My journey into this work didn’t begin in a clinic or a classroom—it began in the world of food and hospitality. Looking back, it makes perfect sense. Service has always been my love language. Food led to a 15-year career in foodservice, where I worked as a department head, hands-on leader, and team player. I learned how to listen deeply, respond intuitively, and create spaces where people feel genuinely cared for. I had a lot of fun along the way—but eventually, that trajectory led to extreme burnout and a hard reckoning with how I was spending my time. I began asking myself: What do I have to show for 15 years of my precious life?

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I left a thriving career and moved my family to the mountains. There, I slowed down, listened inward, and reconnected with what mattered most—owning my time. I launched my own hospitality consulting company, which checked all the boxes: autonomy, meaningful connection, and the freedom to design my days. I loved meeting new people and working on a wide range of projects, often beginning with the same question:
“What brings you happiness and holds the most value for you? Great—let’s start there.”

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After two unexpected deaths and one particularly difficult end-of-life experience, our family relocated again—this time to a farm near loved ones who needed our support. In that season, I found myself naturally applying my skills in a more intimate and meaningful way, offering comfort, presence, and connection while creating deeper purpose in my daily life.

Once we were settled, I began engaging more with neighbors and elders in our community. The transition into doula work felt surprisingly natural. I had already spent years asking business owners questions about purpose and legacy; as a death doula, those same conversations became centered on life, not just work. What started as simple weekly visits—often a game of checkers and shared stories—quietly grew into a new path.

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Humans are storytellers. I humbly serve my community by helping individuals and families tell, preserve, and prepare their stories. I also host workshops and gatherings that invite more open conversations around death, grief, and legacy—because I believe we all deserve to feel seen, heard, and supported through life’s most profound moments.

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Death care was once a powerful intergenerational connector. Today, it’s often outsourced and sterilized. Whether you’re navigating illness, caring for a loved one, or simply curious about approaching the end of life more intentionally, I’m here to walk alongside you. Doulas make time, let's chat!