Catheryn’s Approach to Doula Work

Since she was young, Catheryn has always had a deep admiration for the remarkable power that goes into pregnancy and childbirth. That admiration soon sparked an interest in pursuing birth work, where she realized that her skills and passions were aligned with the role of a doula.

Her goal as an adaptable and nurturing doula is to foster safety, support, and comfort for the birthing person and family - however that may look for them. She is able to use techniques like massage, positioning, and mindful coping practices to aid in comfort. Because each birth is so unique, Catheryn aims to provide individualized care and guidance to each client throughout their personal journey, and to uplift clients during the challenges and rewards that come with labor, birth, and postpartum. While she is pleased to work with all families from different backgrounds, she is especially eager to work with young families and single parents.

Catheryn’s Background

Catheryn graduated from Portland State University with a degree in Psychology and a minor in Criminal Justice. She went on to work as a support specialist at a psychiatric hospital, where she learned about the complexity of mental health, as well as the value of support and community. This experience provided her with an abundance of tools, such as effective coping skills and mindfulness that she is eager to instill in her doula clients, all with high regard for trauma informed practices. She has necessary experience working with people who are dealing with anxiety and can provide tools and resources to help guide you through those feelings.

Catheryn has lived in Portland for most of her life. She lives in Southeast Portland with her partner and their two pups, Yeti & Rocco. When she is not supporting families, her favorite activities include rock climbing, backpacking, doing puzzles, dabbling in a variety of crafts, and going to concerts.