Facilitator & Guide

For Conscious Living & Dying

Nurturing Sensitive Souls to Live Fully & Die Fulfilled

Holistic End of Life Guide, Slow Living Advocate, Intuitive Coach, Ritual & Retreat Facilitator, End of Life Educator, Creator of Apprenticeship With Death

My Why

I’ve heard it all my life: “You’re too sensitive,” “You’re too emotional.” Maybe you’ve heard this too. Here’s the truth I discovered: emotional attunement and heightened senses aren’t weaknesses or burdens; they’re superpowers.

My mission is to support fellow HSPs like you in navigating a world that rarely slows down for deep feeling and reflection. I’m advocating for compassion, depth, and mindful presence in a society that prioritizes speed and productivity.

This mission grew from a series of life-changing experiences. My baby’s stillbirth revealed the need for compassionate care during profound loss. My work in green design deepened my commitment to holistic living. Powerful encounters with the spirit world strengthened my connection to the sacred. As a chaplain and end-of-life practitioner, I’ve seen how much society struggles to support people through life’s most difficult times.

I’m most passionate about

Guiding mindful approaches to living and dying

Holding sacred space for healing and growth

Nurturing creativity as a path to self-discovery

Aligning with the rhythm of nature and our inner nature

Creating simple life and easy business practices

Professional bio

Rhea Mader is an explorer of soulful life cycles and sacred rhythms, guiding others through the full spectrum of life with compassion and intuition. Her approach blends meditation, Yoga Nidra, intuitive coaching, and end-of-life support to create spaces for healing and transformation. 

As the creator of Apprenticeship With Death, Rhea extends her compassionate touch to training others to hold space for the sacredness of dying, death, and grief. Her passion for end of life education reflects her belief in the transformative power of embracing our mortality.

Those drawn to Rhea’s work often describe themselves as sensitive souls, creative spirits, or seekers of deeper meaning. Their experiences with her leave them feeling seen, heard, reconnected to themselves, others, and the sacred web of existence. Her invitation is to slow down, tune into our hearts, and approach life and death with reverence. Her personal motto is “Turtle Time”.

Commitment to Equity and Understanding

I’m committed to bringing about systemic change through active learning, deep listening, and deconditioning. I acknowledge my privilege as a cis-gendered, able-bodied white woman. I am continuously working on expanding my understanding and respect for diverse cultural traditions. I honor the Kaw Nation, who tended the lands where I was raised and where I currently live. I acknowledge the harmful impact of colonization. My work is grounded in ethical marketing and fair access. I prioritize people and planet over profit and aim to benefit the common good.

Honoring My Lineage

Rhea’s Credentials & Teachers

I am a Certified Thanatologist and have completed specialized training as an End of Life Coach, Doula, and Educator through the Conscious Dying Institute, where I also became a facilitator for their programs. Additional certifications include:

  • Holding Space for Pregnancy Loss with an advanced focus on BIPOC
  • Holding Space for Abortion
  • Understanding Trauma for Death Doulas
  • Mental Health First Aide
  • Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training

I completed one 400-hour unit of Clinical Pastoral Education, and I have engaged in extensive studies in spirituality and metaphysics, such as

  • World Religions for Death Doulas
  • Channeling, Spiritual & Psychic Training
  • USUI Reiki I, II & III
  • I’m an ELCA Stephen Minister

My life coaching and consulting certifications help me ignite the wisdom and compassion within as you navigate significant life changes. I am a certified life coach through the Beautiful You Life Coach Academy, Holding Space Consultant, and Women Rising Leader & Coach.

I have trained in various forms of meditation and yoga, including Restorative Yoga, Radiance Sutras Instinctive Meditation, and Empowered Wisdom Yoga Nidra.

Throughout my journey, I’ve had the honor of learning from incredible teachers such as Tracee Stanley, Dr. Chanti Tacorante-Perez, Julie Parker, Megan Dalla-Camina, Sora Schilling, Dr. Lorin Roche, Camille Maurine, and the list goes on. Their wisdom and guidance have helped to shape my approach to conscious living and conscious dying.

Kind Words

I had been trying to figure out how to proceed in my business, stop doubting myself, and become more confident in my ideas and dreams.  Your coaching style gave me permission to dream and feel value in my style of doing things.  I’m so very thankful for your loving spirit, your calmness, and kindness.

~ Ana

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I was at a crossroad not knowing my purpose in life beyond being a mom and wife.  I’ve known for some time that I needed a positive movement, I just didn’t know how to do it on my own.  She is able to connect deeply, free from judgment and criticism, and communicates in a way that is meaningful and truthful.

~ Shawna

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I was feeling somewhat stuck and lacking the fuel to propel my dreams forward.  I wanted direction and help to focus in a way that would be inspiring and authentic.  Now I recognize and cherish the talents and skills I possess and see that they are of value to myself as well as others.  My confidence has blossomed professionally and personally.

~ Jecks

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When I first reached out for Reiki, I had so much stress and was doubting my purpose in life.  I didn’t know anything about Reiki so I was kind of nervous not knowing what to expect but also very excited.  The thing that shifted for me was being able to look for and accept a new job.  I felt clarity and had insight and after a 21-year career, I’m so excited about my new job and finding work/life balance.

~ Ericka

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By the end of our first session, any fears or nerves about working with Rhea were gone.  I felt like she already knew me.  She was welcoming, kind and gentle, and I felt instantly loved.  She was able to hold space for me without any judgement, and I really needed that.  Rhea helped me to find my own routines and practices that would help me see myself, hear myself and believe in myself.

~ Erin

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The biggest change I have seen for myself is that I trust in the Universe.  I consistently practice calling in source energy every day and that has made my decisions immensely easier to make because I am not as stuck in my head about them. Thank you for your gentle, supportive and easeful way of showing up as my coach.

~ Taylor

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This has challenged some thoughts I have adopted but am questioning now if those are my “truth.” I have been able to solidify thoughts and beliefs I have about death. I am more open to discussion with anyone, including those at work and kids and grandchildren.  I am preparing with the feeling of completeness and love. This is ‘life’ (death) changing.

~ Laurita

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I recognize that I have a responsibility to make my needs and wants known. That I have (some-more than I’d realized!) control over how I leave this life and how I live it. It’s been an ongoing realization for me as I’ve aged, but these conversations have driven that home.

~ Peg

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For a topic that can be so difficult and taboo that I have rarely (if ever) deeply opened up about, I felt so safe and supported to express my own views and learnings along the journey, without fear of judgment or being told what the ‘right’ beliefs are.  I loved how you took the lead in the most loving way Rhea, acknowledging everybody’s opinions and stories and also sharing your own was really insightful.  I’m so glad I followed my hunch to explore this with you Rhea.

~ Abbie

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This was a wonderful class!  I feel like I gained a deeper perspective of death and dying.  The hands meditation and the meditation in the last class were both very powerful.  Also, the timed journaling we did once was very helpful for me.  I would describe the experience as beautiful, educational, and inspirational.

~ Britt

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I was hoping to meet myself deeper, explore how I would feel with those questions regarding the Best Three Months and how I would prepare.  My expectations were definitely met and I felt very safe and supported.  I would sum of the experience by saying it was like being in life with gratitude and being with death in gratitude.

~ Marisa

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The way this course has manifested in my life is that I have more focus on priorities and less focus on distractions, I feel more mindful.  I felt so safe and supported in your program.  You created a beautiful space of openness, courage, vulnerability, and reflection.  My hopes were beyond met!  This course is a game changer, life changer.

~ Lydia