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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 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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Episode 260: Artful Healing: Beyond the Trauma of Loss

Posted on December 16, 2025 - by admin

How do you restore balance after a traumatic loss?  Join host Dr. Gloria Horsley, and her co-host and daughter, Dr. Heidi Horsley to talk with their guest Sharon Strouse about her family’s journey beyond the trauma of loss, after the suicide of her 17 year old daughter Kristin.  Sharon is a board certified 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.            

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Episode 255: Post Traumatic Growth and Transformation Through Grief

Posted on December 11, 2025 - by admin

How do you experience post traumatic growth and transformation through grief? Join host Dr. Heidi Horsley and her guests John Santoro, Shari O’Laughlin, and Andy McNiel as they discuss how you can grow after a loss. John Santoro’s daughter Paula died from the hidden effects of hyper-rare genetic syndrome. He has served The Compassionate Friends as a trustee on the Foundation, and on the National Board of Directors. John co-founded the Paula Rosina Santoro Foundation, which funds and advises community service projects in New Jersey. Shari O’Laughlin is the Chief Executive Officer of The Compassionate Friends. Her 14 yr. old […]

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 Episode 254: Profound Losses in Childhood and Adulthood

Posted on November 14, 2025 - by admin

Have you, or has someone you know had a profound loss in childhood or adulthood? If so, join host Dr. Heidi Horsley and her guests Andy McNiel, John Santoro, and Shari O’Laughlin to learn adaptive coping skills after profound loss.  Andy McNiel is the Senior Advisor of Youth Programs at the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS).  He is a consultant for The Compassionate Friends, and co-founder of The Satori Group.  He is Co-Author of Understanding and Supporting Bereaved Children: A Practical Guide for Professionals.  John Santor’s daughter Paula died from the hidden effects of hyper-rare genetic syndrome.  He has […]

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Episode 253: Grief Supportive Workplace Practices that Support Greater Productivity

Posted on November 14, 2025 - by admin

Are you looking for grief supportive workplace practices that support greater productivity?  Join host Dr. Heidi Horsley, with her guests Shari O’Laughlin, Andy McNiel, and John Santoro to discuss grief in the workplace.  Shari O’Laughlin is the Chief Executive Officer of The Compassionate Friends.   Her 14 yr. old son Connor was killed in a plane crash, and her sister died earlier in her life.  Shari is the author of the book; Life From the Ashes;  Finding Signs of Hope After Loss.  Andy McNiel is the Senior Advisor of Youth Programs at the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS).  He […]

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Episode 252: Transforming Loss Through Purpose and Meaning

Posted on October 5, 2025 - by admin

How do we transform our loss through purpose and meaning?  Join Dr. Gloria Horsley and her co-host and daughter Dr. Heidi Horsley with their guests Dana Lerner, Georgia Lavey, and Casey Mulligan Walsh to discuss finding purpose and meaning after a loss. Dana Lerner is a psychotherapist in NYC, and the founder of Cooper Stocks Way, and co-founder of Families for Safe Streets.  Georgia Lavey is a licensed clinical social worker, and the Clinical Program Director at Our House Grief Support Center in New York City, where she oversees the design and implementation of grief support programs. Casey Mulligan Walsh […]

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Episode 251: Grief Support for Pre-Adolescents and Teens

Posted on October 4, 2025 - by admin

Loss is difficult at any age, but especially when you are a pre-adolescent or teenager.  Join Dr. Gloria Horsley and her co-host and daughter Dr. Heidi Horsley along with their guests Georgia Lavey, Casey Mulligan Walsh, and Dana Lerner, as they discuss how to support pre-adolescents and teens after a loss.  Georgia Lavey is a licensed clinical social worker, and the Clinical Program Director at Our House Grief Support Center in New York City, where she oversees the design and implementation of grief support programs.  Casey Mulligan is a the author of the award winning memoir;  The Full Catastrophe: All […]

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