Mentorship as an Ethical, Trauma-Aware Intervention: Supporting Doulas Beyond Certification

Lorie Michaels is a doula, educator, and mentor who supports birth and postpartum professionals through evidence-informed, trauma-aware professional development. She is the founder of BirthPro, an organization focused on continuing education and mentorship for doulas seeking sustainable, ethical practice across diverse care settings.

Lorie facilitates educational sessions and mentoring pathways that emphasize scope of practice, professional boundaries, nervous system awareness, and advocacy-informed support. Her work frequently addresses burnout, moral distress, and professional isolation among doulas navigating complex systems. Lorie brings a leadership perspective shaped by direct field experience, collaboration with community partners, and a commitment to culturally humble care and accountability within the birth work profession.