Mentorship
“The delicate balance of mentoring someone is not creating them in your own image but giving them the opportunity to create themselves.”
– Steven Spielberg
One-on-One End-of-Life Doula Mentorship
Program
Embrace your calling with confidence and compassion. My One-on-One End-of-Life Doula Mentorship Program is designed for new and aspiring doulas who are ready to step into the sacred and transformative role of providing end-of-life care. Whether you’re just starting out or refining your practice, this mentorship offers personalized support to guide you on your unique journey.
The path to becoming an empowered, skilled, and grounded end-of-life doula can feel both beautiful and overwhelming. With individualized coaching, I’ll help you navigate the challenges and rewards of this deeply impactful work—ensuring you are prepared to serve your clients with grace, confidence, and a compassionate heart.
Why Choose This Mentorship Program?
Becoming an end-of-life doula is an incredibly rewarding journey. But it can also be emotionally demanding and challenging. In this mentorship, you’ll find a dedicated guide who has walked this path and is deeply invested in helping you build the skills, confidence, and resilience you need to serve your clients with care and compassion.
With years of experience and a holistic approach to end-of-life care, I’ll help you find your unique voice as a doula and empower you to create the kind of practice that aligns with your values and calling. This mentorship is about much more than just techniques—it’s about understanding the deeper spiritual and emotional layers of this sacred work.
If you’re ready to deepen your practice, gain clarity, and step into your full potential as an end-of-life doula, let’s begin this journey together.
I’ve spent many years supporting individuals and families through death, dying, and advance care planning.
My Background & Experience
Each step of my journey has deepened my understanding of the complex emotional, spiritual, and practical needs of the dying and their loved ones. From facilitating difficult conversations to recognizing sacred spaces—and embracing the mysteries of consciousness—I’ve dedicated myself to mastering the art and science of end-of-life care.
My professional training includes:
- Doulagivers Institute – Certified End-of-Life Doula, Certified Care Consultant, Certified Elder Care Doula
- The Sacred Art of Living Center – Anamcara Graduate; Healing Practices at the End of Life; Healing the Healers; The Art of Living and Dying; The Enneagram – Spiritual Formation
- Essentia Nobilis Aromatherapy, Jonathan Benavides – Aromatic Sentinel
- Francesca Arnoldy – Death Literacy Educator
- Respecting Choices – Certified Advance Care Planning Facilitator
- The Institute for the Study of Birth, Breath & Death – Holding Space Consultant
- Teepa Snow Positive Approach to Care – Dementia Support
- BJC Hospice – Volunteer
Academic credentials:
- Lindenwood University – Master of Science, Corporate & Industrial Communications
- Lindenwood University – Bachelor of Science, Mass Communications
Leadership and community involvement:
- Founder, Midwest End-of-Life Doula Collective
- President Emeritus, Gateway End-of-Life Coalition
- Board of Directors, National End-of-Life Doula Alliance (NEDA)
- Community Advocate – Actively working to improve end-of-life care legislation in Washington D.C. and Missouri
Over time, I found myself naturally mentoring newer doulas—offering guidance, encouragement, and perspective. I’ve come to love this part of the work: helping others step into their own voice with confidence and clarity.