Harry Potter Therapy

It’s with heavy hearts that we find ourselves at the end our magical Harry Potter adventure. Due to J.K.Rowling’s ignorant stance on Trans rights, and the insatiable corporate greed, we can no longer, in good conscience, continue with the Harry Potter Therapy podcast. We love the Harry Potter universe, we love the fans, and we … Continue reading Mischief Managed The post Mischief Managed first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

S4 Chapter 12: The Triwizard Tournament On this episode of the Harry Potter Therapy Podcast, Dr. Janina Scarlet and host Dustin McGinnis discuss the nature of the thousand-yard stare, why some people might act out after being excluded, and ignored truths behind blind consumption. The post Harry Potter Therapy Season 4 Chapter 12: The Triwizard Tournament first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

S4 Chapter 11: Aboard the Hogwarts Express On this episode of the Harry Potter Therapy Podcast, Dr. Janina Scarlet and host Dustin McGinnis examine chapter 11 of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. They discuss the nature and treatment of aged war veterans, the negative effects of being excluded from secrets, and how bullying... Read more » The post Harry Potter Therapy Season 4 Chapter 11: Aboard the Hogwarts Express first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

S4 Chapter 10: Mayhem at the Ministry On this magical episode, Dr. Scarlet and host Dustin McGinnis discuss the double edged sword that is hand-me-downs, the nature of anticipatory anxiety, the danger of manipulative media, and why it’s so important to not let our loved ones leave until they know just how much we love... Read more » The post Harry Potter Therapy Season 4 Chapter 10: Mayhem at the Ministry first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

S4 Chapter 9: The Dark Mark On this magical episode, Dr. Scarlet and host Dustin McGinnis discuss the anatomy of panic, our emotional response to symbols, and how rejection is possibly one of the worst punishments one can endure. The post Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 4 Chapter 9: The Dark Mark first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

S4 Chapter 8: The Quidditch World Cup On this magical episode, Dr. Scarlet and host Dustin McGinnis attend the Quidditch World Cup. They discuss the magical charm they’d want to cast on themselves, Winky the house-elf and Stockholm Syndrome, and how passion for sports teams can sometimes lead to toxic behavior. The post Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 4 Chapter 8: The Quidditch World Cup first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

S4 Chapter 6: The Portkey & Chapter 7: Bagman & Crouch On our first ever dual chapter episode, Dr. Janina Scarlet and Host Dustin McGinnis discuss why personal character can be a choice, how the obliviation spell is similar to being roofied, and how sometimes the masks we wear hide a much deeper reality. The post Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 4 Chapter 6: The Portkey & Chapter 7: Bagman & Crouch first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

S4 Chapter 5: Weasleys’ Wizard Wheezes On this magical episode, Dr. Janina Scarlet and host Dustin McGinnis discuss how our interests and passions can lead to success, the drawback of parents using the good cop bad cop approach with their children, and how Percy Weasley’s desire for attention backfires. The post Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 4 Chapter 5: Weasleys' Wizard Wheezes first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

S4 Chapter 4: Back to the Burrow Can you feel compassion & sympathy for the Dursley’s? On this magical episode, Dr. Scarlet and host Dustin McGinnis challenge perceptions and discuss how although they are bad people, the Dursley’s have good reason to fear and distrust the magical community. The post Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 4 Chapter 4: Back to the Burrow first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

S4 Chapter 3: The Invitation On this magical episode, Dr. Scarlet and host Dustin McGinnis discuss the effects of the silent treatment, how enabling a child’s behaviors can put parents in a negative spotlight, and how diet culture tends to backfire. The post Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 4 Chapter 3: The Invitation first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

S4 Chapter 2: The Scar On this episode, Dr. Scarlet and host Dustin McGinnis discuss the power dreams, the process of dream rehearsals, and how our trauma triggers can sting. The post Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 4 Chapter 2: The Scar first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

S4 Chapter 1: The Riddle House Join Dr. Janina Scarlet and host Dustin McGinnis as they start book 4, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. On this magical episode they discuss the transition from military veteran back to civilian, how groupthink can overtake rationality, and how Wormtail and Voldemort’s bond is a great example... Read more » The post Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 4 Chapter 1: The Riddle House first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

S3 Chapter 22: Owl Post Again On this magical episode, Dr. Janina Scarlet and Host Dustin McGinnis wrap up Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. In this episode they discuss the nature and effects of gaslighting, how anxiety is actually a superpower, and how those who love us, and that we love, never truly... Read more » The post Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 3 Chapter 22: Owl Post Again first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

S3 Chapter 21: Hermione’s Secret Why is Chocolate so effective in the aftermath of a Dementor Attack? Can we find mental health parallels in the concept of time travel? Can repetition build resilience? In today's podcast, Dr. Janina Scarlet and Host Dustin McGinnis discuss these fascinating subjects and more. The post Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 3 Chapter 21: Hermione's Secret first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

S3 Chapter 20: The Dementor’s Kiss On this episode, Dr. Scarlet and Dustin discuss how Harry and Sirius find love in their shared loss, the jarring effects of emotion jumping, and how Bipolar Personality Disorder (BPD) can reflect some traits of the werewolf condition. The post Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 3 Chapter 20: The Dementor's Kiss first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

S3 Chapter 19: The Servant of Lord Voldemort On this Episode, Dr. Scarlet and host Dustin McGinnis discuss the evolution of vengeance, how some can find peace in their suffering, and imagine how fun it would be to have a new magical detective show starring Crookshanks and Sirius Black called: Crooks & Pads. The post Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 3 Chapter 19: The Servant of Lord Voldemort first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

S3 Chapter 18: Moony, Wormtail, Padfoot, and Prongs On this episode, Dr. Scarlet and host Dustin McGinnis discuss the real-world symbolism found within the werewolf condition, cognitive dissonance, and what animal they would turn into if they were Animagi. The post Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 3 Chapter 18: Moony, Wormtail, Padfoot, and Prongs first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

S3 Chapter 17: Cat, Rat, and Dog On this episode Dr. Scarlet and host Dustin McGinnis discuss the deeper symbolism behind an Animagus, the pros and cons of loyalty, and how to deal with chaos as it grows around us.   The post Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 3 Chapter 17: Cat, Rat, and Dog first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

S3 Chapter 16: Professor Trelawney’s Prediction This week, Dr. Scarlet and Host Dustin Breakdown Book 3 Chapter 16: Professor Trelawney's Prediction. They discuss the true gift of compassion, how often real life wealth influences the outcome of people's lives, and why Harry, Ron, and Hermione are experiencing empathic distress. The post Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 3 Chapter 16: Professor Trelawney's Prediction first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban S3 Chapter 15: The Quidditch Final On this episode, Dr. Janina Scarlet and host Dustin McGinnis discuss how common goals can help cure our differences, the best way to release bottled up emotions, and the negative effects of burnout. The post Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 3 Chapter 15: The Quidditch Final first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban S3 Chapter 14: Snape’s Grudge On this episode, Dr. Janina Scarlet and host Dustin McGinnis discuss the peril of displacing anger towards the innocent, the value of forgiving our friends, and the sad mistreatment of Neville Longbottom. The post Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 3 Chapter 14: Snape’s Grudge first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban S3 Chapter 13: Gryffindor vs. Ravenclaw On this episode, Dr. Janina Scarlet and host Dustin McGinnis discuss being caught in the middle of two friends who are fighting, the urgency response, Harry’s very understandable hyper vigilance, and sexism in sports. The post Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 3 Chapter 13: Gryffindor Versus Ravenclaw first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban S3 Chapter 12: The Patronus On this episode, Dr. Janina Scarlet and Host Dustin McGinnis discuss how Lupin’s condition reflects that of someone who lives with the Aids virus, the psychological significance of the Patronus charm, and the horrific nature of the Dementor’s Kiss.   The post Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 3 Chapter 12: The Patronus first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban S3 Chapter 11: The Firebolt On this episode, Dr. Janina Scarlet and Host Dustin McGinnis discuss the best ways to process grief, how to find meaning in our losses, and explore the nature of insomnia. The post Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 3 Chapter 11: The Firebolt first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban S3 Chapter 10: The Marauder’s Map On this episode, Dr. Janina Scarlet and Host Dustin McGinnis solemnly swear they’re up to no good. They discuss the value of prized possessions, the triggering effect of Dementors, the invasive nature of the Marauder’s Map, and the sting of betrayal. The post Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 3 Chapter 10: The Marauder’s Map first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban S3 Chapter 9: Grim Defeat On this episode, Dr. Janina Scarlet and Host Dustin McGinnis discuss substitute teachers, some possible ways to handle anxiety and fear, how trauma can linger throughout life, and an all new fascinating chapter of Cultural Curiosities about Werewolves. The post Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 3 Chapter 9: Grim Defeat first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban S3 Chapter 8: Flight of the Fat Lady On this episode Dr. Janina Scarlet and Host Dustin McGinnis the negative connotations of fat phobia, how fear can result in a loss of humanity, and how Hagrid is in the formidable grips of the fraud syndrome. The post Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 3 Chapter 8: Flight of the Fat Lady first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban S3 Chapter 7: The Boggart in the Wardrobe On this episode Dr. Scarlet and Host Dustin McGinnis discuss the selfish nature of malingering, Professor Snape’s teaching style vs. Professor Lupin’s, and how laughter can help us face our fears and phobias.   The post Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 3 Chapter 7: The Boggart in the Wardrobe first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban S3 Chapter 6: Talons and Tea Leaves On this episode of Harry Potter Therapy, Dr. Janina Scarlet and Dustin McGinnis examine the chapter “Talons and Tea Leaves.” They discuss Harry’s connection to the Grim, how our minds can some times be unreliable psychics, and how deciphering tea leaves... Read more » The post Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 3 Chapter 6: Talons and Tea Leaves first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban S3 Chapter 5: The Dementor Dementors attack!  Join Dr. Janina Scarlet and Dustin McGinnis for their take on the traumatizing journey of the Hogwarts Express, as Harry, Ron, and Hermione suffer an attack from Dementors of Azkaban! The post Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 3 Chapter 5: The Dementor first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban S3 Chapter 4: The Leaky Cauldron Join Dustin and Dr. Janina Scarlet as they visit the Leaky Cauldron. On this episode they discuss, the freedom to be the magical person you are, the responsibility of power, Hermione’s compassion, and how to tell children the truth. Also, this episode... Read more » The post Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 3 Chapter 4: The Leaky Cauldron first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban S3 Chapter 3: The Knight Bus On this magical episode, Dr. Scarlet and Dustin explore the nature of impulsivity, the reasons why some humans choose to ignore what they see, the influence of illusions, and why the number 13 is viewed as a cursed number. The post Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 3 Chapter 3: The Knight Bus first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban S3 Chapter 2: Aunt Marge’s Big Mistake Is Aunt Marge a Psychopath? How does negative perceptions affect someone’s behavior? How are feelings a form of magic? Find out the answers to these questions and more as Dr. Scarlet and Dustin discuss the Prisoner of Azkaban Chapter 2: Aunt... Read more » The post Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 3 Chapter 2: Aunt Marge's Big Mistake first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban S3 Chapter 1: Owl Post Dr. Scarlet and Dustin are back for the 3rd season of the Harry Potter Therapy Podcast. In this episode they discuss different types of abuse, friendship being Harry greatest source of happiness, and the true horrors of the witch trials. The post Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 3 Chapter 1: Owl Post first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

S2 Chapter 18: Dobby’s Reward On the final episode of season 2, Dr. Scarlet and Dustin discuss the the last chapter of the Chamber of Secrets: Dobby’s Reward. They cover the strength of choices, classism, and how a loved one’s pain and suffering could lead to our own mental health struggles. The post Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 2 Chapter 18: Dobby's Reward first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

S2 Chapter 17: The Heir of Slytherin On this magical episode, Dr. Scarlet and Dustin discuss the power of fighting for our core values, confronting memories no matter how painful, and the healing function of tears. The post Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 2 Chapter 17: The Heir of Slytherin first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

S2 Chapter 16: The Chamber of Secrets Do people in comas hear those who speak to them? How powerful is validation? What happens when a narcissist like Gilderoy Lockhart has their heroism confronted? Dr. Scarlet and Dustin discuss these topics and others on this magical episode.     The post Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 2 Chapter 16: The Chamber of Secrets first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

S2 Chapter 15: Aragog On this magical episode, Dr. Scarlet and Dustin discuss, Ron’s protective quality for his friends, heroism in the shadow of fear, Sentient life in inanimate objects, and Hagrid’s connection with large, misunderstood beasts.   The post Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 2 Chapter 15: Aragog first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

S2 Chapter 14: Cornelius Fudge On this magical episode, Dr. Scarlet and Dustin discuss the effect of traumatic events on students, the shadows of betrayals, and how political pandering causes more harm than good. The post Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 2 Chapter 14: Cornelius Fudge first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

S2 Chapter 13: The Very Secret Diary On this episode, Dr. Scarlet and Dustin discuss the effects of embarrassing displays of affection in public, the predatory undertones of Tom Riddle’s Diary, and the pitfalls of profiling. The post Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 2 Chapter 13: The Very Secret Diary first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

S2 Chapter 12: The Polyjuice Potion On this magical episode, Dr. Scarlet and Dustin discuss how the sorting hat is the last thing you want to approach for reassurance, Harry’s connection to Fawkes the phoenix, and the ramifications of the Polyjuice potion.   The post Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 2 Chapter 12: The Polyjuice Potion first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets S2 Chapter 11: The Duelling Club On this magical episode Dr. Scarlet and Dustin discuss the power of ego, the illusion of confirmation bias, and how desperate moments could reveal unrealized talents. The post Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 2 Chapter 11: The Duelling Club first appeared on Superhero Therapy.