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“Just listened to ep 1 season 4 about Julia hiding parts away. It’s awe inspiring to listen in real time as a fragile, overflowing vessel of pain is carefully passed from one human to another and transforms en route to a beautiful, loved child. And the frank relief that the speaker is allowed to...”Read full review »
listening learning via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/07/24
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“If you identify with American Mary and find the voice annoying, please consider this “resistance”. Sometimes we react with annoyance to something that triggers us at an unconscious level because it activates our inner cynic. Many of use cynicism to avoid vulnerability. I challenge you to sit...”Read full review »
geeedubbb via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/13/23
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“I couldn’t make it through five minutes of this podcast because the host is SO annoying, holy cow. She puts on the most blatantly artificial “therapist voice” that makes her sound like a first-year masters student trying to do reflective listening. Her responses feel so contrived and insincere....”Read full review »
American Mary via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/01/23
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“Listening to therapy podcasts is a hobby of mine. I love learning about the different practices we can take on to be more self-aware and mentally healthy. My point is: I've listened to a lot of therapy podcasts. This is by far the best. Something about the way she explains what's...”Read full review »
leoccnwn via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
07/08/23
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“this podcast is truly a blessing”
annesquivel via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/26/23
“The Therapist's heart is in the right place but her voice is uncomfortable to listen to.. Maybe it's just personal preference but her affirmative humming while her patients talk and the tonal float upward at the end of every sentence comes across as performative.. There's also some...”Read full review »
Gerald4d via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/22/23
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“I love how compassionate Hilary is and how she explains what’s going on with their emotions in the bodies. It’s soooo helpful for my own healing journey!!”
and_ramoss via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/09/22
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“Absolutely amazing. I can’t say enough good things about Hillary and her clients. I am so grateful to everyone involved and their willingness to be so vulnerable. 10/10.”
Adammm7 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
08/20/22
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“I am a psychotherapist in the US and I love this podcast. Her approach and understanding to trauma in particular is impressive. I actually just recommend this podcast on a podcast I was recently featured in. Really wonderful.”
April J B via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/11/22
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“I listened to 6 episodes and thus heard the exact same irritating ad 18 times. Although I loved the content of this podcast I just can’t stand handle hearing that ad again!”
EnidaV via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/07/22
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“I find myself pretty conflicted about this podcast. Hilary is very effective in the sense that she seems to really ‘know her stuff’, but she seems to lack empathy and speak to her clients (and her listeners) in a way that makes me think she considers herself superior to them.”
SKCay via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
01/10/22
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“I love the fact that each session is so relatable in some ways. But I also love that I can learn different ways others handle the situations…. Funny how we all can relate to “Other Peoples Problems “”
CjTy13 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/04/22
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“This is a breath of fresh air for the parts of me that know only shame and misunderstanding. It feels comforting. I feel held by it!”
esmam_shahabe via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
12/20/21
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“Love the podcast, but the Audible ads are loud and obnoxious and totally ruin the mood. Ads are about triple the volume so as I get into listening I’m jarred by the ad. I can’t listen any longer despite appreciating the content. Fix the volume on the ads and I’ll be back.”
DS Toronto via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
12/20/21
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“I am training to be a psychotherapist, and listening to this podcast is super valuable. Through listening to Hillary and her clients I am noticing her approach getting rubbed off on me. Super grateful, thanks so much! PS. looove the updated music in season 3”
Auður Z via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/31/21
“This show helped immensely in feeling less alone and misunderstood. Having been in therapy for years, it’s an entirely new experience to hear how others have such similar and different experiences, and how ultimately we all want connection and psychological safety. This show reminds me that I’m...”Read full review »
rmyelverton via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/27/21
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“The therapist talks too much. I wanna hear the client. Let the client talk, I can hear the therapist rushing to make sense of everything, she sounds so eager to say her part.”
xuzuzisgyv via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
08/22/21
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“Love hearing these episodes. It makes me feel “normal””
MTETCT via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/31/21
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“I really do enjoy this show. Hillary is so good at being able to verbalize in summary what she hears and is great at prompting conversation. The amount of times per episode she says mmmmmmm or ahhhhhh or hhmmmm is very annoying. I know it’s a soothing and supporting prompt for the patient to...”Read full review »
Heat8er via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/03/21
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“Thank you to Hilary, all clients, and everyone behind the scenes who have contributed to this podcast. The work is extremely empathetic, and Hilary is attuned to clients needs, demonstrating that safety and empathy are key ingredients in healing. I myself am a therapist and have learned so much...”Read full review »
creighton789 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/09/21
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“I enjoy this podcast a lot. Hillary is so very kind, and gentle in a way that is comforting. At the same time she can be tough but gentle.
She is in my opinion one of the best counselors I’ve heard. She genuinely cares, and it just shines through! Five stars!”
Taralainee via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/07/21
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“Was listening to the episode on anxiety as I have been suffering from anxiety and an ad comes on about another podcast about Covid, which was very distressing as I wasn’t in the headspace to take in the fearful information and was not expecting that content. Maybe tailor the ads to the audience...”Read full review »
a64723 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/04/21
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“Thank you Hillary and the clients in this show for opening your hearts to us and letting us see what healing looks like ❤️”
laurenatconstellationfarm via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/29/21
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“I’ve been really impressed by this podcast and by Hillary. It really reinforces my own work in therapy, and it’s nice to know other people struggle with the same things.”
Mkb06 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/24/21
“So basically someone really close to me suffers from PTSD and major anxiety issues, hearing to this podcast really helped me to understand this person better and also change my own lifestyle to better suit her. It’s a really beautiful podcast and the therapist’s voice is so comforting and calming.”
Jay3097 via Apple Podcasts ·
India ·
05/07/21
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“This podcast is one of my favorites I have ever stumbled upon. I am in therapy and have an amazing therapist but sometimes it’s easy to forget conversations and themes present in therapy after the fact. It is so helpful to hear others stories and relate to my own story. I feel validated and...”Read full review »
JLP 1990 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/19/21
“I like the concept but the whole thing is so contrived, I barely got through one episode. Naturally, people are going to be different when they are being recorded but this was over the top. Her empathetic responses sounded forced, like she was following a formula, “say x when client say y”. She...”Read full review »
DelightfulYam via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/14/21
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“This podcast is interesting on so many levels. If you want to become a better active listener and understand how to receive someone else’s pain in a healthy way, you will learn a lot from bearing witness to these gentle, intelligent therapy sessions. These generous clients who allow their...”Read full review »
HypnoKato via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
02/02/21
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“I love this podcast! It’s real! I get so much understanding of myself from it.”
Gus Pearl via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
01/30/21
“I’m a therapist and I believe this is a realistic glimpse into what happens in therapy. It’s not an exercise in just venting...it takes real skill to identify thought and behavior patterns that aren’t working well, and to slowly and kindly help a person focus on what’s meaningful in their life....”Read full review »
ALlie_ay via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/07/20
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“I get so much out of this podcast. Almost feels like I’m getting a free therapy session. Makes you begin to realize how you’re not really alone when it comes to your internal battles.”
Golden Diamond Bracelets via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/31/20
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“Fascinating & helpful. Something to be gleaned from most every episode. Love Hillary’s empathy & warmth. I’d want her to be my therapist if I lived in BC.”
Emilygatx via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/25/20
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“Special thank you to those who have opened up their lives to us. This podcast beautifully opens the mind and heart to a different perspective all while being as much raw as thoughtful.”
Char Har via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/21/20
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“I can not listen to this, I can’t even listen to what y’all are saying when it sounds like pornography? I love the idea of the podcast I just think the “ooh’s, aaah’s, and other noises” are very unnecessary”
kaattiiiee via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/04/20
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“This is such an important podcast. To hear that others have gone through similar stuff that I have. It's sad but important to know I'm not alone.”Read full review »
do what?? via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/02/20
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“I tried this podcast with trepidation, expecting it to be hokey or some awful reality program. But it feels like psychological truth. The therapist is atuned, insightful and creative and the clients are very very real.”
while doing pilates via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
08/20/20
“I admire the clients/patients for their strengths and willingness to lean in.
Dr.Hillary is asking the questions I seek to be asked so I listen to every episode multiple times and answer the questions myself. I learn to also sit in the feelings.
Thank you.”
Mewskie via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/25/20
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“I’ve learned so many life skills by listening to this podcast. I hear myself in the clients and I internalize Hillary’s kindness as a good voice in my head. I’m healing in part thanks to this pod.”
HardDash via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/10/20
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“Great, great podcast. I love this podcast for so many reasons. It's real - so real. You are a fly on the wall to someone else's experience, and in hearing these incredible, devastating moments, I'm becoming a more empathic and compassionate person. You never know what someone is...”Read full review »
curioussquirrel via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
07/09/20
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“Here to say GO LOUISE GO!!!! Such an inspiring story. Hillary is so delicate yet diligent in her work I leave each episode feeling more inspired. All around a great podcast and a must listen every week!”
Abby-chanblet via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/08/20
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“This podcast is phenomenal. I believe so many of us feel like we’re the only ones who are struggling with “stuff”. To listen to other people be real,be vulnerable fills my heart. This podcast helps me exercise my compassion and empathy muscle. As well as helping me feel not so alone as I work...”Read full review »
Knit Purl Girl via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
07/03/20
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“I can relate to this program”
nasrin42 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
07/03/20
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“Love this podcast, feel like it gives an insight to what therapy sessions are actually like
I’m just wondering why the sessions are so short”
OPL listener via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/02/20
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“Thank you for sharing this. We can all relate to these sessions, and thank you for your insight * love this podcast”
Leelee mom via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
07/01/20
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“A thrilling and satisfying example of our shared humanness. Thank you.”
Simmering Mama via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/30/20
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“I feel like I can relate to a few of these people and hearing them speak up about it makes me feel amazing!”
gjchdgd via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
06/25/20
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“OPP is my new obsession. Dr. Hillary McBride has such a soothing tone and gentle way of working with her patients. The listener is provided insight into the struggles of people from all walks of life. I love hearing Dr. McBride’s analysis of her patients. Highly recommend for anyone interested in...”Read full review »
daisyrose23 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/23/20
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“But I guess that is what it is all about!!!! I love this podcast and sometimes I feel like Hilary is talking to and about me!
BUT - I am soooooo triggered by her tone of voice when she is trying to sound empathetic- it sounds like fake pity to me and really makes me angry- must be something from...”Read full review »
Squealie 98 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/21/20
“An episode about a mother with binge eating and suicidal thoughts had a very jarring ad in the middle for “satisfy your binge with binge-worthy streaming movies” or something like that. Just felt insensitive at the time and turned me off to this show. No fault of the content - more a production...”Read full review »
Jazzglow via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/05/20
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“It takes a lot of courage to go to therapy, but wow, it takes a whole lot more to share sessions with complete strangers. I’ve related to many and even the ones I didn’t necessarily relate to, I really appreciate their stories and experiences. Also, Hillary is amazing and the fact that her...”Read full review »
kaycanvan via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/01/20
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