About – The Everyday Grief Coach

I coach high-performing professionals and organizations through the emotional and spiritual impact of occupational breakups.

Our Mission

At Everyday Grief®, we help high-achieving professionals and purpose-driven organizations move through occupational breakups — job loss, necessary leaves, and leadership shifts — with spiritual clarity, emotional courage, and a strategy for what comes next.

Because when your career changes, your whole life feels it.
And grief doesn’t just show up at funerals — it shows up in the middle of your workday.

Dr. Anitra Manning: Guiding Light Through Workplace and Life's Transitions

Everyday Grief® isn’t just a name — it’s a transformational framework for navigating the emotional and spiritual impact of life’s biggest shifts. Whether it’s job loss, a leadership change, an extended leave, or a redefinition of who you are, grief shows up in the everyday — not just in death, but in the disruption of identity, rhythm, and purpose.

At Everyday Grief®, we believe that every transition holds the potential for growth, but only if we make space to honor what’s been lost. Our work is grounded in the truth that grief lives in the workplace too, and that healing isn’t just personal — it’s professional, spiritual, and communal.

Pioneering a New Paradigm in Transition and Growth

As the visionary Founder and CEO of Everyday Grief®, Dr. Anitra has crafted a sanctuary where spiritual wisdom, strategic acumen, and compassionate coaching converge. This innovative space serves as a crucible for personal and organizational metamorphosis, helping clients uncover their inner light and harness it to illuminate their future and drive sustainable success.

Dr. Manning’s transformative touch has rippled through the lives of countless individuals and organizations. Her dynamic presence as a speaker has energized audiences at industry giants like IBM, Delta Airlines, Boise Cascade, and Girl Scouts of the USA. Known for her ability to ignite fresh perspectives, Dr. Anitra empowers individuals and teams to:

Achieve harmonious work-life integration

Unlock peak performance and potential

Secure coveted promotions and accelerate career growth

Lead successful organizational turnarounds

Realize their most ambitious personal and leadership aspirations

All while emphasizing the critical importance of nurturing inner well-being as a foundation for professional excellence.

Although I did not have a true vision for how the first session would go, the outcome was more than I could have asked for. My coach Anitra immediately made me feel comfortable so much so that our conversation organically came together. Just in the first session, I have been given tips on reframing my narrative and a renewed since of myself and my contributions. I can't wait for my next session.

In the last year 1, I have had the distinct pleasure of working with, collaborating with and being coached by Anitra Manning. She has been a leader in furthering our culture of inclusion at IBM. Anitra is clear and laser focused on the importance of transparency and accountability and how that weaves in authentic sustainable change. Always the consummate professional, with exceptional time and project management skills. Anitra is outcome driven, with a positive mindset never losing sight of the bigger picture. Her ability to spin up DEI initiatives that are innovative and successful has truly been gift. As a certified executive coach, Anitra has been able to work with all levels of the business to help with career development. Anitra has a wheelhouse of skills, tools and expertise that are a benefit to any organization.

Anitra is a passionate, professional and creative leader. I appreciate her flexibility to tailor the needs of my business in order for her to provide on point messaging and guidance that has impact. Anitra diligently works to educate our teams so they not only understand what needs to be done but why and the importance of the why. It is my honor to work with Anitra.

I have had the ultimate privilege working alongside Anitra as she brings such passion and care to her work. Anitra is an asset to any team and approaches from a servant leader perspective across the teams she works with and always interested in the personal support and care of her team members. Her creativity, knowledge and insights are spot on and she is fully open to new direction and ideas as well. She always seeks feedback and coaching for constant improvement in her pursuit of personal and professional excellence. It has been a pleasure working with her!

The sign of a great protege is when they have outgrown your mentorship. Anitra commands the respect and admiration of leaders across the country. As she pioneers new concepts to advance leadership development for women, she brings intentional conversations vital to our development and creates tipping points for change and innovation. As a thought leader, catalyst for change and the the wind beneath the wings of many women who soar, she is not only poised for greatness, but will bring a flock of eagles with her. I applaud her tenacity as she deepens her repertoire, her reputation in the field and continues to bring unparralled wisdom to transcend new boundaries. Dependable, polished, creative and vibrant, Anitra is a gem! Stay tuned as she will continue to amaze you with new growth and potential.

My initial session was great! Not only were the introductions informative, but I also appreciate the insights, homework, and next steps Anitra shared. I look forward to scheduling the next meeting and the results that will come from this experience.

A Sanctuary of Empathy and Strategic Growth

Every encounter with Dr. Anitra is infused with love, empathy, and a deep resonance with your unique journey, be it personal or professional. She cultivates a safe haven for healing and growth, equipping you with the tools to build resilience and summon the courage to move forward. Whether you’re:

A professional at a pivotal career crossroads

A leader navigating the choppy waters of organizational change

An individual grappling with personal loss

A corporation managing the human aspect of mergers and acquisitions

Dr. Anitra stands ready to guide you toward a future where you don’t just recover—you flourish and excel.

More Than a Coach: A Catalyst for Holistic Transformation

Dr. Anitra Manning transcends the traditional roles of coach and consultant. She is a transformative presence, dedicated to helping you alchemize pain into power, uncertainty into strategic clarity, and challenges into competitive advantages. Her work stands as a testament to the enduring strength of the human spirit and the awe-inspiring beauty of personal and organizational transformation.

In a world often overshadowed by change and loss, both in personal lives and corporate landscapes, Dr. Anitra Manning shines as a guiding light. She illuminates the path to a brighter, more empowered tomorrow, where individuals find peace, professionals thrive, and organizations innovate and lead with resilience and compassion.

Credentials That Guide My Work

Ed.D. (Doctor of Education), University of Pittsburgh
M.S. (Master of Science), Carnegie Mellon University
MDiv (Master of Divinity) with Chaplain Certification, Columbia Theological Seminary (May 2025)
B.A. (Bachelor of Arts), Hampton University
Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC), Coaches Training Institute (CTI)
PROSCI Change Management Practitioner & Instructor Certification
Certified Human-Centered Design Practitioner & Instructor, Luma Institute
Hogan Assessments-Leadership Profile Series Certification (HPI, HDS, MVPI)
Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) & Firo-B Certifications
Benchmarks 360 Assessment Suite, The Center for Creative Leadership
Compassion-Based Cognitive Training, Emory University
Hospital Chaplain (CPE), Emory University Hospital