Holding Sacred Space for Death & Grief
Service Description
I combine my knowledge of physiological death with my spiritual and shamanic wisdom to help people transition toward end of life and surrender into death, with grace and dignity, so they can have an Embodied & Soul-full Death. I help people perform a life review and work through fears, regrets, unresolved issues, and attachments – the goal is to allow the Soul to enter into the death space with as little “baggage” as possible. I have worked within the field of palliative care for 11+ years and have over 20,000 hours of direct experience working with dying people and their grieving families. As a Shamanic Practitioner and Death-Walker, I am skilled at moving between worlds. I serve as a bridge for those who experience challenges during this transition. It is my mission to help people connect with, honor, and love their body -- to see their body as closing, retreating, changing, evolving, rather than failing or betraying them. An Embodied & Soul-full Death means the Body and Soul are fully connected, so their consciousness can depart from Earth, together -- from a Shamanic perspective, consciousness must transition from the body, mind, AND soul in order for Death to occur seamlessly and peacefully. Some people linger in the final stages of death because one or all parts are not yet "ready" to release, let go, and be transmuted. There is not just one kind of "death" or "grief"; there are many shades, colors, and experiences of both. "Death" can occur even while we are still living -- energies, relationships, experiences are always in the flux of Life, Death, & Rebirth. I welcome & hold space for the multiplicity of these experiences. Sacred Space Holding & Death Support is also available for: - those who have a dying or deceased animal companion; - those who have suffered the immense loss of a baby through pregnancy loss or stillbirth (see my specific offering, dedicated to serving in these spaces); - those who have experienced ANY other kind of death in their lives (physical, spiritual, mental, and/or emotional) - including loss of a home/job, loss of a specific role or relationship, divorce, etc.
Cancellation Policy
Out of common courtesy, you are expected to provide 24-hour notice to cancel or reschedule your session, otherwise you will be required to pay 50% of the session fee. If you need to cancel with less than 24-hour notice due to extenuating circumstances beyond your control (illness, etc), please contact us as soon as possible so we can discuss waiving the fee. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Shamanic Therapy may include the use of Therapeutic Touch (in-person only) to re-balance, cleanse, and re-charge the energy field and subtle energy body, for the purpose of restoring flow/rhythm and promote healing/relaxation; you can choose to opt out of physical touch if you prefer. You will always be asked for permission. Touch will only occur on "public" parts of your body (hands, arms, legs, feet, head, abdomen, upper chest), unless otherwise agreed upon. No prior meditation or shamanic experience is required - you will receive the required teaching and guidance to embark on a shamanic journey during your session. DISCLAIMER: This therapy is NOT intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any form of disease or dysfunction and is not to replace other forms of therapy or medical treatment. The information shared in these sessions is intended for educational purposes only. It is up to YOU to decide what is best for YOUR body, and to consult with appropriate professionals. NOTE: When working with the Spirit world, there are no guarantees you will receive the specific guidance you desire; Spirit will only show you or reveal to you what is most needed and in alignment with your highest good. Guidance received is not always easy to interpret and can come in the form of metaphors, stories, etc - sometimes the messages and insights received will require time and space to percolate in order for you to discover their deeper meaning. You are, however, guaranteed to gain something from this experience, whether that is relaxation, guidance, a deeper understanding of self, rejuvenation, knowledge, wisdom, etc.