MEET CHRISTY
Certified Death Doula, End-of-Life Practitioner, and Founder of the Compass Doula Collective
I believe that no one should have to navigate the end of life alone — not the dying, not their loved ones, and not those called to this sacred work.
MY STORY
I Never Set Out to Become a Death Doula
Like so many others, I was afraid of death. Afraid of saying the wrong thing. Afraid of not knowing how to help. Afraid of feeling powerless in the face of loss.
But everything changed the day I sat beside someone in their final moments and realized that presence — not perfection — is what matters most.
I saw how our culture treats death as something to be feared, something to avoid talking about until it's too late. But in that quiet space between life and death, I witnessed something I didn't expect: peace. Connection. And the possibility of a meaningful goodbye.
That's when I knew — this work is not about death. It's about life. About dignity. About love.
I went on to earn my certification through Doulagivers as an End-of-Life Doula and Advanced Care Consultant. I became a certified Reiki practitioner. I studied, I trained, and most importantly, I sat with families during some of the most tender and transformative moments of their lives.
What I found again and again was this: when families have the right guidance, the overwhelm softens. When someone is there to help create a clear plan and hold space for the hard conversations, fear gives way to peace. Confusion gives way to clarity. And families can focus on what truly matters — being present with the people they love.
That's the work I was meant to do. And it's the work I'm honored to do every single day.
HOW I HELP
Compassion and Clarity for Every Step of the Journey
Whether you're supporting a loved one through a terminal diagnosis, planning ahead for your own end-of-life wishes, or simply trying to make sense of what comes next — I'm here.
Through The End-of-Life Clarity Pathway, I work one-on-one with families to create a personalized plan that brings comfort, reduces stress, and honors your loved one's wishes. My services include:
End-of-Life Planning — Documenting wishes, organizing care preferences, and ensuring your voice is heard
Vigil Planning & Sacred Rituals — Creating meaningful, personalized experiences for the final hours and beyond
Legacy Creation — Heartfelt letters, memory books, videos, and keepsakes that capture your loved one's story
Grief Coaching — Compassionate support to help you navigate loss and find your path forward
Hospice Collaboration — Working alongside your care team to ensure holistic, coordinated support
After-Death Care — Guidance on rituals, memorials, home funerals, and the practical steps that follow a loss
Resource Connections — Linking you with hospice, palliative care, and community services
I provide in-person support throughout Northern California — including Loomis, Roseville, Rocklin, Auburn, Sacramento, and surrounding areas — as well as tele-doula services throughout California and nationwide.
WHAT I BELIEVE
Everyone Deserves Affirming, Compassionate Care
End-of-life care is deeply personal. It touches on your beliefs, your culture, your family dynamics, and the unique life you've lived. I meet every person and every family exactly where they are — without judgment, without agenda, and with deep respect for your journey.
As a proud member of the LGBTQIA+ community, I'm especially sensitive to the unique challenges that LGBTQIA+ individuals and families face at end of life. I provide affirming care that honors your identity and your relationships, because every person deserves to feel seen, respected, and supported during life's most sacred transitions.
TRAINING THE NEXT GENERATION
The Compass Doula Collective
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My commitment to this work goes beyond the families I serve directly. Through the Compass Doula Collective, I train aspiring death doulas to step into this sacred role with skill, confidence, and heart.
The Compass Doula Collective is a 10-week immersive training program — available in-person in Northern California and online — that covers everything from the physiology of dying to communication techniques, legacy work, vigil planning, and how to build a death doula practice. Graduates join a supportive community of practitioners and gain access to the Compass Doula Collective referral network.
If you feel called to this work, I'd love to guide you on that path.
MY CREDENTIALS
Certified End-of-Life Doula — Doulagivers
Certified Advanced Care Consultant — Doulagivers
Certified Reiki Practitioner
Master of Science (M.S.)
Founder, Compass Doula Collective — Death Doula Training Program
Featured on the Women's Moon Wisdom Podcast and other media
LET'S TALK
You Don't Have to Do This Alone
If you're navigating the end of life — whether for yourself or someone you love — I'm here to help you find clarity, comfort, and peace. Every journey is different, and there's no wrong time to reach out.
Schedule a complimentary Guided Care Planning call, and let's talk about what you're going through and how I can support you.