If ever there was a career-changing, life-changing event— it’s one with David Kessler

David Kessler is one of the world’s foremost experts on grief and loss. He is the author of seven books, including his latest bestselling book, Finding Meaning: The Sixth Stage of Grief, as well as a new Finding Meaning companion workbook. He co-authored two books with Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, Life Lessons and On Grief and Grieving. He co-wrote You Can Heal Your Heart with Louise Hay and also wrote Visions, Trips and Crowded Rooms. His first book, The Needs of The Dying received praise from Saint (Mother) Teresa. His new online model of grief support, Tender Hearts, offers over twenty-five groups. Additionally, David leads one of the most respected Grief Educator Certification programs. He is the founder of Grief.com
UPCOMING IN-PERSON AND ONLINE EVENTS
Events are open to anyone dealing with grief. I often teach therapists and counselors on how to help their clients deal with loss, but I believe most of these tools can help those dealing with loss directly. All are welcome!
| ONLINE GRIEF GROUP | Tender Hearts | USA, Canada, UK and Australia and the rest of the world | More info | |
| Upcoming | Grief Educator Certificate Program | Online - USA, Canada, UK and Australia and the rest of the world | More info | |
| August 15-22, 2025 | International Childhood Trauma Conference 2025 | Melbourne, Australia | More Info | |
| May 30, 2026 | American Society of Clinical Oncology - ASCO | Chicago, IL | More Info | |
| July 29-31, 2026 | Lowcountry Mental Health Conference | Charleston, SC | More Info | |
| August 27-30, 2026 | Helping Parents Heal | Phoenix | More Info | |
| September 11, 2026 | Good Grief Festival | Ask David Kessler: Stories of Grief, Hope and Meaning | London, UK, More tickets coming to the waitlist. Please join it. | More Info | |
| September 14-17 2026 | Oxford Masters Conference | Oxford, UK | More Info | |
| November 4-5, 2026 | Oklahoma Hospice and Palliative Care Association | Tulsa, OK | More Info | |
| November 10-13, 2026 | Innovations in Psychotherapy 2026 | Trauma Conference | Anaheim, CA | More Info | |
| February 19-20, 2027 | Transform Trauma - Mexico | Tulum, Mexico | More Info |
“I have been privileged to hear David Kessler speak. Audiences are uplifted and inspired by his lectures.”
—Marianne Williamson
“David brings wisdom and compassion to tough subjects such as breakups, divorce and the death of a loved one. If you get the chance to hear him speak on our newest work, You Can Heal Your Heart, you will find helpful information, comfort and healing in his words.”
—Louise Hay
“It is now, fortunately, my time to face death. David Kessler is my friend and student. He carries on my work, and his book will help.”
—Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, M.D.
