brennamathers.co

Death Doula

Miami, FL Fort Lauderdale, FL St. Petersburg, FL

Breathwork, Legacy Work, Home Funerals, Grief Movement, Guided Imagery, LGBTQ Allied, Rituals

Offers free consultation

Verified by Autumn

I’m Brenna, a Miami-based end-of-life doula who believes curiosity is a better companion to death than dread. I work in hospice alongside my independent doula practice, supporting people and families in the places where medicine isn’t designed to go. I’m equally comfortable sitting quietly with someone in their hardest hour, talking truthfully about what’s happening, and handling the practical, unglamorous paperwork that comes with dying. I believe reverence and plain talk belong in the same room. So do grief and laughter. My approach is rooted in curiosity, honesty, and trust. I want people to leave our time together with more than information: a little more knowledge of what’s possible, a little more confidence in their own instincts, and a sense that they can be curious about considerations our society avoids. I take this work seriously without believing I must treat every moment solemnly. Before entering death care, I spent decades as a commercial TV producer. I’ll be forever fond of storytelling, complicated logistics, and making a lot of moving parts behave themselves. These days, that fondness manifests in collaborating on creative legacy projects that preserve stories, voices, rituals, and relationships that can outlast a lifetime. Outside of work, I take my role as a cool aunt very seriously. I walk daily with my two extremely opinionated wirehaired dogs, and I find something sacred in a room full of people responding to live music together. I’m interested in finding ways to support a death-care culture in Miami that is curious, human, creative, and, above all, one that returns agency and trust to people as they navigate dying, death, and grief.


No one should have to choose between a doula who's emotionally present and one who navigates the logistics and legal documents. I serve both roles, sometimes even in the same visit: sitting in silence when the room needs it, then shifting to coordinate with hospice, plan a ceremony, or collaborate on a legacy project. I believe grief and joy aren't opposites and a good ending can hold both.


Certifications

  • INELDA
  • Going with Grace

What types of services do you provide?

I provide non-medical end-of-life doula support before, during, and after death. That can include whatever suits the relationship...advanced planning, preparing for the practical and emotional realities of dying, sitting bedside, supporting family members, and aiding in navigating the logistics. I create legacy projects, preserving stories, voices, rituals, memories, and relationships in creative ways. And I embrace opportunities to help plan memorials that are personal and genuinely reflective of the person being remembered, rather than defaulting to a traditional formula. My work can also include practical guidance after a death, connecting families with grief resources to aid in understanding what needs to happen next.

What should clients know about your pricing(e.g., discounts, fees, packages)?

My pricing depends on what you need: The Conversation — End-of-life planning, advance directives, values, legacy projects, memorials, obituaries, or simply making space for questions. Free 30-minute consultation to start. Hourly fees thereafter. Threshold Companionship — Vigil support, caregiver respite, advocacy, communication, coordination, and legacy work. Hourly fees or pre-approved custom packages. What Remains — Creative, personal memorial and ceremonial support, plus post-death logistics and grief support. Flat project fee. Money shouldn’t be the reason this conversation doesn’t happen. I’m willing to talk about flexible arrangements. Let’s talk about what you need and see if we can find a structure that fits.

What is your typical process for working with a new client?

We start with a complimentary conversation. I want to understand what’s happening, the concerns, the known and unknowns. From there, we figure out what kind of support would be useful. Sometimes that's a conversation or two; other times it's working together over a longer period. I help identify priorities and practical next steps while staying attentive to the emotional and relational realities of what’s happening. My role is to help you understand your options, identify what matters to you, and advocate accordingly.

What advice would you give someone looking to hire an end-of-life doula?

Pay attention to how you feel talking to them. Of course, ask about experience, training, scope of practice, availability and fees. But also notice how they listen.

What questions should clients think through before talking to doulas?

This is not to say the answers should exist but a few thought starters... - How do you want to spend your final days? - Who gets a say in your care? - What does a good death look like to you? - What do you need to say, do, or finish before you die?

Do you offer any other services beyond end-of-life doula support (e.g. advanced care planning, paralegal, legacy services, chaplaincy services)?

Legacy services and creative projects And a referral network for needs beyond the bedside.

Do you work as part of a collaborative or independently?

I have an independent doula practice, and work in hospice. I value collaboration enormously and believe end-of-life care is at its best when the people involved communicate well and understand their respective roles.

Are you willing to work remotely?

Yes. Many aspects of end-of-life support can be done remotely. I’m also happy to talk with people outside Miami about what kind of support can realistically and meaningfully be provided remotely or work with you to find a localized fit.


  • Services
  • End-of-life planning: advance directives, values clarification, obituary and/or eulogy writing support
  • In-person (or virtual) companionship during active dying
  • Legacy projects (with specialization in video production)
  • Coordination between families, clinicians, and hospice teams
  • Funeral and memorial ceremony planning and officiating
  • Post-death logistics support
  • Ongoing grief and bereavement check-ins
  • I work best with those who want a doula who can hold both the emotional weight of dying and the practical logistics that come with it. I'm equally comfortable sitting in silence or making a phone call on your behalf, and I'm drawn to clients who want to include joy, ritual, or celebration as part of the process. Open to collaborating at any stage: early planners, families in active crisis, or those processing grief after the fact. Comfortable working across religious and secular traditions. Based in Miami-Dade; available virtually beyond that.

Years In Business

  • 2026

Number Of Employees

  • 1

Service Areas

  • Miami, FL
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • St. Petersburg, FL

Languages

  • English

Payment Method

  • Volunteer / Free Support
  • Barter
  • Payment Plan
  • Venmo
  • Credit card
  • Check
  • Paypal

Address

Miami, FL 33130

Travel Preferences

I travel to clients

I support clients virtually (phone/internet)


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