Teri Nava-Anderson, PhD, BDT/PDT/AdvCD(DONA), ICCE, CLE

San Francisco, California, United States
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Teri Nava-Anderson, PhD, is a perinatal professional, birth and postpartum doula, and educator with over 30 years of teaching and research experience. As the founder of Harmony Doula, Teri's practice is dedicated to guiding and empowering clients through their pregnancy, birth, and postpartum bonding and attachment transition.

Holding a PhD from Stanford University, Teri combines academic rigor with hands-on care. Teri is a DONA International–approved birth and postpartum doula trainer, a certified childbirth and lactation educator, and a trauma-informed birth plan consultant specializing in tailored care for survivors of trauma.

An active leader in the perinatal health community, Teri has served on local, state, national, and international Boards, Working Groups, and Committees to advance the doula profession. Teri's holistic approach blends evidence-based education, compassionate advocacy, and practical support to help birthing individuals make informed, confident choices throughout their reproductive journey.