In my heart, I am a nurse. For nearly 30 years, I’ve cared for others, spending most of my career in hospice and palliative care. Sitting with hundreds of people as they die has shaped how I see life—reminding me daily how fleeting and precious it is. Death is the ultimate transition, and I’ve come to understand that all life transitions carry the potential for transformation.

My own turning point came as I reached the age my mother was when she died. I entered a deep season of burnout and inner unraveling. What began as soul-searching eventually led me to medicine work, where I found a renewed sense of what truly matters. It stirred a longing for authenticity within myself and continues to guide me toward deeper clarity and connection.

I hold bachelor’s degrees in both Health Education and Nursing, and am certified as a Death Doula. My training includes certifications in holistic health and nutrition, spiritual philosophy, and Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy and Research from CIIS. I’ve completed full didactic training for MDMA-assisted therapy through MAPS, basic and advanced ketamine training through Palo Santo Therapies, and am completing a Master’s in Transpersonal Psychology. I also have foundational training in Grof’s Holotropic Breathwork.

My decades of bedside experience and passion for education have led me to this unique, integrative work. Whether you're facing the mystery of death, the intensity of transition, or the invitation of medicine work—I’m here to offer grounded, compassionate presence along the way.

~ Branda