Patti DiMiceli
At your side through life's biggest
challenges with kindness,
wisdom, compassion, and grace.
Life Coaching / End-of-Life Doula / Grief Coaching
1 to 1 Coaching:
Life
If you are going through a major life change, have a loved one or pet who is dying, or need a trusted, compassionate, caring person to be at your side as you navigate these changes, I am here to help. With over 40 years of experience working with people who need to be seen, heard, listened to, validated, and understood, I am honored to hold Sacred Space for you.
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I prefer to use a "Strengths Model" in my approach. Based on the VIA ("Values in Action Inventory") Institute's guidelines, we explore your character strengths and attributes, as well as the thoughts, actions, and beliefs that are holding you back from achieving your goals and dreams. You can take the free VIA survey to see your finest qualities: https://www.viacharacter.org/ We use this survey, along with a few other assessment tools, to give us a starting point...a road map to living your best life.
Grief
For most of my life, I have walked beside people who are grieving—holding space for them as they seek the insight, understanding, and peace needed to continue living in the midst of loss. Each grief journey is unique. There is no timeline, no deadline, and no “right” way to grieve.
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Over the years, I have studied and learned from some of the most enlightened teachers in the field of living, dying, and grieving—through their writings, workshops, and personal encounters. My teachers include my beloved Amber, Dr. Lawrence Burton, Dr. Bernie Siegel, Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, Ann Armstrong-Daily, Beverly Chappell, David Kessler, and many others.
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Through David Kessler’s year-long Certified Grief Educator program, I deepened my knowledge far beyond what I had imagined possible. Kessler—renowned grief expert, co-author with Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, and founder of Grief.com—wrote Finding Meaning: The Sixth Stage of Grief. In September 2021, I became certified as a Grief Educator, and since then I have been honored to serve as a Moderator for David’s Tender Hearts online grief groups. (You can view my listing on Grief.com here).
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My approach to grief coaching is rooted in trust, honor, compassion, and hope. I hold Sacred Space for every client and gently walk beside them—listening, supporting, and encouraging them as they navigate the shifting landscape of loss.
​Rates
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20-Minute Discovery Session: Free of charge
A gentle conversation to see if we are a good fit to walk this journey together. -
Initial Intake / Assessment / Consultation: 1 – 1.5 hours | $90 – $135
A deeper session to explore your needs, story, and goals, creating a foundation for our work together. -
Follow-Up Consultations: 1 hour | $90
Ongoing sessions designed to support, guide, and walk beside you as you continue your journey.
For those who prefer ongoing support, I offer discounted session packages:
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1 hour per week for 1 month, 4 -1 hr sessions: $332 ($83 hr)
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1 hour every other week for 2 months, 4 -1 hr sessions: $324 ($81 hr)
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1 hour per week for 3 months, 12 - 1 hr sessions: $912 ($76 hr)
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1 hour every other week for 3 months, 6 - 1 hr sessions: $480 ($80 hr)
End-of-Life Doula Service—People & Pets
I became a trained End-of-Life Doula through INELDA—the International End of Life Doula Association—one of the most respected organizations in the world.
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In their words:
"An end-of-life doula guides a person who is transitioning to death, and their loved ones, through the dying process. The doula may become involved soon after a terminal diagnosis, later as the illness progresses, or even after death to help loved ones begin their grieving journey. The doula provides emotional, spiritual, and physical support to everyone involved. Above all, the doula listens deeply—to concerns, fears, hopes, and life stories of the dying person and their loved ones—to bring peace at the end of life. The doula holds space for the kind of dying experience that honors who the person is and has been, and helps them live with meaning and purpose up to their final breath."
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As both a doula for people and for beloved pets, I walk gently beside you—listening, honoring, and holding sacred space. My role is not to “fix” or “direct,” but to support the natural process with compassion, presence, and love—helping ease fear, offering comfort, and ensuring that this most tender passage is met with dignity, peace, and grace.
Rates
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One 20 minute "Discovery Session:" No Charge
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Initial Intake / Assessment / Consultation: 1-1.5 hours, $70 - 105
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Follow-Up Consultations / Vigils, per hour - $70
Companioning
Every human being longs to be truly seen, heard, and loved. We all want our lives to matter—to know that we make a difference now and that we have left a meaningful imprint on others, especially as we grow older.
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My work with Elders is a sacred extension of this truth. Through in-person visits—whether at home or in an Assisted Living community—I offer companionship and connection that enriches the past, embraces the present, and brings hope to the future. Together, we may look through old photos with a magnifying glass to rediscover cherished details, share stories, explore the world through the senses, or engage in creativity through drawing, painting, music, or memory work.
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Even as a child, I was deeply drawn to our Elders—their wisdom, their stories, their spirit. That devotion has never left me. Today, I know with certainty: this is not just my work, but my Calling.
Rates
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Each Visit (minimum of 2 hours) $120
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Additional time spent per hour - $55
Everyone deserves the chance to be seen, heard, and understood. If financial support is needed, I am glad to offer a sliding scale to make our work together possible. As a gesture of gratitude, I also offer a 10% discount for teachers, first responders, and members of the military.