New York, New York and San Francisco, California ( Pressreleasehome ) May 25, 2010 – Ligia M. Houben, is a Certified Grief Counselor whose personal experiences and those of others tell us that losses are an inevitable part life’s journey. We all endure losses but Ligia shows us how to transform these losses into a growing experience. She teaches Death and Dying at Florida International University and presents workshops/seminars. She is the author of Transform Your Loss – Your Guide to Strength and Hope.

Open to Hope Radio broadcasts every Thursday at 9 AM Pacific Standard Time/ 12 Noon Eastern Time. To listen to this show, go to http://thegriefblog.com and click on archived shows.

About Dr. Heidi Horsley

Dr. Heidi Horsley, PsyD, LMSW, MS, is a bereaved sibling and a licensed psychologist and social worker. Dr. Heidi is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of the Open to Hope Foundation and an adjunct professor at Columbia University. She has a private practice in Manhattan, NY specializing in grief and loss. She is also author of “Teen Grief Relief” and “Real Men Do Cry”. She holds graduate degrees from the University of San Francisco, Columbia University, and Loyola University.

About Dr. Gloria Horsley

Dr. Gloria C. Horsley, PHD, MFT, CNS, is a bereaved parent, and has worked in the field of family therapy for over twenty years. Dr. Gloria is Founder and President of the Open to Hope Foundation. She serves The Compassionate Friends as a Board Member. She is co-author of “Teen Grief Relief” and “Real Men Do Cry.” She holds graduate degrees from the University of Rochester, Syracuse, Greenwich and Holos Universities.

Dr. Heidi Horsley
125 West 72nd Street, Suite 6F
NY NY 10023
(646) 269-1664
www.opentohope.com
www.thegriefblog.com

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New York, NY ( Pressreleasehome ) March 15, 2010 – Dr. Heidi Horsley on their nationally syndicated talk radio program Healing the Grieving Heart www.thegriefblog.com will announce their plans to present at bereavement conference.

The Open My Heart, O Lord, Bereavement Conference is sponsored by Catholic Cemeteries and will be held March 20th, 2010 at the Kellenberg Memorial High School in Uniondale New York. Dr. Heidi will present on Finding Hope After Loss, Siblings Grieve Too, and What Parents Need to Know about Teen Grief on Saturday, March 20th, 2010 from 8:30 am-5:30 pm.

I am excited to announce that I have been asked to participate in this annual conference. This is a wonderful opportunity to bring valuable information and research on finding hope after loss to the professional community who in turn can bring it to the grieving public commented Dr. Heidi Horsley. Experts will address these topics and more, says Dr. Heidi Horsley Co-Host of “Healing the Grieving Heart” and Co-Founder and Executive Director of The Open to Hope Foundation www.opentohope.com.

Healing the Grieving Heart broadcasts every Thursday at 9 am Pacific/ 12 noon EST time on The Voice America Health & Wellness Network.

About Dr. Heidi Horsley

Dr. Heidi Horsley, PsyD, MSW, MS, is a bereaved sibling and a licensed psychologist and social worker. Dr. Heidi is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of the Open to Hope Foundation and an adjunct professor at Columbia University. She has a private practice in Manhattan, NY specializing in grief and loss. She is also author of “Teen Grief Relief” and “Real Men Do Cry”. She holds graduate degrees from the University of San Francisco, Columbia University, and Loyola University.

Dr. Heidi Horsley
125 West 72nd Street, Suite 6F
NY NY 10023
(646) 269-1664

New York, NY ( Pressreleasehome ) December 29, 2009 – Real Men Do Cry named Two-TimeWinner in 2009 President’s Book Awards from the Florida Publishers Association in Recognition of Excellence in Publishing

The Florida Publishers Association recently honored the best books in 11 categories at the annual President’s Book Awards handed out in Sarasota, FL. Judges for the awards competition were professional librarians from across the state who specialize in scrutinizing books for excellence in all areas – readership value and appeal, writing, editing, layout, and design.

Real Men Do Cry: A Quarterback’s Inspiring Story of Tackling Depression and Surviving Suicide Loss by Eric Hipple with Dr. Gloria Horsley and Dr. Heidi Horsley was named the gold winner in the “President’s Pick” category and the silver winner in the “Adult Non-Fiction” category.

Real Men Do Cry is an incredible story of tragedy and triumph. Eric experienced a debilitating downward spiral after his 15-year-old son died of suicide. Bankrupt and jailed for drunk driving, Eric sought therapy for his own depression and was able to make an amazing comeback. Eric works with the University of Michigan Depression Center as an outreach coordinator, where he travels nationwide speaking to teens and adults about ways to recognize the signs of depression and risks for potential suicide.

Endorsements for Real Men Do Cry:

“This is an important book for everyone – fathers, husbands, sons, and the women who care about them. Eric’s message is powerfully delivered: men with depression need to seek help. It’s not only the courageous thing to do; it can save lives.”

– Robert Gebbia, Executive Director, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

“Real men get depression. As a good quarterback, Eric decided to share his knowledge and passion in the belief that he could help explain the game plan to win this struggle…”

– John F. Greden, M.D., Executive Director, University of Michigan Depression Center

“This book is difficult to put down. Eric Hipple . . . tells the real deal about men and depression. Seeking help for depression is not a weakness or a character flaw but a sign of strength and empowerment.”

– Donna Holland Barnes, Ph.D., President of the National Organization for People of Color Against Suicide

Eric’s life’s work—supporting a program of suicide prevention is fueled by the conviction that, thousands of deaths can be prevented through recognizing the signs of depression and intervention. Eric is an example that everyone can rise above adversity and make a difference in the world.

“We’re excited to bring Eric’s story and mission of hope to the world,” this was a very inspiring book to write with Eric, commented Dr. Gloria Horsley, Host of ‘Healing the Grieving Heart” and Founder and President of The Open to Hope Foundation, sponsor of “Healing the Grieving Heart” and The Grief Blog.

The Open to Hope show broadcasts every Monday at 11 am Pacific Standard Time and 2 pm Eastern Time on the CBS radio live streaming, Chat About it station. To listen to this show go to www.thegriefblog.com and click on archived shows.

Healing the Grieving Heart broadcasts every Thursday at 9 am Pacific Standard Time, 12 noon EST time on The VoiceAmerica Health & Wellness Network.

About Dr. Heidi Horsley

Dr. Heidi Horsley, PsyD, LMSW, MS, is a bereaved sibling and a licensed psychologist and social worker. Dr. Heidi is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of the Open to Hope Foundation and an adjunct professor at Columbia University. She has a private practice in Manhattan, NY specializing in grief and loss. She is also author of “Teen Grief Relief” and “Real Men Do Cry”. She holds graduate degrees from the University of San Francisco, Columbia University, and Loyola University.

About Dr. Gloria Horsley

Dr. Gloria C. Horsley, PHD, MFT, CNS, is a bereaved parent, and has worked in the field of family therapy for over twenty years. Dr. Gloria is Founder and President of the Open to Hope Foundation. She serves The Compassionate Friends in a number of roles, including as a Board Director and frequently serves as a media spokesperson in her dual role as a bereaved parent and professional. She is co-author of “Teen Grief Relief” and “Real Men Do Cry.” She holds graduate degrees from the University of Rochester, Syracuse, Greenwich and Holos Universities.

Dr. Heidi Horsley
37 West 72nd Street, Suite 1E
NY NY 10023
(646) 269-1664

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New York, NY ( Pressreleasehome ) December 22, 2009 – As a result of the death of his daughter Jeannie Marie in 2003 at age 18, David Roberts founded Bootsy and Angel Books to support those who have suffered a loss. He is the co- author of Mourning Discoveries: A guide to help families navigate through grief toward healing: The Loss of a Pet and Mourning Discoveries: A guide to help families navigate through grief toward healing: During the Holidays.

Healing the Grieving Heart broadcasts every Thursday at 9 AM Pacific Standard Time/ 12 Noon Eastern Time on The VoiceAmerica Health & Wellness Network.

If you missed this show, go to www.thegriefblog.com and click on archived shows.

About Dr. Heidi Horsley

Dr. Heidi Horsley, PsyD, LMSW, MS, is a bereaved sibling and a licensed psychologist and social worker. Dr. Heidi is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of the Open to Hope Foundation and an adjunct professor at Columbia University. She has a private practice in Manhattan, NY specializing in grief and loss. She is also author of “Teen Grief Relief” and “Real Men Do Cry”. She holds graduate degrees from the University of San Francisco, Columbia University, and Loyola University.

About Dr. Gloria Horsley

Dr. Gloria C. Horsley, PHD, MFT, CNS, is a bereaved parent, and has worked in the field of family therapy for over twenty years. Dr. Gloria is Founder and President of the Open to Hope Foundation. She serves The Compassionate Friends as a Board Member. She is co-author of “Teen Grief Relief” and “Real Men Do Cry.” She holds graduate degrees from the University of Rochester, Syracuse, Greenwich and Holos Universities.

Dr. Heidi Horsley
125 West 72nd Street, Suite 6F
NY NY 10023
(646) 269-1664

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New York, New York and San Francisco, California ( PressReleaseHome ) Nov. 9th 2009 -Frederic Luskin, Ph.D. is the Director of the Stanford University Forgiveness Project.  Dr. Luskin’s research demonstrates that learning forgiveness leads to increased physical vitality, hope, greater self–efficacy, enhanced optimism and conflict resolution skills. His research also shows that forgiveness lessons the physical and emotional toll of stress, and decreases hurt, anger depression and blood pressure. Dr. Luskin is a bereaved parent of Anna, and the author of Forgive for Good: A Proven Prescription for Health and Happiness and Forgive for Love: The Missing Ingredient for a Healthy and Lasting Relationship

The Open to Hope show broadcasts every Monday at 11 am Pacific Standard Time and 2 pm Eastern Time on the CBS radio live streaming, Chat About it station. To listen to this show go to www.thegriefblog.com and click on archived shows.

About Dr. Heidi Horsley

Dr. Heidi Horsley, PsyD, LMSW, MS, is a bereaved sibling and a licensed psychologist and social worker.  Dr. Heidi is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of the Open to Hope Foundation and an adjunct professor at Columbia University.  She has a private practice in Manhattan, NY specializing in grief and loss.  She is also author of “Teen Grief Relief” and “Real Men Do Cry”. She holds graduate degrees from the University of San Francisco, Columbia University, and Loyola University.

About Dr. Gloria Horsley

Dr. Gloria C. Horsley, PHD, MFT, CNS, is a bereaved parent, and has worked in the field of family therapy for over twenty years. Dr. Gloria is Founder and President of the Open to Hope Foundation.  She serves The Compassionate Friends in a number of roles, including as a Board Director and frequently serves as a media spokesperson in her dual role as a bereaved parent and professional. She is co-author of “Teen Grief Relief” and “Real Men Do Cry.” She holds graduate degrees from the University of Rochester, Syracuse, Greenwich and Holos Universities.

Dr. Heidi Horsley
37 West 72nd Street, Suite 1E
NY NY 10023
(646) 269-1664

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