Healing Through Understanding: Embracing Grief as a Part of Life

What is a Certified Grief Educator?

As a Certified Grief Educator, I provide compassionate guidance and education to help individuals understand and navigate the complexities of grief. My role is not that of a counselor or therapist but that of an educator and guide, offering insights, tools, and support to those facing the challenges of loss.
I am certified through a program developed by David Kessler, one of the world’s leading grief experts, whose methodology and decades of experience form the foundation of my approach. Grief isn’t limited to the loss of a loved one—it can also stem from changes in health, relationships, dreams, or other significant life transitions.
Through education and understanding, I help people make sense of their grief and find pathways to greater clarity and comfort in a safe, non-clinical space. Together, we explore grief as a natural part of life, acknowledging its impact and honoring its presence.

Grief is not something to ‘fix’-it’s something to understand. Let me help you navigate it with clarity and compassion.

As a certified grief educator, my role is to help you understand your grief, feel seen and heard, and navigate your unique journey toward healing.

FAQ

  • A Certified Grief Educator is committed to providing the highest level of grief support through education, insights, and tools. This certification is part of a program created by David Kessler, one of the world’s leading grief experts.

  • I am not a counselor or therapist. My role as a Certified Grief Educator is to provide guidance and education, helping individuals better understand their grief and navigate its challenges without clinical or therapeutic intervention. I am not a licensed counselor, therapist, or mental health professional. As a Certified Grief Educator, my role is to provide grief education, emotional support, and tools for understanding and healing. If you are in crisis or need mental health support, please contact a licensed therapist or call 1-844-HERE247 18444373247 anytime for support in Waterloo Wellington region. Please visit my mental health resources page for additional support. ursuladarby.com/mental-health-resources

  • My experiences from childhood to today, have profoundly impacted me. For many years, I have been searching for ways to heal my pain and support others who have experienced profound loss. Throughout my 20 + year career, I have witnessed my clients' suffering, emotional duress, and loss. I have finally found what I was looking for through David Kessler’s course. My personal and professional experiences have transformed me and led me to pursue this certification.

Public Speaking Events

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What Makes My Talks Unique?

  • Certified grief educator with over 20 years of experience.
  • Blends humor, compassion, and real-life insights.
  • Engaging presence honed through appearances on CTV, Crave, and other prominent platforms.
  • Creates an inclusive, safe space for honest conversations.

Topics I Speak About

  • Navigating Grief and Loss: Providing tools and insights to help individuals and communities process loss and rebuild emotionally.
  • Understanding Intuitive Connection: Demystifying the intuitive process and exploring the possibilities of connection beyond the physical realm.
  • Emotional Resilience and Hope: Practical strategies for moving forward with clarity and confidence.

Engaging Talks That Create Connection and Inspire Hope

I create safe and impactful spaces where audiences can explore the realities of grief, healing, and intuitive connection. Whether addressing intimate groups or large audiences, my talks blend compassionate storytelling, humor, and practical insights to leave attendees feeling empowered and understood.

Let’s Create a Meaningful Event Together

I’m available for public talks, workshops, and community events. Let’s work together to inspire understanding and healing for your audience.

UPCOMING EVENTS

UPCOMING EVENTS

Saturday March 22, 2025

Grey Roots Museum + Archives
Owen Sound, ON

Join psychic medium, Certified Grief Educator, and experienced public speaker Ursula Darby for Messages from Spirit, an interactive event where audience participation is key to connecting with departed loved ones.
With over 20 years of experience, Ursula is known for her remarkable accuracy, authenticity, and compassionate approach. Using her intuitive gifts, she delivers deeply personal messages from spirit, often including specific details like names, birthdays, and life stories. Combining her background as a stand-up comedian with her expertise in grief education, Ursula creates a unique and engaging experience that balances healing with moments of laughter.
Featured on Crave, CTV, and TVO, Ursula’s ability to connect with the unseen world has moved audiences across Canada.

  • It was a truly comforting and enlightening experience. Losing my poppy has been incredibly difficult, but this session helped me connect with my feelings and find new ways to cope with my grief. The insights and guidance gave me a sense of peace and hope.

    Christine Ryder, Guelph, ON

  • I can say without hesitation that it was an eye-opening and deeply moving experience. It was a super comforting and very validating to hear more ways to deal with grief.

    Danielle Onisto

  • Ursula was able to normalize grief in a meaningful way.

    Davrielle Salsberg