Hello, I'm Valerie!

I am a Death Doula, companion, sound practitioner, and founder of Thresholds by Valerie Atkinson.

My work is rooted in supporting people through life’s many thresholds — loss, caregiving, illness, end-of-life, identity shifts, major transitions, and the moments that ask us to navigate change, uncertainty, and becoming.

Drawing from practices such as sound, ritual, meditation, and compassionate conversation, I create spaces for reflection, presence, and honest exploration. Rather than offering answers, I believe in the power of companioning — walking alongside people as they move through experiences that are often tender, complex, and deeply human.

Shaped by my own experiences, years of contemplative practice, and a deep respect for the wisdom that emerges through life’s transitions, I am devoted to creating spaces where people feel seen, supported, and less alone.

I offer this work in-person and online through death doula services, grief support, advanced care planning, community gatherings, and one-to-one companioning.