David Kessler is one of the world’s foremost experts on grief and loss. He is the author of six books, including his latest bestselling book, Finding Meaning: The Sixth Stage of Grief. He is following it up with a much-anticipated workbook. He also co-authored two books with Elisabeth Kubler Ross, Life Lessons and On Grief and Grieving, updating her 5 stages for grief. He also co-wrote, You Can Heal Your Heart with Louise Hay. He authored Visions Trips and Crowded Rooms: Who and What You See Before You Die. His first book, The Needs of The Dying received praise from Saint (Mother) Teresa. 
 
David’s personal experience with abuse, neglect, traumatic loss and witnessing a mass shooting while his mother was dying in a hospital put him on his path of healing for himself and others.
 
David’s volunteer work includes being an LA Police Specialist Reserve for traumatic events as well as having served on the Red Cross’s disaster services team. He has a new online model of grief support called Tender Hearts with over 25 groups each as well as one of the most respected Grief Certification programs. He is the founder of www.grief.com which has over five million visits yearly from 167 countries.