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Don't miss watching the award-winning TV series, "Open to Hope," hosted by Dr. Gloria Horsley and Dr. Heidi Horsley. Each episode will to introduce you to people who have suffered loss and again found hope.

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Episode 270: Navigating Grief As a Couple

Posted on July 20, 2026 - by admin

Couples often grieve differently, so how do couples navigate grief after loss?  Join host Dr. Heidi Horsley, and her guests, Nate McClendon, and Lori and Raul Morales as they discuss the challenges couples can go through.  Nate McClendon is a keynote speaker for The Compassionate Friends, music educator, and musician.  He is the author of, The Emerging You, which was born from the loss of his 18 yr. old daughter Naomi, who died from an accidental fall from a 10-story building.  Lori Morales has a Grief Counselors Certification, and presents workshops at The Compassionate Friends National Conferences.  Her son Jonathan […]

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Episode: 269 The Role that Faith Plays in Grief

Posted on July 20, 2026 - by admin

Does faith play a role in grief, and if so, what role does it play?  Join host Dr. Heidi Horsley, and her guests, Nate McClendon, and Lori and Raul Morales as they discuss faith after a loss.  Nate McClendon is a keynote speaker for The Compassionate Friends, music educator, and musician.  He is the author of, The Emerging You, which was born from the loss of his 18 yr. old daughter Naomi, who died from an accidental fall from a 10-story building. Lori Morales has a Grief Counselors Certification, and presents workshops at The Compassionate Friends National Conferences. Her son […]

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Episode 268: The Do’s and Don’ts of Supporting Grieving People

Posted on July 20, 2026 - by admin

How do we support grieving people after a death? Join host Dr. Heidi Horsley, and her guests, Nate McClendon, and Lori and Raul Morales as they discuss the Do’s and Don’ts. Nate McClendon is a keynote speaker for The Compassionate Friends, music educator, and musician. He is the author of, The Emerging You, which was born from the loss of his 18 yr. old daughter Naomi, who died from an accidental fall from a 10-story building. Lori Morales has a Grief Counselors Certification, and presents workshops at The Compassionate Friends National Conferences. Her son Jonathan died at 16 yrs. old […]

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Episode 267: When Children Grieve: Expert Guidance for Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals

Posted on July 19, 2026 - by admin

How do we understand bereaved children and support them after a loss? Join host Dr. Gloria Horsley, and her co-host and daughter Dr. Heidi Horsley, with their guests: Dr. Dan Wolfson, and Jordan Gross and learn techniques for helping children. Dr. Dan Wolfson is a licensed Clinical Psychologist, and the Senior Clinical Director of Experience Camps Adult Grief Retreat; he is an Adjunct Researcher and Professional Education Trainer at Columbia University’s Center for Prolonged Grief. Dr. Dan’s mother died of cancer when he was 18 yrs. old, and he is the author of; My Whole Grief. Jordon Gross is a […]

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Episode 266: Losing a Parent, Finding Yourself: Navigating Identity After Grief

Posted on July 13, 2026 - by admin

The death of a parent is an identity loss. Who are we without our mother and/or father on this earth?  Join host Dr. Gloria Horsley, and her daughter and co-host Dr. Heidi Horsley, and their guest to talk candidly about parent loss. Dr. Dan Wolfson is a licensed Clinical Psychologist, and the Senior Clinical Director of Experience Camps Adult Grief Retreat. He is also an Adjunct Researcher and Professional Education Trainer at Columbia University’s Center for Prolonged Grief. Dan’s mother died of cancer when he was 18 yrs. old, and he is the author of; My Whole Grief.  Elizabeth Devita-Raeburn […]

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Episode 265: Helping Grieving Teens and Young Adults; Navigate In A Changing World!

Posted on June 30, 2026 - by admin

How do we help teens and young adults navigate their changing world after a death?  Join host Dr. Gloria Horsley, and her daughter and co-host Dr. Heidi Horsley, along with their guests Jordon Gross, Dr. Dan Wolfson, and Elizabeth Devita-Raeburn for an informative and honest conversation about this topic.  Jordon Gross is a licensed Clinical Social Worker, and a staff psychotherapist at Wolfson Therapy.  He is a training specialist for the New York Psychotherapy and Counseling Center.  Jordan has extensive experience providing support to Grief Camps such as Camp COPE, and is the author of; My Whole Grief.  Dr. Dan […]

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Episode 264: Healing Hidden Wounds: Grief, Resilience, and the Power of Spirituality

Posted on January 3, 2026 - by admin

How can embracing hope and spirituality support the grieving process?  Join Dr. Gloria Horsley and her co-host and daughter, Dr. Heidi Horsley for an open and heartfelt conversation with their guest, Dr. Eric Brewer.  Eric is the Founder and Senior Pastor of Transform Church Ministries.  He is a covid widower, and author of From Grief To Growth; A 31 Day Journey Of Healing And Renewal Through Love And Loss.  Dr. Brewer founded and leads a national weekly support group for Black widowers.  His Doctoral dissertation was on; Healing Hidden Wounds: The Resilience of Black Men and the impact of their […]

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Episode 263: Life After “Us”: Surviving the Loss of a Spouse

Posted on December 23, 2025 - by admin

How do men navigate manhood without their dads? Join Dr. Gloria Horsley and her co-host and daughter, Dr. Heidi Horsley for a candid conversation about spouse loss with their guest Dr. Eric Brewer. Dr. Eric Brewer is the Founder and Senior Pastor of Transform Church Ministries. He is a widower and author of From Grief To Growth; A 31 Day Journey Of Healing And Renewal Through Love And Loss. Dr. Brewer founded and leads a national weekly support group for Black widowers. His Doctoral dissertation was on; Healing Hidden Wounds: The Resilience of Black Men and the impact of their […]

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Episode 262: Growing Up Male: Finding Your Way Without a Father

Posted on December 23, 2025 - by admin

How do men navigate manhood without their dads? Tune in as Dr. Gloria Horsley and her co-host and daughter, Dr. Heidi Horsley speak openly about father loss with their guest Dr. Eric Brewer. Eric is the Founder and Senior Pastor of Transform Church Ministries, and author of From Grief To Growth; A 31 Day Journey Of Healing And Renewal Through Love And Loss. Dr. Brewer founded and leads a national weekly support group for Black widowers. His Doctoral dissertation was on; Healing Hidden Wounds: The Resilience of Black Men and the impact of their spirituality upon their grief recovery.  

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Episode 261: Transforming Sorrow into Strength:  The Role of Art in Healing After Death.

Posted on December 17, 2025 - by admin

How do you transform sorrow into strength after a death?  Join host Dr. Gloria Horsley, and her co-host and daughter, Dr. Heidi Horsley along with their guests Sharon Strouse and Dr. Sarah Vollmann to talk about the role of art in healing after a death.  Sharon is a bereaved parent, and licensed clinical professional art therapist.  She is the Associate Director for The Portland Institute, and the author of; Artful Grief: A Diary of Healing.  Sharon is also the co-founder of the Kristin Rita Strouse Foundation.  Sarah is a bereaved sibling, registered board-certified art therapist, and faculty member of The […]

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