About Us
"Basheli" means "clear" in the Chickasaw language—specifically in reference to the weather. Taryn was drawn to the word for its symbolism: a shared hope for clear skies and calm days, while also embracing the beauty of sunsets and the inevitability of storms.
Weather is a constant reminder of change—uncontrollable, yet something we learn to accept and adapt to. Similarly, dying is a natural, meaningful part of life that deserves the same respect and care as birth.
At Basheli Transitions, we guide individuals and families through the end-of-life journey with clarity, compassion, and peace—just as we honor the ever-changing skies.
“I help people live their best life by exploring and connecting with their values so that they can build, live, and share their legacy now.”
Why this work
After 25 years guiding clients through transformative design thinking, Taryn Kinney discovered a deeper calling: supporting individuals and families through the sacred end-of-life journey.
The deaths of her father and father-in-law—both from cancer, but with vastly different end-of-life experiences—sparked a profound shift. Determined to understand what shaped those final moments, she became a certified End-of-Life Doula through the CareDoula® program with Deanna Flores Cochran.
Taryn provides compassionate, non-medical support for the dying and their loved ones—offering bedside presence, vigil planning, grief support, and legacy projects. Her work normalizes conversations around death, helping clients face this transition with calm, clarity, and care.
Specializing in End-of-Life Planning, Taryn is also certified in the Respecting Choices® First Steps Advance Care Planning process. She guides individuals and families in creating meaningful, values-based advance directives to reduce stress and confusion during critical healthcare moments.
Taryn actively volunteers with Hospice Austin, advocating for the power of hospice and palliative care to provide comfort, dignity, and informed choice.
As a Willow EOL Educator™, Taryn offers workshops and tools that encourage reflection on mortality, personal values, and conscious living.
Whether you’re preparing for death, caregiving, or planning ahead, Taryn offers a supportive space for honest dialogue, practical guidance, and emotional peace.
