As a loss Doula, I use the art of Authenticity and practices of authentic communication, as well as some other Doula tools. There’s no place for agendas or protocols in this work. What’s important here is deep connection. And remember: in a Doula’s work, there’s no theatrics, everything is honest; people don’t have the energy to play someone or wear masks.
You are always welcome to describe your situation in your own words.• abortion (past or currently considering it) • pregnancy• fears related to death, identity, or “being in between worlds” • sick pet• I'm afraid of death anniversaries/memorial days• war is nearby, everyone is dying, • where to find strength, how to support a loved one in grief• How can I honor someone who has passed away? • People tell me I’ve been grieving for too long • I need to talk openly about death • I need spiritual support • I need support during the transition period (I’m not looking for psychotherapy) • I’ve been diagnosed with an illness • My loved one is missing / in captivity• My child is ill • Violent death of a loved one • I don’t want to live after losing someone close to me • Unprocessed grief • I need a death doula to support the dying process • I need a doula to help with a farewell ritual / preparation • I feel despair because of the palliative care system • Preparing for the death of a loved one • Loss of a sense of safety• Pregnancy loss at any stage • Loss of faith or trust • Loss of the ability to be yourself (including due to laws in your country) • Loss of money / financial stability • Loss of friendship • Leaving an abusive relationship • Loss of appearance or body • Loss of parents while they are still alive (due to illness, differing views, etc.) • Loss of self / loss of identity • Loss of meaning in life • Divorce or separation • Parenthood (loss of previous lifestyle, body, freedom, etc.) • Suicide of a loved one or acquaintance • Death of a child • Creating a grief project • Support in the dying process / funeral according to your religious tradition • Aging (your own or that of loved ones) • Fear of hospitals, surgery, medication, doctors, or the medical system • Fear of death • A loved one has an incurable illness • Death of a loved one (regardless of when it happened) • Loss of a pet • A loved one is dying • Caregiver exhaustion • I want to organize a meaningful / “dream” funeral • I want to prepare a legacy project • I want to imagine something different (a different way of relating to death, grief, or something hopeful within pain) • I want to honor someone’s memory • I feel guilty after losing someone • Emigration • I am still grieving • I feel anger towards the deceased • I am unable to have children P.S. I would also add:• loss of a business • loss of home • loss of physical abilities (partially or fully), including the ability to work • loss of a job (dismissal, redundancy, etc.) • difficulty coping with ridicule, harassment, or bullying (toward yourself, a loved one, or your child) • experiences of sexual harassment or assault • things that are often left unspoken — your story