About Death Doula Services
Introduction
None of us knows when or how death will intersect our life. My own journey with loss began early. One of my earliest memories of death was sitting in my father’s lap at a graveside service for my baby brother, William, who was stillborn. I was just four years old. This was the second child my parents had to bury.
As I grew older, grief continued to shape my life. Both of my grandfathers passed away while I was in high school. Soon after, the sudden death of my cousin Chad in a tragic car accident at age 21, followed by my cousin Cory’s suicide at just 26, left lasting marks. Experiencing so much death and loss at a young age was deeply impactful, yet I grew up in a family and culture that feared death, avoided emotions, and rarely acknowledged our mortality. I understand how hard these conversations can be—because I lived it.
Why I Do This Work
Talking about death is uncomfortable. Many don’t know what to say, so they avoid the subject altogether. Ironically, this silence leaves us powerless and unaware of our choices. I believe every human deserves the right to have their preferences known and honored as they die. Death is inevitable—and preparing for it is an act of courage and love.
My Experience
I have both professional and personal experience walking beside the dying and their families. My work includes serving with hospice as a Bereavement Coordinator and Community Educator, as well as volunteering at the bedside of patients. My most profound experience was caring for my father—honoring his wish to die at home with dignity and peace.
I received my Death Doula Certification from Sacred Crossings in 2024, and I offer in-person and virtual services across San Diego County and beyond.
My Approach
I do not believe death is simply a medical event but rather a profoundly human one. Every person deserves a well-supported death that reflects the uniqueness of their living. What sets me apart is my calm, grounded presence and my ability to meet each situation with clarity, tenderness, and respect.
With warmth, deep listening, and a commitment to walk beside you, I help open the door to being with death in an authentic, compassionate way—wherever your journey may lead.