authenticity.