The Wisdom Centre has engaged Dr. McBride for a 2-part event, to take place on January 25/26, 2026. It includes a public lecture with livestream to be held on the evening of Sunday, January 25, and a professionally oriented workshop to be held on Monday, January 26, 2026. This will allow the material to be available both to those who have suffered spiritual harm and looking for a path to healing through the lecture, and to professionals who work with individuals who have experienced spiritual trauma. The workshop will include research, clinical practices, and in-depth material, and will be suitable for CE requirements. It is intended for clergy, spiritual care workers and chaplains, as well as counsellors and psychologists. This direction was chosen in consultation with members of these communities.

Dr. Hillary McBride is a Canadian therapist, researcher, speaker and writer. Her most recent book, Holy Hurt: Understanding Spiritual Trauma and the Process of Healing – (2025) draws on clinical research, trauma literature, experts, and first-person accounts to address the impact of spiritual trauma and healing and invites the reader into healing. The book is also a helpful tool for those seeking to develop healthier church environments and prevent abuse.

McBride holds a PhD in Counselling Psychology from the University of British Columbia, as well as Masters of Arts in Counselling Psychology. She is a Registered Psychologist (R.Psych.) in good standing with the College of Psychologists of BC, and a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors. Her specialities include areas of trauma, eating disorders, body image, and marriage and relationship therapy, perinatal mental health, and psychedelic integration.

More details to come.