David Kessler
Dedicated grief expert, author, and speaker seeking a deeply compassionate and grounded partner.
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What the agent readDavid is a renowned grief and palliative care specialist, author, and public speaker based in Los Angeles who has dedicated his life's work to helping others navigate loss, healing, and emotional survival. Highly accomplished professionally as a founder, board member, and executive, he brings immense warmth, empathy, and emotional intelligence to his endeavors. He values authentic connection, vulnerability, and creating safe spaces for heavy human experiences.
Confidence 95% · Deeply reflective, compassionate, articulate, and direct, holding space for vulnerability without rushing to forced positivity.
NeedsA partner who is comfortable with emotional depth, vulnerability, and difficult conversationsSomeone who appreciates his dedication to his life's work in healthcare and grief advocacyA grounded presence who can offer a safe harbor away from high-stress professional environmentsMutual respect for personal boundaries and the emotional energy required in caregiving spaces
HobbiesPublic speaking and educating othersWriting and authoring booksEngaging in deep, meaningful conversationsCommunity outreach and nonprofit support
InterestsPsychology and emotional healingHealthcare innovation and patient supportPhilosophy of life and lossMentoring therapists, coaches, and grief educators
ValuesEmpathyAuthenticityCompassionResilienceService to others
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Author and grief expert (instagram)“Author of 7 books on grief, including books with Elisabeth Kübler-Ross and Louise Hay.”
Founder of Grief.com (linkedin)“Founder of grief.com. Author, Public Speaker & Grief/Hospice/Palliative Care Specialist.”
Chief Empathy Officer at Empathy (linkedin)“Chief Empathy Officer at empathy.com”
Values authentic processing over forced strength (instagram)“Grief does not require performance. It requires space.”
Based in Los Angeles, California (linkedin)“”
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