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Anne Castaldo: Helping Siblings Heal

Posted on March 28, 2019 - by admin

Anne Castaldo started the The Tony Brown Foundation as a tribute to a life well lived and believes that even after loss you can lead a full, productive and passionate life. She created the foundation after the loss of her youngest son, Tony, who is survived by his two older brothers. She has gone on to heal and help others heal as well. https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Anne-Castaldo-Helping-Siblings-Heal.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Do’s and Don’ts for Bereavement Support with Dr. Heidi Horsley and Dr. Gloria Horsley

Posted on March 26, 2019 - by admin

On this show Dr. Gloria and Dr. Heidi respond to the following question from Randy, “Last night in my bereavement group one of the members suggested that it was important to educate friends and family on how to treat the bereaved. Could you give me some tips on the do’s and don’ts for bereavement support?” https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Dos-and-Donts-for-Bereavement-Support-with-DrHeidi-Horsley-and-DrGloria-Horsley.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Lynda Fishman: Grief and Repairing Your Rainbows

Posted on March 21, 2019 - by admin

Meet Lynda Fishman, author of Repairing Rainbows and survivor of an unspeakable tragedy. When Lynda was 13, her mother and two sisters were killed in a plane crash. Her father fell into a deep depression, and she was essentially left to fend for herself. Lynda is a retired MSW and retired grief therapist, summer camp director, college professor and inspirational speaker with a message of courage, strength and hope. https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Lynda-Fishman-Grief-and-Repairing-Your-Rainbows.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Grief In The Workplace final with Dr. Heidi and Dr. Gloria Horsley

Posted on March 19, 2019 - by admin

On this show Dr. Heidi and Gloria Horsley respond to Gary’s question regarding strategies he can use while going back to work after a death. “My dad died a month ago and I am back to work next week. I work in high tech and am a bit concerned with controlling my feelings. Could you give me some suggestions?” https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Grief-In-The-Workplace-final-with-Dr.-Heidi-and-Dr.-Gloria-Horsley.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Disaster and Violence: How Can I Cope? with April Naturale

Posted on March 14, 2019 - by admin

April Naturale is a traumatic stress specialist. She directed New York’s mental health response to Sept. 11th and has responded to disasters and mass violence events across the U.S. and 9 countries. Dr. Naturale is currently working with victims of the Las Vegas Shooting and training Humanitarian Aid workers for the European Union. https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Disaster-and-Violence-How-Can-I-Cope-with-April-Naturale.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Family Dynamics After a Death with Dr. Heidi and Dr. Gloria Horsley

Posted on March 12, 2019 - by admin

On this show Dr. Gloria Horsley and Dr. Heidi Horsley respond to Kathi’s question, “How do you get other (family) members to open up about the death when you know for a fact that they are suppressing it evidenced by their lifestyle actions and choices”. https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Family-Dynamics-After-a-Death-with-Dr.-Heidi-and-Dr.-Gloria-Horsley.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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After Death His Music Lives On with Alycia Marshall

Posted on March 7, 2019 - by admin

Dr. Alycia Marshall lost her only child, Aaron Gene Marshall (AG), to a single car accident on April 11, 2016 at the age of 19. As an active member of The Compassionate Friends and Bereaved Parents USA, she shares hope, encouragement and practical advice with others on the grief journey. She has also written for the Alive Alone newsletter. https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/After-Death-His-Music-Lives-On-with-Alycia-Marshall.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Resilience After Loss with Dr. Gloria and Dr. Heidi Horsley

Posted on March 5, 2019 - by admin

On this show Dr. Gloria and Dr. Heidi Horsley respond to a question sent by Kathi, “Why are some people more resilient about death than others or what makes some more resilient than others?” Their responses include thoughts on the influences of health, history and biology. https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Resilience-After-Loss-with-Dr.-Gloria-and-Dr.-Heidi-Horsley.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Lita Lopez and Finding Your Good Balloon

Posted on February 28, 2019 - by admin

Lita Lopez is an Actor, Writer, and Producer. She grew up in Odessa, Texas in a family of 9 children. In 2008 her brother, Noel, was murdered. In honor of him she is producing and acting in the inspirational story The Good Balloon. She does Improvisation in Los Angeles on Saturday nights and teaches Billiards. https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Lita-Lopez-and-Finding-Your-Good-Balloon.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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I am feeling crazy. Do I need psychotherapy? with Dr. Gloria and Dr. Heidi Horsley

Posted on February 26, 2019 - by admin

On this show Dr. Heidi and Dr. Gloria Horsley tackle a bereaved parents questions regarding what is normal grief and when does a person need psychotherapy. Also, how does one find a therapist who is the “right fit”? https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/I-am-feeling-crazy-Do-I-need-psychotherapy-with-Dr.-Gloria-and-Dr.-Heidi-Horsley.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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