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What is a DEATH DOULA,
and why should you hire one? Death doulas demystify death and dying, allowing individuals and their loved ones to better connect with themselves and one another while experiencing the rich possibilities of both life and death. What exactly does a death doula do? Your death doula engages you in the process of Life Review. With her guidance, you tell your story, in a personalized and meaningful way, formally or informally, using whatever style or media feels right. |
A vast literature of clinical research
agrees that this process of non-judgmental observation and reflection has multiple benefits, including but not limited to: ~ providing comfort, ~ identifying ~ and resolving areas of discomfort or conflict, sharing new details with loved ones, ~ promoting healing and acceptance, and creating meaningful dialogue as a pathway toward a more deeply connected encounter with death. While your death doula does not provide or give opinions about clinical care, she uses coaching in the form of progressive exploration to ensure you make conscious choices, and explore “best fit” solutions, that reflect your needs and wants at end of life. |
If desired, your death doula
is present during the time of transition, holding sacred space. If families are traveling from out of town and don’t want their loved one to transition alone, the death doula is there. Likewise, if a family is present and wants support the death doula is there, enhancing our uniquely human experience through mindful attention and calm presence. Dialogue with your Death Doula today about how she may support you! |
I request that all Death Doula clients complete an End of Life Preparation Self Assessment form prior to our first meeting. Please find the form here:
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