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Feeling discouraged? Relax and tune into the Open to Hope podcast and hear Dr. Gloria Horsley and Dr. Heidi Horsley interview guests with inspiring stories about recovery from loss.

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Walking the Road to Hope with Tina Barret

Posted on December 26, 2019 - by admin

  Founder/Executive Director of Tamarack Grief Resource Center, Dr. Tina Barrett specializes in outdoor-based support. Since 1996, Barrett has directed over 120 grief camps across the country. She serves on the National Alliance for Grieving Children’s Board and as Senior Consultant for the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS). Barrett received the 2019 Community Educator Award from the Association of Death Educators and Counselors (ADEC). https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Walking-the-Road-to-Hope-with-Tina-Barret.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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How Losses Shape Our Life with Mary Beth Lamey

Posted on December 19, 2019 - by admin

Mary Beth Lamey, LISW-CP is a licensed clinical social worker with over twenty years of experience in the field of grief and loss, having worked in both hospice and the funeral service profession.  Currently, she serves as the Community Outreach Director for Thompson Funeral Home, where she provides, individual, family and group grief support services to members of the community. In addition, On a personal note, the sudden death of her younger sister at the age of 15, was highly impactful in shaping the direction of her personal and professional life.   https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/How-Losses-Shape-Our-Life-with-Mary-Beth-Lamey.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Actively Moving Forward with Kiri Meyer

Posted on December 12, 2019 - by admin

Kiri Meyer MS, LPC, NCC, is a licensed Child and Family Therapist in Wisconsin, Director of Programming for Actively Moving Forward, a HealGrief.org program, and founder of StarBright Grief Guidance LLC. Kiri has made it her life’s work to educate and advocate in the fields of grief and trauma. https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Actively-Moving-Forward-with-Kiri-Meyer.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Healing After Multiple Losses with Larry Barber

Posted on December 5, 2019 - by admin

Larry M. Barber is a minister, licensed professional counselor, and certified thanatologist (specialist in the study of death, dying and bereavement). His interest in the field of death and bereavement comes from his own personal grief journey. In May 1993 Barber’s 37 year-old wife and two year-old daughter were killed in a multi-car accident in Arlington TX. Barber currently works as a Therapist with Taylor Counseling Group in Dallas Texas. Barber formerly served as director of GriefWorks in Dallas, Texas at ChristianWorks for Children for 12 years. The support group ministry serves children ages 5-18 and their adult family members […]

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Gold Star Families Grieving with Jill Stephenson

Posted on November 28, 2019 - by admin

Jill Stephenson speaks nationwide advocating for veterans, organ donation and Gold Star families. Through her adversities she has found hidden blessings and made it her mission to instill positivity and hope to all whom she encounters. She grasps what life has thrown at her to build character and superlative wisdom. https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Gold-Star-Families-Grieving-with-Jill-Stephenson.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Finding Joy in Holidays with Mary Joye

Posted on November 20, 2019 - by admin

Mary Joye is a Mental Health Counselor, Life Coach and an Open to Hope author. After the loss of her parents and only sibling in 2015 she reached a dark place.  Through the support of her friends she has again found joy in the holidays.     https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Finding-Joy-in-Holidays-with-Mary-Joye.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Grief Speaks Out with Jan Warner

Posted on November 14, 2019 - by admin

Jan Warner created Grief Speaks Out, an online community that offers support and strength to over two and a half million “Grief Warriors” around the world. A “Grief Warrior” herself, Jan has produced several films and theater productions, and is an avid world traveler. Her favorite role in life is being a grandmother. https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Grief-Speaks-Out-with-Jan-Warner.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Surviving Military Loss with Joanne Steen

Posted on November 7, 2019 - by admin

Joanne Steen is a counselor, military widow and the founder of Grief Solutions training company focused on grief, loss and resilience. She is the author of two books on grief for Gold Star families We Regret to Inform you and Military Widow: A Survival Guide. https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Surviving-Military-Loss-with-Joanne-Steen.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Candia Sanders: Open Dialogue With Deceased Loved Ones

Posted on October 31, 2019 - by admin

Candia Sanders is an international medical intuitive, master healer, motivator and ultimate optimist. She has helped thousands ease medical issues, navigate relationships and find their soul’s purpose. Her latest work When Eagles Soar: From Diagnosis, Death to Dreams and Open Dialogue is her uplifting story through cancer and beyond with her husband who died in 2016. Her goal is to create a new conversation about death. https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Candia-Sanders-Open-Dialogue-With-Deceased-Loved-Ones.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Honoring My Dad with Niles Fitch

Posted on October 24, 2019 - by admin

Niles Fitch is an actor and Celebrity Ambassador for a CaringHand and is spokesperson for Katie’s Club.  In 2013 Niles’ father, Frederick, was diagnosed with lupus nephritis and passed away just four months later.  After this life changing event Niles has become an advocate of grief programs and lupus awareness programs and is on a mission to find a cure and educate others about lupus, Niles is a Celebrity Ambassador with Lupus LA. https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Honoring-My-Dad-with-Niles-Fitch.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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