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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 223: Understanding and Supporting Bereaved Children

Posted on September 11, 2024 - by admin

How do we not only understand bereaved children, but support them after a loss? Join host Dr. Gloria Horsley, and her co-host and daughter Dr. Heidi Horsley , along with their guests Dr. Frank Powers, Maria Georgapoulos, and Elizabeth Devita-Raeburn and learn techniques for helping children. Dr. Frank Powers a licensed psychologist, has been in private practice for over 40 years, and is the author of “Finding Love After Loss.” Maria Georgapoulos, is a licensed mental health counselor, and founder of Roulas Kids, a place for grieving children and their families. Elizabeth Devita-Raeburn is a journalist, and blogger, and the […]

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Episode 222: Superhero Grief; The Transformative Power of Loss

Posted on July 15, 2024 - by admin

The majority of Superhero’s have had a significant loss in their life.  What can we learn from these Superhero’s about finding hope after loss?  Join Dr Heidi Horsley and her co-host Doneley Meris, along with guests Dr. Jill Harrington, Lindsey Whissel Fenton, and Greg Adams as they speak about superhero grief and the transformative power of loss.  Doneley Meris is the Founder and Director of the HIV Arts Network and an adjunct faculty member at NYU and Hunter College.  Dr. Jill Harrington is an Assistant Professor at Marymount University and serves on the board of directors for the Association for […]

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Episode 221: Navigating Children’s Grief

Posted on July 15, 2024 - by admin

Are you wondering how to connect with grieving children and help them navigate their grief?  Join host Dr. Heidi Horsley and her co-host Doneley Meris, along with guests Lindsey Whissel Fenton and Greg Adams, as they discuss tips and tools to support grieving children.  Doneley Meris is the Founder and Director of the HIV Arts Network and an adjunct faculty member at NYU and Hunter College. Lindsey Whissel Fenton is the creator of Speaking Grief and Learning Grief, and host of The Apologies Podcast.  She also serves on the Board of Directors for the National Alliance for Childrens’ Grief.  Greg […]

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Episode 220: Coping with Parent Loss

Posted on July 15, 2024 - by admin

The void left by the death of both parents can be overwhelming, as they are often our primary source of support and guidance. Join host Dr. Heidi Horsley and her co-host Doneley Meris, along with guests Greg Adams and Dr. Jill Harrington, as they speak about parent loss and offer insights from their own professional and personal experiences. Doneley Meris is the Founder and Director of the HIV Arts Network and an adjunct faculty member at NYU and Hunter College. Greg Adams is a Program Coordinator for the Center for Good Mourning and staff bereavement support at Arkansas Children’s Hospital. […]

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Episode 219: Mens Journey Through Grief

Posted on June 10, 2024 - by admin

Listen to four men speak very candidly about the different untimely losses in their lives, and how they took this often tumultuous journey through grief. Join hosts, Dr. Gloria Horsley and her daughter Dr. Heidi Horsley, along with their guests Stephen Panus, Warren Kozak, Jon Lefrandt, and Johnny Sirpilla.. Stephen Panus is the CEO of Twisted Hair, a marketing and P.R. Agency. He wrote the book “Walk On,” after the death of his 16 year old son. Warren Kozak, has been a journalist for some of televisions most respected news anchors, his book “Waving Goodbye: Life After Loss,” was written […]

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Episode 218: Navigating the Loss of a Child

Posted on June 10, 2024 - by admin

Are you struggling after the death of your child? Is the pain so great that you don’t know how you will survive? Join hosts, Dr. Gloria Horsley and her daughter Dr. Heidi Horsley, along with their guests Johnny Sirpilla and Stephen Panus, as they speak candidly about their own experience of child loss, and how they not only survived, but eventually found hope. Johnny is a seasoned executive leader with a dynamic 30 year career. His life changed, and his mission emerged after the death of his triplets, two sons and a daughter. Johnny;s book “Life is Hard but I’ll […]

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Episode 217: Navigating Loss as Men

Posted on June 10, 2024 - by admin

While there are similarities among men who are grieving, there are also differences. Listen to how two men with very different experiences navigated their unexpected losses. Join hosts Dr. Gloria Horsley and her daughter Dr. Heidi Horsley, along with their guests Jon Lefrandt and Warren Kozak, as they discuss how they navigated their lives after loss. Jon Lefrandt is the Founder and CEO of Elevia, a text messaging service used to better serve grieving families. Jon comes to this work after the death of his father, which left him reeling. He is also the founder of For Grief, a multi-platform […]

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Episode 216: Grieving Voices; Journeys of Loss

Posted on May 29, 2024 - by admin

Is it possible to find hope again after loss? Join hosts Dr. Gloria Horsley and her daughter Dr. Heidi Horsley, along with their guests Abby Dart and Meghan Riordan-Jarvis, as they discuss their journey out of the darkness and back into the light after losing loved ones. Abby Dart has a law degree from Loyola Law School and is a member of the California Bar. Following the death of her husband by suicide, she entered the political arena, lobbying for better mental health care. Meghan Riordan-Jarvis is a psychotherapist and hosts the podcast “Grief is My Side Hustle.” She has […]

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Episode 215: Sudden Traumatic Loss

Posted on May 29, 2024 - by admin

Have you experienced a sudden traumatic loss? If so, get tips and tools on how to navigate this difficult time. Join hosts Dr. Gloria Horsley and her daughter Dr. Heidi Horsley, along with their guests Meghan Riordan-Jarvis and Abby Dart, to discuss what helped them after traumatic loss and what might help you too. Meghan Riordan-Jarvis is a psychotherapist and hosts the podcast “Grief is My Side Hustle.” She has written two books: a memoir called “End of The Hour,” about her personal experience with PTSD after the successive deaths of her parents, and “Can Anyone Tell Me Why: Essential […]

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Episode 214: Navigating Health and Wellness After Loss

Posted on May 29, 2024 - by admin

The death of a loved one can take a physical, psychological, and emotional toll on us. How do we navigate health and wellness after loss? Join hosts Dr. Gloria Horsley and her daughter, Dr. Heidi Horsley, along with their guests Jeanne Jacobwitz and Meghan Riordan-Jarvis, as they discuss healthy ways to care for ourselves after loss. Jeanne Jacobwitz is a widow and board member at the W Connection, a nonprofit organization that helps widows. Jeanne teaches at Georgetown University in the graduate midwifery/women’s health programs and is currently conducting research on how bereavement can impact a widow’s health. Meghan Riordan-Jarvis […]

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