Welcome to Sacred Crossings
Conscious Dying Education


Sacred Crossings Institute offers death education classes and intensive certificate trainings for the Death Doula and Death Midwife. Our trainings are open to professional and non-professional end-of-life caregivers and anyone wishing to prepare for a conscious, peaceful transition.

Classes are deeply rooted in spiritual practices from a variety of cultures and traditions and are facilitated by our founder, Olivia Bareham,
and supported by guest speakers. Classes are offered via live webinar or in-person in Los Angeles.

Death Doula Training

The Death Doula training consists of two-levels which contain all information necessary to prepare and support both individuals and their families throughout the dying journey.

Death Midwifery Training

The Art of Death Midwifery consists of our two-level Death Doula training and includes advanced levels III and IV: after death care, home funerals, final disposition and funeral celebrant.

Current Course Offerings

What our students are saying

“Olivia's Death Midwife Program is a profound way to get in touch with life, and to recognize death as one of our greatest allies and teachers.  Her ability to hold everyone in sacred space is glorious and it allowed me to dive into the mystery within that I've been longing for.”
GRINNELL MORRIS

"Olivia's creates a beautiful container, allowing such depth of being...along with all of the important information. This creates space for heartfelt and informed decisions. Absolutely 
Life-changing and life-affirming!"
Suzanne Strachen
“I could write a book on my experience over the course of the series for Death Midwives. I have literally been transformed by the power that Olivia is able to draw out of others, strangers yet. Her presence invites the soul to open up and fly, even soar to new heights. Thank you for sharing your gift with us."
Rev. Everett C. Alexander, PhD
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