Bioethics · Elder Care · Grief Support

Gaby
Traviesa

Humanizing Life at Every Stage

"We don't have to fear death — only failing to live each day, each moment, fully."
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Live with Autonomy
Ethical decision-making at every stage
02
Age with Dignity
Humanizing elder care and gerontology
03
Transcend with Love
Compassionate grief and end-of-life support

Why this work matters

At the heart of every service is one intention: to reduce avoidable suffering and restore the human dimension of care, death, and loss.

The Mission

A professional brand that transforms how we care, decide, and accompany

Guiding Light is building an international presence in the Spanish-speaking world — integrating bioethics, elder care, and grief support into a coherent, human, and evidence-based practice. The goal: to be the leading reference for professionals and individuals navigating vulnerability, dependency, and loss.

The Impact

Conversations we need to have — about aging, solitude, and death

Too many people reach moments of crisis without the tools to navigate them ethically and compassionately. This work creates awareness around aging with quality of life, addresses unwanted isolation in older adults, and empowers people to make decisions aligned with their values — even in the face of mortality.

The Non-Negotiables

Dignity, autonomy, and ethical integrity — always

No compromise on human dignity, scientific evidence, or the fundamental values that underpin ethical caregiving. These form the bedrock of every consultation, course, and book.

The Personal Drive

Rescuing the human part of being human

Motivated by a deep desire to lighten physical and emotional suffering — to accompany people in their most difficult moments and guide decision-making through the lens of bioethics and thanatology, with warmth, presence, and professional rigor.

Where this is headed

A clear roadmap for building a scalable, high-impact platform rooted in ethics and human connection.

1

Automate & Professionalize Client Acquisition

Building a conversion-oriented website, contact and follow-up automation, and an online course platform — so new students and clients can be reached without relying on individual effort alone.

2

Editorial Visibility & Marketing

Intensive strategy for book distribution and sales, thematic campaigns tied to key calendar moments, and strategic alliances with influencers in emotional wellness.

3

Build a Community of Ongoing Accompaniment

A therapeutic book club, group sessions or monthly membership, downloadable resources, and guided exercises — creating continuous support between sessions.

4

Document Processes to Enable Delegation

Creating content scripts, operations manuals, and standardized editorial and training pipelines — so the mission can grow beyond one person's time and energy.

5

Institutional Expansion

Professional certifications, agreements with universities, hospitals and nursing homes, and books adopted as required reading — bringing the work into systems that touch thousands of people.

Services & Products

Professional accompaniment, education, and therapeutic literature — designed for individuals, caregivers, and institutions.

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Professional Consultations

One-on-one sessions offering calm, clarity, and emotional containment. Grounded in bioethics and clinical psychology, with a deeply human approach to each person's unique situation.

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Training Courses & Workshops

Formative programs for health professionals, caregivers, and institutions covering bioethics of care, humanized grief, and elder accompaniment. Available in-person and online.

03

Books & Therapeutic Literature

Practical self-help books with guided exercises that create real change. Written with clinical experience and humanist sensibility to support readers through grief, aging, and loss.

04

Guided Meditations

Audio resources for emotional grounding, processing grief, and cultivating presence. Designed as companions for difficult moments in daily life.

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Conferences & Keynotes

Talks for universities, hospitals, nursing homes, and professional associations — bringing bioethics and humanized care into institutional settings.

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Institutional Consulting

Partnerships with healthcare organizations, residences, and educational institutions to embed ethical care culture — including certifications and volume book programs.

One-Day Retreat · Aalsmeer
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Vitalia Wellness Retreats

A full day of intentional restoration set in the tranquil surroundings of Aalsmeer — where nature, movement, and inner stillness converge. Each retreat is thoughtfully curated to nourish the body, quiet the mind, and reconnect you with what matters most.

15 minutes from Schiphol Airport
20 minutes from Amsterdam city centre
Aalsmeer, North Holland, Netherlands
Day Highlights
Holistic Health Meals Guided Floating Meditation Heated Breathwork Yoga Pilates Sauna
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Is this for you?

"I help readers, patients, professionals and caregivers who face significant decisions and losses — and who need ethical, emotional tools to accompany others with humanity."
  • Health Professionals & CaregiversSeeking ethical frameworks for end-of-life care and clinical accompaniment.
  • Individuals Navigating LossPeople processing grief, guilt, or a difficult diagnosis — their own or a loved one's.
  • Families of Elderly Loved OnesThose seeking support with aging, dependency, and end-of-life decisions.
  • Institutions & OrganizationsHospitals, universities, and nursing homes wanting to integrate humanist ethics into their culture.
  • Readers & Lifelong LearnersAnyone drawn to conscious living, aging with purpose, and understanding mortality with peace.

What we will never compromise

Human Dignity

Every person, at every stage of life, deserves to be treated with full respect and recognition of their humanity.

Autonomy

People have the right to make their own decisions — especially in moments of vulnerability. This work empowers, never imposes.

Ethics & Evidence

All guidance is grounded in scientific evidence and bioethical principles. Integrity is non-negotiable in every interaction.

Warmth & Compassion

Professionalism without humanity is incomplete. Every interaction is held with genuine care, empathy, and presence.

Books by Gaby Traviesa

Seven books on grief, loss, aging, and the art of living fully — available on Amazon worldwide.

Renacer sin ti
Gabriela Traviesa Soria

Renacer sin ti

Grief & Thanatology

More than a theory book on Thanatology — a self-help guide full of shared knowledge, reflections, and lived experience. A path from pain toward gratitude and toward being able to be happy again.

Buy on Amazon
Huellas en el Corazón
Gabriela Traviesa Soria

Huellas en el Corazón

Pet Loss & Grief

An emotional journey through the grief of losing a beloved pet. A path toward healing and transformation through love and acceptance.

Buy on Amazon
Trascender
Gabriela Traviesa Soria

Trascender

Journey Toward Fulfilment

A profound journey toward personal fulfilment — exploring how to live with purpose, embrace transcendence, and find meaning in life's most challenging moments.

Buy on Amazon
Viajar Ligero
Gabriela Traviesa Soria

Viajar Ligero

When Less is More

A guide to travelling light through life — letting go of what weighs us down and discovering the freedom that comes from embracing simplicity.

Buy on Amazon
Reborn Without You
Gabriela Traviesa Soria

Reborn Without You

Grief & New Beginnings

A self-help guide that answers "How can I continue my life without you?" — guiding readers toward new purpose, acceptance, and the ability to be happy again.

Buy on Amazon
Paw Prints on Our Hearts
Gabriela Traviesa Soria

Paw Prints on Our Hearts

Pet Loss & Mourning

A compassionate guide through the grief of losing an animal companion — honouring the unique bond we share with our pets and finding a path toward healing.

Buy on Amazon
Transcend
Gabriela Traviesa Soria

Transcend

Journey Toward Fulfilment

A journey toward personal fulfilment and transcendence — guiding readers to live with meaning, purpose, and deep inner peace.

Buy on Amazon

Begin Here

Ready to navigate this with support?

Whether you're a healthcare professional seeking training, an individual processing grief, or an institution looking to embed ethical care — there is a path for you here.

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Location
Aalsmeer
North Holland, Netherlands
Practice
Bioethics · Elder Care
Grief Support · Vitalia Retreats
Website
theguidinglighttherapy.com
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One-Day Retreat · Aalsmeer

Vitalia
Wellness Retreats

A curated day of restoration, movement, and stillness — set among the waterways and nature of Aalsmeer. Each event is a small, intimate gathering designed to leave you feeling lighter, clearer, and more deeply yourself.

Holistic Health Meals
Guided Floating Meditation
Heated Breathwork
Yoga
Pilates
Sauna
Upcoming Events
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June
2025
Full Day Retreat

Spring Renewal Retreat

A gentle awakening into the summer season. This retreat focuses on releasing what no longer serves you — through breath, movement, warm water, and shared silence. End the day nourished, grounded, and renewed.

09:00 – 18:00
Aalsmeer, North Holland
Max 12 participants
Open
8 spots remaining
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September
2025
Full Day Retreat

Autumn Stillness Retreat

As the season turns inward, so do we. This retreat invites you to slow down, listen deeply, and reconnect with your inner landscape. Floating meditation, restorative yoga, and a long shared meal under the autumn light.

09:00 – 18:00
Aalsmeer, North Holland
Max 12 participants
Open
12 spots remaining
06
December
2025
Full Day Retreat

Winter Light Retreat

A warm refuge in the heart of winter. Sauna, breathwork, and candlelit stillness — a day to honour the year, release its weight, and step gently into the dark season with clarity and care.

09:00 – 18:00
Aalsmeer, North Holland
Max 12 participants
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"Dates and availability are subject to change. To express interest or ask a question about an upcoming retreat, reach out directly — every retreat is an intimate gathering, and each participant is personally welcomed."