What is an end-of-life doula?

Synonym: death doula, death midwife

A trained, non-medical professional of extraordinary compassion and kindness, who brings emotional, practical and unbiased support and expertise for those nearing death. Also known as death doulas, these caring professionals are often called upon to provide comfort, calm, and education for the dying person and their loved ones.

The Time Between

Compassionate End-of-Life Doula Services

Holding space. Easing fear. Honouring life.

The Time Between offers heartfelt, non-medical support for individuals nearing the end of life and their loved ones. As a trained end-of-life doula (candidate), I provide emotional, practical, and compassionate care to help ease the journey through death and dying. Often called a “death doula,” my role is to offer a calm, grounded presence, providing education, guidance, and comfort during one of life’s most tender and transformative times.

When someone is dying, and the people who love them are preparing to say goodbye, emotions can feel overwhelming. Fear, grief, uncertainty, and love often arrive all at once. My work is to be a steady, caring presence—a safe space where those feelings can be expressed freely and without judgment. You are not alone.

With nearly 20 years of experience in the mental health field, I bring a deep understanding of emotional care and peer support to this sacred work. I'm also an artist and arts-based facilitator, and I'm now weaving together everything I’ve learned about healing through creative expression into this new chapter of service.

At the heart of The Time Between is a belief that even in dying, there is deep living to be done. I am here to walk beside you, to honour your story, and to help bring meaning, peace, and connection to this sacred part of the journey.

I am currently completing my end-of-life doula certification and practicum, and will begin taking on new clients in the fall of 2025.

End-of-life care is deeply personal, and every doula brings unique experiences and strengths to their practice. My services include:

• Meaning-making and fostering a sense of purpose, even in the final days

• Emotional and mental health peer support

• Life review and legacy projects

• Grief and bereavement support

• Obituary and memorial writing

• Home funeral support and vigil sitting

• Celebration of life and ritual/ceremony creation

• Coordination of resources and family facilitation

• Management of digital identity and social media after death