What unique techniques does Brian D Smith employ in his grief coaching sessions?

I blend a few things you don’t usually get in traditional grief counseling, and that’s what people tend to call “unique” about my work.

• Engineer’s mind + father’s heart: I lost my daughter Shayna, so I bring lived experience, but I also dig into research, patterns, and practical tools—this isn’t just “talk it out and see you next week.”
• GEMS framework: Gratitude, Exercise/Sleep, Mindfulness, Self‑care—concrete daily practices, not vague advice.
• Afterlife and consciousness evidence: I’m comfortable exploring NDEs, mediumship, and spiritual questions in a grounded, non-dogmatic way.
• Conversational, not clinical: I coach like a real human being, not a clipboard. People often say it feels like talking with a wise friend who “gets it” and still challenges them to grow.

What part of grief support are you most curious about—emotional coping, spiritual questions, or rebuilding life?