Honest, human conversations around death, dying, and grief
Who We Are
Deaducation Academy is a human-centered educational platform co-created by end-of-life doula Britna Savarese and bodyworker, educator, and performer Stephanie Bell.
Together, we bring a unique, interdisciplinary approach to death education—bridging clinical knowledge, lived experience, and embodied practice. Our work is rooted in the belief that conversations around death, grief, and care should not feel distant, sterile, or inaccessible. They should feel human.
Britna’s work as a death doula centers on guiding individuals and families through the emotional, logistical, and spiritual aspects of end-of-life care. She offers grounded, compassionate support during some of life’s most vulnerable moments, helping people feel more prepared, informed, and less alone.
Stephanie brings over a decade of experience as a licensed massage therapist and educator, with a focus on trauma-informed care, nervous system awareness, and embodied healing practices. As “Clown Mother of DFW” and creator of Tepani’s Heartwork Methodology, she integrates play, presence, and emotional expression into spaces that are often held too tightly by formality or fear.
Together, we create spaces where education meets embodiment—where practical tools and honest conversation exist alongside emotional expression, curiosity, and even humor.
Deaducation Academy exists to:
make end-of-life education more accessible and less intimidating
support caregivers, professionals, and communities in navigating grief and care
create space for honest, nuanced conversations about death and dying
reintroduce humanity into systems that often feel clinical or disconnected
Our workshops are designed to meet people where they are, whether they are professionals in healthcare and death care, caregivers, or individuals simply seeking a deeper understanding of grief, planning, and presence.
Why We’re Different
Human First, Not Clinical
We center real human experience over sterile language, creating space for honesty, emotion, and nuance in conversations that are often overly medicalized.
Embodied, Not Just Educational
Our workshops go beyond information. Participants engage through reflection, sensation, and interaction so the learning is felt, not just understood.
Bridging Worlds That Don’t Usually Meet
We integrate end-of-life care, body-based practices, and creative expression—offering a multidimensional approach that speaks to both professionals and everyday humans.
Connection Over Performance
This is not about saying the “right” thing. We focus on presence, listening, and relational skills that allow people to show up authentically in difficult moments.
This work is for you if you:
Want to feel more prepared, informed, and grounded around death and end-of-life
Are a caregiver, provider, or human navigating difficult conversations around illness or dying
Feel disconnected from how our culture approaches death, and are craving something more honest
Are grieving, anticipating loss, or supporting someone who is
Work in healthcare, hospice, or community care, and want more human-centered tools
Are open to exploring grief, mortality, and meaning in a way that is accessible, embodied, and real
Have a pulse
Available Workshops
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A supportive space for caregivers to acknowledge the emotional weight of their work and reconnect with themselves. This workshop offers practical tools, embodied practices, and honest conversation to help prevent burnout and sustain compassionate care.
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A grounded, accessible introduction to end-of-life planning. We demystify the process, clarify common misconceptions, and offer practical tools so individuals and families can make informed, empowered decisions. LGBTQIA+ and poly inclusive.
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An invitation to explore grief outside of rigid stages and expectations. This workshop creates space for honest conversation, emotional expression, and a more human understanding of what it means to live with loss.
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This workshop uses clown exercises to play and embodiment to explore grief, resilience, and connection. Participants are guided to access vulnerability and humor as pathways to process and hold complex emotions.
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A practical, human-centered approach to having hard conversations in healthcare settings. Participants will learn how to communicate with clarity, empathy, and presence while navigating topics like prognosis, boundaries, and emotional responses.
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A workshop for death care professionals focused on reconnecting with presence, empathy, and human-centered care. Through reflection and interactive exercises, we explore how to support grieving families with authenticity and compassion.