Other People's Problems
CBC
Normally, therapy sessions are totally confidential — but this podcast opens the doors. In this season of Other People’s Problems, Dr. Hillary McBride explores the transformative power of psychedelics in a therapeutic setting.With her psychological expertise, Dr. Hillary leads her clients through drug-assisted therapy, guiding them to new heights on their healing journeys. Experience these real, unscripted sessions firsthand as they unfold in each episode.This season offers an unprecedented look at psychedelic psychotherapy, breaking new ground in the podcast space and demystifying this often misunderstood practice as a powerful tool in trauma recovery.Season 5 of Other People’s Problems will be available everywhere on May 12, 2025. Hear episodes early and ad-free on CBC Stories Premium.
Episodes
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Nov 6, 2018 • 10min
Guided meditation: Ease your anxiety
Host Hillary McBride advises her client Hannah to listen to a guided mediation on her commute to help ease her anxiety. Here's one for you to use, with Hillary as your guide.
Nov 6, 2018 • 26min
Ethan: Space for a new baby
Hillary works with Ethan to imagine playing and connecting with his new baby. He's worked for years to process the terrifying experience of almost losing his wife during the birth of their first child.
Oct 30, 2018 • 41min
Layla: Healing from rape
*Warning: This episode details a sexual assault and may be triggering for some listeners.
A chance encounter at the pool has triggered Layla to remember a sexual assault. In this session, she begins to heal.
Oct 30, 2018 • 25min
Ellie: Abusive with me, but loves our daughter
Ellie's decision to leave her abusive relationship has restored her sparkle. But how does she foster a good relationship between him and their daughter without getting hurt again?
May 4, 2018 • 11min
Hillary's podcast pick: Mic Drop
If you liked how Other People's Problems let you into the minds and hearts of ordinary people you'll love Mic Drop. Listen in as teenagers share their mood-swinging, dream-chasing, rule-breaking dramas and adventures.
Apr 23, 2018 • 24min
Patti: Giving until it's all gone
Patti strives to be perfect and does so much for her son and husband. Hillary helps her see that giving even more is not the answer.
Apr 22, 2018 • 27min
Sloane: Putting a name on this problem
Hillary introduces Sloane to the idea of Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder to help her understand why she feels so overwhelmed at times. But will the diagnosis help Sloane feel more or less empowered to change?
Apr 21, 2018 • 24min
Belle: The eating disorder voice inside
Belle has a voice inside her head that torments her with messages of self-hate. She turns to food to feel better. Hillary tries to help her with a therapy called EMDR.
Apr 20, 2018 • 15min
OPP Extra - 'Maggie' interview
'Maggie' talks with OPP creator and producer Jodie Martinson about what it was like to be a part of the podcast, and how the microphone in the room affected her.
Apr 18, 2018 • 23min
Franklyn: Heartbreak in a digital world
Franklyn revokes his access to tracking his ex-wife's whereabouts through her phone. It's his last connection to her.
