Today we’d like to introduce you to Alicia Bruggeman.
Alicia, we appreciate you taking the time to share your story with us today. Where does your story begin?
My journey has taken me down many different paths, and each one has shaped who I am as a Spiritual Doula and practicing Witch today.
I proudly served in the United States Navy for more than 18 years, including deployments in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom. During my military career, I was honored to receive multiple awards and medals. After retiring early due to an injury, I spent a brief time working in the Hollywood film industry. It was during that chapter of my life that I fully embraced my spiritual path, which ultimately led me to practice Witchcraft full-time.
Today, my passion is helping people reconnect with their own power, intuition, and purpose. As a Spiritual Doula, I support individuals through periods of transformation, spiritual awakening, and personal rebirth, offering compassionate guidance that honors both the seen and unseen aspects of life.
I also offer tarot and oracle readings, combining my intuitive gifts with ancient, ancestral wisdom to provide clarity and insight for those navigating life’s questions and transitions. In addition, I handcraft Spell Bags, custom Mojo Bags, candles, and jewelry, creating each piece with intention and purpose to support my clients’ unique spiritual journeys.
Everything I do is rooted in the belief that we all possess the wisdom and strength to create meaningful change in our lives. My role is simply to help illuminate that path, empowering others to embrace their truth with confidence, courage, and compassion.
When I’m not creating or working with clients, you’ll usually find me reading, enjoying a great film, traveling, or spending time with my partner and our two cats in the beautiful Pacific Northwest.
I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
The road I’ve traveled has not always been easy, but it has been nothing short of magical. Every experience—both joyful and painful—has shaped me into the person I am today.
I have survived assault. I have gone to war. I have been injured, experienced houselessness, been betrayed, questioned my own worth, and struggled with depression to the brink of losing myself. Yet through every chapter of my life, I have also had the extraordinary privilege of being supported.
That support has come from countless people and communities whose compassion, wisdom, and kindness have helped shape who I am, how I move through the world, and the moral compass that guides me.
Every hardship has taught me something, and somehow, every challenge has eventually led to a path forward. My life has been a series of peaks and valleys, but through it all I have held onto hope and faith. No matter how difficult today may be, I believe tomorrow can always be better, and that belief has carried me through every step of my journey.
Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know about your work?
What is a Spiritual Doula?
Simply put, it is someone who holds space for others to focus on what brings them happiness in this life.
Maybe you’ve heard of a doula before? Most often a doula is associated with childbirth and is defined as “a trained companion who is not a healthcare professional and who supports another person through a significant health-related experience, such as childbirth, miscarriage, induced abortion or stillbirth, or non-reproductive experiences such as dying.” (Wikipedia) To add to this definition, doulas can help others with spiritual and mental health support as well. There are many types of doulas in the world: Birth, Postpartum, Death, Transitioning and Sexual Doulas can be found all over the internet. Another type of doula that is trending and emerging is the Spiritual or Soul Doula. The concept is the same, we help those transition from one phase of life to another.
Whether you’re a religious person or not at all, a Spiritual Doula can help you feel more connected to your higher power and the forces of the Universe. Remember, spirituality and religion are two separate and distinct things. I am not here to get you to change religions, just the opposite! Whatever your beliefs are, and no matter what you call your higher power; God, Allah, Buddha, Verse, Spirit, etc, I am here to strengthen that bond, not chip away at it or replace it.
My purpose on this planet is to spread love and empathy, and I want to share this gift with everyone I meet, as we are all children of Creation and deserve love and happiness.
Think of me as a therapist with tarot cards. I not only listen to what you tell me, but what your spirit/soul tells me. Oftentimes other spirits will aid me, ancestors love to speak to their descendants from beyond the veil and will lend their voices all too often during a reading.
Each person is different, therefore their spiritual journeys are different. Some are searching for confirmation, others are just searching… knowing that something is missing in their lives and they have no idea how to get it. My goal is to help you find what you are searching for, even if you don’t know what that is.
The ultimate goal of the Spiritual Doula is to help people reach enlightenment, and shepherd them to their source of power/energy.
With my practice, I focus on emotional and spiritual needs to help you live your best life. This can be achieved in multiple ways and always with care and confidentiality. I am a keeper of secrets and dreams, both of which must be embraced in order for your true self to emerge.
I believe in the physical and metaphysical, and that both must be in balance before true internal peace can be achieved.
When a person is ready to live in their ultimate truth, the Spiritual Doula is ready to help.
Let’s talk about our city – what do you love? What do you not love?
Portland, Oregon, is a unique city unlike any place I have ever lived. Its creativity, color, and community spirit are truly inspiring. Artists, makers, activists, and dreamers all contribute to a culture that encourages individuality and innovation.
Like many metropolitan areas, however, Portland faces a very real housing crisis. The cost of living continues to rise, houselessness remains widespread, and health and human services are often stretched beyond their limits.
Even so, hope endures. Grassroots organizations, neighborhood groups, and dedicated volunteers continue to step up, advocating for environmental stewardship, social equity, and the well-being of their communities. The Pacific Northwest is celebrated for its breathtaking forests, mountains, rivers, and coastline, offering countless opportunities to reconnect with nature.
I’ve learned that when we choose to recognize and nurture the good around us, we find the strength to face the difficult realities. While the challenges are significant, the compassion, resilience, and beauty of this region remind me that positive change is always possible.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://boogiesmagicshop.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boogiesmagicshop/
