Audrey is a career mental health professional with a background in human services, child development, and community support. She trained as a doula in 2019, and has participated in births in multiple states, regions, and settings. 

 

She currently serves as the secretary of the Doulas Care Collective, of which she is also a founding member. She's a member of the Military Birth Resource Network serving the Culpeper, VA and Northern Virginia areas, and a Lamaze trained Childbirth Educator, teaching virtual and in-person private and group classes. 

On a personal note-

Growing up I was surrounded by powerful women who overcame staggering challenges and worked every day to make a beautiful life for themselves and their children. I heard the birth stories of my aunts and older cousins, supported women in a single mom's support center, and volunteered in women's and children's programs at the church I grew up in and as I met and worked alongside these women I saw them call on such impactful personal power. I wanted to help others harness that inner strength to make empowered choices and change their lives. 

 

When I first learned of birth work, and doula work in particular, I found a profession that calls upon so many of my strengths and interests. My creativity and flexible problem solving shine in birth work. My mindset, background in mental health and empowerment, and commitment to a judgement free and understanding-rich outlook bring grace and grounding to the people I support. 
 

When I'm not immersed in birth work I enjoy watching or reading a good rom-com or sci-fi, sketching historical dress, and reading with my cat. I enjoy trying new activities and being outside and active in fun ways. I love beaches, lakes, mountains, trees, and yes, even snow.