Joy Johnson, co-founder of the Centering Corporation, America’s largest bereavement Resource Center will join Drs. Gloria & Heidi Horsley on their nationally syndicated talk radio program “Healing the Grieving Heart” November 23rd, 9 AM PST/12 Noon EST

New York, New York and San Francisco, California — November 20, 2006 – Joy Johnson, co-founder of the Centering Corporation, America’s largest bereavement Resource Center will join Drs. Gloria & Heidi Horsley on their nationally syndicated talk radio program “Healing the Grieving Heart” November 23rd, 9 AM PST/12 Noon EST.

“The holidays can be a tough time for anyone grieving the loss of a family member or someone dear to them. We’re looking forward to Joy sharing her thoughts and insights into some of the many resources available to families and individuals coping with loss this time of year,” commented Dr. Heidi Horsley, co-host of Healing the Grieving Heart.

Joy Johnson is co-founder, along with her husband, Dr. Marvin Johnson, of Centering Corporation (http://www.centeringcorp.com) , North America’s oldest and largest bereavement resource center. Centering Corporation is the official bookstore for The Compassionate Friends. Joy has written or edited more than 150 books on grief. Her compassion and understanding have touched many lives.

Join us for a discussion of traditions, memories, and challenges of Thanksgiving Day without that special person.

Dr. Heidi Horsley herself is a bereaved sibling whose 17 year old brother, Scott died in an automobile accident when she was 20 yrs. old. Currently she is an adjunct professor teaching several graduate courses at Columbia University’s School of Social Work, including Intervention for Grief, Loss and Bereavement.

Dr. Horsley co-hosts the nationally syndicated “Healing the Grieving Heart” radio show, broadcast on local radio stations and syndicated live every Thursday 9 AM PST – 12 Noon EST and in rebroadcast on The VoiceAmerica Health and Wellness Network. The show can be accessed at http://www.thegriefblog.com .

About Dr. Heidi Horsley

Dr. Horsley, PsyD, MSW holds a doctorate degree in Psychology from the University of San Francisco, a masters degree in social work from Columbia University and a masters degree in mental health counseling from Loyola University in New Orleans. Dr. Horsley is an adjunct professor at Columbia University and a Psychologist and co-investigator for the FDNY-CSU/ Columbia University Family Guidance Program assisting families of 9/11.

Dr. Horsley co-hosts the nationally syndicated “Healing the Grieving Heart” radio show, broadcast on local radio stations and syndicated live and in rebroadcast on The VoiceAmerica Health & Wellness Network. Her website is http://www.healingthegrievingheart.org .

Dr. Horsley currently lives in New York City with her husband and two children.

About Dr. Gloria Horsley

Dr. Gloria C. Horsley, PHD, MFT, a bereaved parent, has worked in the field of family therapy for twenty-two years. She holds graduate degrees from the University of Rochester, Syracuse, Greenwich and Holos Universities.

Dr. Gloria serves The Compassionate Friends (www.thecompassionatefriends.org) in a number of roles, including as a Board Director and chairperson for TCF’s annual program for professionals. She frequently serves as a media spokesperson for TCF in her dual role as a bereaved parent and professional. Dr. Horsley has a strong commitment to the education and the betterment of the world.

Dr. Horsley resides in San Francisco, California, with her husband Phil. They have three daughters and ten grandchildren.
Contact:

Dr. Heidi Horsley
415-994-8263
http://www.healingthegrievingheart.org
http://www.thegriefblog.com
heidi@thegriefblog.com
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