Real Men Do Cry

March 15, 2007
Hosted by Drs. Gloria and Heidi Horsley

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Episode Description

Eric Hipple popular quarterback for the Detroit Lions will join us on this show. Eric lost his15 year old son, Jeff, to a self inflicted gun shot wound in 2000. On this show Eric will share with us how his professional life and his training as a supreme athlete both helped him and hindered him in dealing with the death of his son. We will hear how he has gone on to help others recognize risk for suicide and to deal the aftermath of the event. Eric serves on the National Advisory Board of the University of Michigan’s Depression Center and has become a presenter on depression and suicide prevention at middle schools, high schools and colleges throughout Michigan. Eric has always been an inspiration to others both on and off the playing field.

Open to Hope

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“Open to Hope” is a show dedicated to those who have suffered a loss. The show is hosted by Dr. Gloria Horsley, Marriage and Family Therapist and her daughter Dr. Heidi Horsley, adjunct professor at Columbia University’s school of Social Work. Dr. Gloria and Dr. Heidi are published authors and international experts in grief, loss and recovery. Hear bereaved family members and experts share inspirational stories of loss, hope and recovery. Learn what you can do to cope and to establish a new normal. Dr. Gloria and Dr. Heidi dedicate their show to their deceased son, and brother Scott, and to all those who have lost loved ones and are looking for hope. They welcome you to lean on their hope until you have found your own.

Drs. Gloria and Heidi Horsley

Dr. Gloria Horsley, BSN, MS, MA, CNS, MFT, MIM, Ph.D. is a bereaved parent and has worked in family therapy for 22 years. She holds graduate degrees from the University of Rochester, Syracuse, Greenwich and Holos Universities. Dr. Gloria serves The Compassionate Friends in a number of roles, including Board Director and chairperson for TCF’s annual program for professionals. Dr. Heidi Horsley, BS, MS, MSW, Psy.D. is a bereaved sibling and adjunct professor at Columbia University’s school of Social Work where she teaches courses including grief, loss, and bereavement. She holds graduate degrees from Columbia University, Loyola, and University of San Francisco. She also conducts seminars & workshops at The Compassionate Friends annual bereavement conferences.



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