

About Me
Ariana DeFreitas-Fortier, CD (DTI), CBE
I am a certified full-spectrum doula and childbirth educator in the Seattle area. I completed my trainings through Doula Trainings International in 2020 and 2021, respectively. Through the Swedish Doula Program, I have completed training to be a Bereavement Doula as well. I also offer childbirth and postpartum education. I empower birthing people and new parents through choice, informed consent, evidence-based practices, trusting their bodies, and through providing a calm and grounding presence. For doula support, please get in touch to set up an initial chat! I look forward to learning more about you and how I can serve you in this transitional time.
I am also a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate with specialized training in Perinatal Mental Health (PSI). You can find me at Bird Dog Counseling where I am accepting new clients. For perinatal mental health, please reach out on the Bird Dog Counseling website. I am in network with Premera and Lifewise.
Training
Skills and Experience
CERTIFIED
FULL-SPECTRUM DOULA
Doula Trainings International, July 2020
M.A. COUNSELING PSYCHOLOGY
CHILDBIRTH EDUCATOR
Doula Trainings International, January 2021
PERINATAL MENTAL HEALTH CERTIFICATION - IN PROCESS
POSTPARTUM KITCHEN APPRENTICESHIP
Milk + Seed, September 2021
BEREAVEMENT DOULA
Swedish Doula Program, February 2022
CENTERING THE MARGINALIZED EXPERIENCE
Davinah Simmons of Rooted Birth Doula Services, October 2020
SPINNING BABIES WORKSHOP
Spinning Babies, May 2022