Morgan Fava

Compassionate and experienced Certified Death Doula, Reiki Practitioner, and grief educator with 5+ years guiding individuals and families through end-of-life transitions. Adept in ritual, somatic support, emotional processing, and trauma-informed care. Strong background in community facilitation, spiritual mentorship, and holding sacred space for grief, remembrance, and healing. Committed to holistic, heart-centered service that honors the dignity of death and the sanctity of life.

Entrepreneur | Certified Death Doula & Educator - Self-Employed - Portland, OR/Austin, TX/Global

(2020-01)

• Provide holistic end-of-life care, grief support, and spiritual mentorship to individuals and families navigating death, loss, and life transitions.
• Lead group workshops and educational offerings on conscious dying, ancestral connection, somatic grief processing, and sacred ritual.
• Create personalized rituals and memorial experiences that honor cultural and spiritual traditions.
• Collaborate with care teams, hospice professionals, and community organizations to ensure compassionate, integrative support.
• Hold space for diverse clients through active listening, presence, and ceremony—offering both practical and spiritual care.

Service Professional / Bartender / Trainer - Yardhouse, The Carlile Room, Skyloft

(2013-01 - 2020-12)

• Managed high-volume guest service while training and mentoring new staff.
• Provided trauma-informed hospitality, developing relational skills that now translate to sensitive client care.
• Oversaw staff operations, scheduling, and safety protocols in management roles.

Volunteer End-of-Life Support - Legacy Hospice - Portland, OR

(2024-09)

Bachelor of Science - Biola University (2010-01)