Rachel B. | Doula in McKinney, TX

I am Rachel Bruursema, a professionally trained doula and mental health counselor. I support clients and families throughout the perinatal period - from TTC and fertility treatments, through pregnancy, birth, and the first months of parenthood. New to the Dallas area and currently completing certification with DONA International, I am offering a special rate to my next 5 clients. The perinatal period is a season of change, when you open up to love and joy. However, with it can come uncertainty and overwhelm. My goal is to ease the anxiety that often accompanies this period by providing curated, evidence-based information, challenging the perceived judgment of birth and early parenting decisions, and empowering my clients and families to identify and make the choices that best align with their values and unique needs. With the combination of my experience as a counselor, knowledge of mind-body approaches to stress, and comprehensive training in perinatal support, I will help you and your family revel in the good, navigate the challenges, and accept the process. A mother myself, I also draw from personal experiences with pregnancy complications, unmedicated birth, breastfeeding, and postpartum depression. This is one of the most meaningful journeys in life, and I can wait to help you shape that meaning and create the beautiful experience you deserve.