WITHOUT FEAR
May the flame never be extinguished.
BIO
My name is Alexis, and death-work is my calling.
Throughout my personal journey with the end of life, I have struggled with finding space and time to grieve. I didnt know what proper grief even looked like.
I have lost many loved ones. Pets. Friends. Throughout all of this, I packed it away and carried it with me - not knowing what else to do with what I felt. Several years ago, I lost my mother to suicide - and that was the loss that finally pulled me underwater.
My personality completely changed. The light went out in me. I had nowhere to go with my grief, and I finally went under. My history in the mental health field meant I knew what I should be doing - but self application is hard.
Over time, a dear friend sent me a TED talk from a death doula, and gently nudged me to look into it. She said she thought I would be good at it since I "handled death so well", and so I did.
Starting down that path opened an avenue of healing. To learn to help others with their grief, to hold their hand along their own journey - we must first confront our own feelings, our own baggage, and our own shadows.
Through the path of training to become a death doula, I achieved deep personal healing - and knew this was right. I thought back to my time in the darkness, and wished I had known that such a thing existed.
So now, I exist.
I am here to hold your hand, to lift you up, to support you unconditionally and humbly as you and yours enter the sacred space of death - and walk with you in whatever way you need.
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I honor and welcome all beliefs, traditions, and cultural practices. If you don’t have a set tradition, I’m also happy to help you create something meaningful and personal.
My work draws from both modern and traditional death care approaches. On the practical side, I can help you get organized—whether that means pulling together your digital legacy, sorting through important documents, or figuring out what conversations need to happen with your loved ones, care team, or legal professionals. I can also assist in coordinating with hospice, helping manage communication, and ensuring your personal wishes are supported wherever possible.
On the more holistic side, I incorporate elements such as death nesting, shrouding, legacy projects, bedside vigils, spiritual wellness, and comfort-focused care—helping individuals and families prepare emotionally and practically for what lies ahead, including the more "meta" aspects of leaving this world comfortably and peacefully.
While I am trained in a wide range of end-of-life support practices, I want to be clear: I am not a lawyer, medical provider, or licensed funeral professional. I do not offer services that require those professional licensures—but I can help you navigate those systems and connect with the appropriate experts.
Whether you are preparing the way for yourself, your loved ones, your pet - or find yourself in the aftershocks of loss without a guide:
I am here for you, my friend.
CLIENT REVIEWS
Thank you, Without Fear for helping me help my sweet Shadow transition. Your guidance suggestions and constant support made letting him go gracefully easier. My sweet red dog is home, his memory framed.
R.C., Pet Euthanasia Comfort Client
When my mother was placed on hospice, we felt lost and overwhelmed. Alexis was an anchor for our family, guiding us through the final days with so much grace and compassion. She helped us create a sacred space, answered all of our questions, and supported us emotionally every step of the way. Because of her, my mother’s passing was peaceful, and we were able to focus on love instead of fear. I cannot express how deeply grateful we are for her presence during such a difficult time.
Emily R., Daughter of a Hospice Patient
I had no idea what a death doula was until a friend suggested we reach out to Alexis. From the moment we connected, I knew we were in the hands of someone truly special. She not only provided practical guidance but also held space for our emotions in a way that was deeply healing. She helped my husband write letters to our children, plan his final wishes, and find comfort in the unknown. Even after he passed, she continued to check in, offering grief support and resources. Her work is a gift to this world.
Sarah L., Wife of a Terminally Ill Client
Alexis was more than just a support system—she was an advocate for my father’s dignity and wishes when he could no longer speak for himself. She worked alongside hospice, helped us understand medical choices, and made sure we honored his values in his final days. She advocated for allowing us to say goodbye in a way that felt meaningful and personal. I never knew this kind of service existed, but now I can't imagine going through the end-of-life journey without a doula.
Michael T., Son of a Home Funeral Client
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Chattanooga TN 37416
