

Welcome to Other People’s Problems - On Drugs
21 snips May 12, 2025
Geoff Turner, host of CBC's On Drugs, joins Hillary McBride to dive deep into the world of psychedelic therapy. They discuss the ethics and potential of psychedelics in transforming mental health treatment, emphasizing historical successes and recent resurgence. Hillary shares her own experiences as a patient, exploring how these substances can unlock buried emotions and aid healing. They also touch on the importance of responsible research and safety measures for therapists in this evolving field. A fascinating conversation that promises profound insights!
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Psychedelics Unlock Emotional Processing
- Psychedelic therapy disrupts usual brain patterns, letting patients deeply feel and resolve unfinished emotional experiences.
- This process helps patients envision life free from trauma's haunting effects.
Psychedelic Therapy's Distinct Approach
- Psychedelic psychotherapy defies typical talk therapy by incorporating attachment and somatic approaches.
- Psychedelics disrupt default brain patterns, revealing deep relational and body-based memories that therapy then addresses.
Hillary's Personal Healing Journey
- Hillary McBride shares how psychedelic therapy helped her face and fully process her pregnancy loss and related trauma.
- This healing freed her from fear and trauma symptoms, allowing reconnection with her life.