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Truth, Trust & Healing: Speaking on Grief, Parenting, and Emotional Resilience
Dr. Annette Athy speaks with compassion and authority on
navigating grief, building trust, and creating emotionally safe spaces.
Dr. Annette Athy speaks with compassion
and authority on navigating grief,
building trust, and creating
emotionally safe spaces.
I can't wait to speak at your event!
ABout DR. Annette
Let me share my story with you.
I’m Dr. Annette Athy, a grief specialist, child development expert, and national speaker with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field. With a Ph.D. in Counseling and a career that’s taken me through community mental health, teaching, and advocacy, I bring both professional expertise and deeply personal experience to the stage.
I lead by example—walking the path
I guide others along.
My passion for this work began when I was grieving the loss of my dad while also parenting my children through the heartbreak of losing their grandpa. That season of life taught me what it means to show up in grief while still holding space for others—and it ignited my mission to share practical, body-aware tools that help parents, educators, and professionals navigate the emotions often hidden beneath behavior, stress, and loss.
I created Griefprint, a framework for understanding
how grief leaves an imprint on families and influences everything moving forward. I’ve spoken as a keynote
for the Kansas Librarian Association and led countless workshops for teachers, counselors, and parenting groups. My goal is always the same: to leave people
not just inspired, but equipped with tools they
can use immediately.
I’m Dr. Annette Athy, a grief specialist, child development expert, and national speaker with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field. With a Ph.D. in Counseling and a career that’s taken me through community mental health, teaching, and advocacy, I bring both professional expertise and deeply personal experience to the stage.
I lead by example—walking the path I guide others along.
My passion for this work began when I was grieving the loss of my dad while also parenting my children through the heartbreak of losing their grandpa. That season of life taught me what it means to show up in grief while still holding space for others—and it ignited my mission to share practical, body-aware tools that help parents, educators, and professionals navigate the emotions often hidden beneath behavior, stress, and loss.
I created Griefprint, a framework for understanding how grief leaves an imprint on families and influences everything moving forward. I’ve spoken as a keynote for the Kansas Librarian Association and led countless workshops for teachers, counselors, and parenting groups. My goal is always the same: to leave people not just inspired, but equipped with tools they can use immediately.
When I speak, I love to keep things engaging,
interactive, and real. I don’t just talk theory—I share practical strategies and insights that people can
put into action right away. Audiences often tell
me I helped them get curious, release the
blame-and-shame cycle, and reconnect
with their truth and inner wisdom.
At the heart of my message is a simple belief: we don’t know what we don’t know—but once we know, we can do better.
My talks are designed to spark healing, connection, and courage, whether I’m speaking to parents, educators,
or professionals on the front lines
of support.
When I speak, I love to keep things engaging, interactive, and real. I don’t just talk theory—I share practical strategies and insights that people can put into action right away. Audiences often tell me I helped them get curious, release the blame-and-shame cycle, and reconnect with their truth and
inner wisdom.
At the heart of my message is a simple belief: we don’t know what we don’t know—but once we know, we can do better.
My talks are designed to spark healing, connection, and courage, whether I’m speaking to parents, educators, or professionals on the front lines of support.
Signature Topics:
Grief and Loss: Understanding the Lasting Imprint
Explore how grief shapes families and communities, and learn practical ways to support children, parents, and professionals as they navigate life after loss.
The Emotions Beneath Behavior
Gain insight into the hidden emotions that drive behavior in kids and adults, and discover strategies that move beyond surface-level discipline into lasting connection.
Mental Health in the Workplace
Practical tools for reducing stress, improving communication, and supporting staff well-being in professional settings.
Polyvagal & Nervous System Wisdom
Learn how nervous system responses influence communication, behavior, and relationships—and walk away with tools to restore calm and safety in moments of stress.
Trauma-Informed Strategies That Work
Evidence-based, body-aware approaches for classrooms, counseling offices, and workplaces that create safety, resilience, and trust.
The Griefprint Framework
A groundbreaking model that helps parents and professionals understand how grief imprints itself in children and families—and how to respond with compassion and clarity.
Speaking Formats:
1–3 Hour Seminar
Focused sessions that deliver deep insights and immediately usable strategies on a selected topic.
Keynote Address
Inspiring and informative talks designed to ignite understanding and action for audiences of all sizes.
Half-Day Workshop
Interactive, practical training with hands-on tools for managing emotions, building resilience, and improving communication.
Full-Day Workshop
Comprehensive, immersive experiences with in-depth strategies, interactive activities, and ongoing application.
Podcast & Panels
Engaging, down-to-earth discussions that blend story, research, and practical wisdom in a format accessible to wider audiences.
Need the Details at a Glance?
Planning your event just got easier.
Download Dr. Annette’s speaker one-sheet—a quick, professional overview of her bio, signature topics, and speaking formats. Perfect to share with your event team, committee, or podcast host when considering her for your stage.
Need the Details at a Glance?
Planning your event just got easier.
Download Dr. Annette’s speaker one-sheet—a quick, professional overview of her bio, signature topics, and speaking formats. Perfect to share with your event team, committee, or podcast host when considering her for your stage.
Speaking on a variety of
PODCAST Episodes
about children's grief, parenting, joy, play, and so much more!
How to Communicate with Your Kids in Their Grief Storms
That’s Good Parenting with Dori Durbin
In this episode, I share how parents can recognize and respond to their child’s grief storms with empathy, presence, and practical tools that create safety and connection.
Which Type of Griever Are You?
Channel Your Genius with Mellissa Seaman
We explore the different ways grief shows up in people’s lives and how understanding your grief style can help you process loss while honoring your unique emotional rhythm.
Grief Let’s Talk About It
Let’s Talk About It Podcast with Tony Lynch
A powerful conversation on breaking the silence around grief, why avoidance creates more suffering, and how telling the truth about loss can open the door to healing.
Breaking the Silence on Grief: Tools for Processing
Death & Loss
Powered by Joy with Erika Fotes
I share practical strategies for navigating grief after the death of a loved one, offering tools to process emotions while finding ways to honor and remember.
Navigating Childhood Grief: Empowering Parents with Dr. Annette Athy’s Insights
Grief2Grace with Ruth Hephzibah
In this episode, I help parents understand how children experience grief, why their behaviors may shift, and how parents can guide them with compassion and clarity.
How Do I Deal with Stress and Anxiety as a Parent? Quick Tips to Shift Your Emotions
Powered by Joy with Erika Fotes
We dive into simple, body-based practices that help parents manage their own stress and anxiety so they can show up with more calm and presence for their children.
Panel Discussion:
The Challenge & Strength of "Sole" Solo Parenting
The Grief Empowerment Theory with J. Lewis III
In this roundtable conversation, I joined other professionals to discuss the unique struggles and hidden strengths of solo parents, and how grief intersects with the realities of raising children alone.
Grief Storms: Strategies for Supporting Grieving Children
UK Children’s Mental Health Summit with Cassie Swift
I shared practical tools for helping children navigate grief storms, with a focus on nervous system awareness, emotional safety, and how parents and educators can create supportive spaces for healing.
Speaking with teachers & other professionals
TESTIMONIALS
from happy customers
Let’s Create an Unforgettable Experience Together
Book Dr. Annette for your keynote, conference, or podcast and
give your audience the tools to heal, connect, and rise.
Let’s Create an Unforgettable Experience Together
Book Dr. Annette for your keynote, conference,
or podcast and give your audience the tools
to heal, connect, and rise.
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