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Dr. Janina Scarlet & Dustin McGinnis discuss the ways clinical psychology and pop culture can help destigmatize mental health disorders, build community, and provide tools to become our own superheroes. www.superhero-therapy.com / Dr. Scarlet: @shadowquill / Dustin McGinnis: @thevaliantgeek

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    • Aug 24, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 34m AVG DURATION
    • 68 EPISODES

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    ST Podcast Ep. 68: Moon Knight

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2022 31:17


    ST Podcast Ep. 68: Moon Knight **MAJOR SPOILERS** On this episode of Superhero Therapy, Dr. Janina Scarlet and host Dustin McGinnis travel deep into the mind and mystery of the Marvel Superhero, Moon Knight. The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 68: Moon Knight first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    ST Podcast Ep. 67: Stranger Things 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2022 48:26


    ST Podcast Ep. 67: Stranger Things 4 **MAJOR SPOILERS** On this episode of the Superhero Therapy podcast, Dr. Janina Scarlet and host Dustin McGinnis turn Stranger Things upside down. They discuss the nature of gaslighting, why music has the power to free our souls, how the upside down can reflect the desolation of depression and … Continue reading Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 67: Stranger Things 4

    ST Podcast Ep. 66: Encanto

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2022 36:57


    ST Podcast Ep. 66: Encanto **MAJOR SPOILERS** In this charmed episode, Dr. Scarlet and host Dustin McGinnis discuss the heart warming movie, Encanto. They discuss the complexity of intergenerational trauma, how pressure can crack our inner and outer foundations, how compassion is one of the greatest gifts on could possess, and how personal differences and … Continue reading Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 66: Encanto The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 66: Encanto first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    ST Podcast Ep. 65: Spider-Man Now Way Home

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2022 29:59


    ST Podcast Ep. 65: Spider-Man Now Way Home **MAJOR SPOILERS** In this episode, Dr. Scarlet and host Dustin McGinnis enter the multi-dimensional thrill ride that is Spider-Man No Way Home. They discuss how compassion is Spider-Man’s strongest power, how crowd energy fuels our spider senses, and how group therapy can open a portal to healing. The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 65: Spider-Man No Way Home first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 64: TED LASSO

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2021 53:26


    ST Podcast Ep. 64: TED LASSO ** MAJOR SPOILERS & EXPLICIT LANGUAGE** Dr. Janina Scarlet and host Dustin McGinnis couldn’t resist dedicating an episode of Superhero Therapy to the charmingly brilliant and mental health rich Apple TV series: TED LASSO. Discussions on this episode include the cycle of abuse, women supporting women, the anatomy of... Read more » The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 64: TED LASSO first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    ST Podcast Ep. 63: The Falcon & the Winter Soldier

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2021 55:19


    ST Podcast Ep. 63: The Falcon & the Winter Soldier The Legacy of Captain America Explored and Unveiled! On the new episode of the Superhero Therapy podcast, Dr. Janina Scarlet and host Dustin McGinnis explore the latest Marvel Masterpiece, The Falcon and the Winter Solder. They discuss the importance of Legacy, Bucky’s drive for redemption,... Read more » The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 63: The Falcon & the Winter Soldier first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    ST Podcast Ep. 62: WandaVision

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2021 53:56


    ST Podcast Ep. 62: WandaVision On this magical episode, Dr. Janina Scarlet and Host Dustin McGinnis take on the reality shattering new Marvel series: WandaVision. The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 62: WandaVision first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    ST Podcast Ep. 61: Cobra Kai

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2021 42:16


    ST Podcast Ep. 61: Cobra Kai On this episode, Dr. Janina Scarlet and Host Dustin McGinnis explore the wisdom and beauty found in Karate Kid spin-of series, Cobra Kai. They discuss the heartwarming feeling of nostalgia, the power of a teacher’s influence, and how redemption is possible for anyone and can provide a path to... Read more » The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 61: Cobra Kai first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    ST Podcast Ep. 60: The Mandalorian

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2021 40:17


    ST Podcast Ep. 60: The Mandalorian Join Dr. Janina Scarlet and Host Dustin McGinnis as they discuss the first ever live-action Star Wars series: The Mandalorian. On this episode the talk about the power of objects, symbols and creeds, the psychology of cute, and how the the great Mandalorian and Jedi purges mirror the horrors... Read more » The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 60: The Mandalorian first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    ST Podcast Ep. 59: The End of Supernatural

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2020 47:54


    ST Podcast Ep. 59: The End of Supernatural After 15 seasons and 327 episodes, Supernatural is coming to an end. Over the years the fan base has grown into the millions and have a become a family, the SPNFamily. Join Dr. Janina Scarlet and host Dustin McGinnis for their first live podcast recorded from The... Read more » The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 59: How to Cope with the Ending of Supernatural first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    ST Podcast Ep. 58: ParaNorman

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2020 21:27


    ST Podcast Ep. 58: ParaNorman On this hauntingly special episode, Dr. Scarlet and Dustin discuss the charmingly endearing movie, ParaNorman. This movie tackles psychological themes in such a beautiful way. Although we’re living in a time full of fear and uncertainty, our fears don’t have to define us or change who we are. Although we... Read more » The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 58: ParaNorman first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    ST Podcast Ep. 57: Monk

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2020 36:37


    ST Podcast Ep. 57: Monk On this episode Dr. Janina Scarlet and Dustin McGinnis talk about the charmingly entertaining TV series: Monk. They discuss complex trauma, exposure therapy, bullying, and the power of love. The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 57: Monk first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    ST Podcast Ep. 56: She-Ra and the Princesses of Power

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2020 31:21


    ST Podcast Ep. 56: She-Ra and the Princesses of Power Join Dr. Scarlet and Dustin as they discuss the wonderfully charming Netflix Re-make of the animation classic, She-Ra. They discuss diversity, representation, body positivity, and how grief can motivate heroes as well as villains. The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 56: She-Ra and the Princesses of Power first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    ST Podcast Ep. 55: We Stand With The Resistance. Black Lives Matter

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2020 42:31


    ST Podcast Ep. 55: We Stand With The Resistance. Black Lives Matter “The opposite of a hero is not a villain. It’s a bystander” -Matt Langdon (Founder of The Hero Construction Company) On this episode, Dr. Scarlet and Dustin discuss and condemn the systematic racism and police brutality ravaging our world. The senseless death of... Read more » The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 55: We Stand With The Resistance. Black Lives Matter first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    ST Podcast Ep. 54: Pop Culture & Diversity with Karama Horne

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2020 41:10


    ST Podcast Ep. 54: Pop Culture & Diversity with Karama Horne On this enlightening episode, Dr. Scarlet and Dustin have a wonderful discussion on the current climate of pop culture diversity and representation with special guest, the Blerdgurl herself, Karama Horne. The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 54: Pop Culture & Diversity with Karama Horne first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    ST Podcast Ep. 53: Greg Weisman

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2020 39:31


    ST Podcast Ep. 53: Greg Weisman On this powerful and personal episode, Dr. Scarlet and Dustin McGinnis are joined by special guest, animation legend, Greg Weisman. Helming some of animation’s greatest hits like Gargoyles, The Spectacular Spider-Man, Star Wars Rebels, and Young Justice, Greg Weisman understands the power of consequences and establishing emotional connection through his... Read more » The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 53: Greg Weisman first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    ST Podcast Ep. 52: Superhero Therapy for First Responders and Health Care Professionals

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2020 31:47


    ST Podcast Ep. 52: Superhero Therapy for First Responders and Health Care Professionals A special tribute episode for the everyday superheroes who have been risking their lives daily to save the world – Health Care Providers and First Responders. The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 52: Superhero Therapy for First Responders and Health Care Professionals first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    ST Podcast Ep. 51: Psychology of Wynonna Earp

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2020 43:06


    ST Podcast Ep. 51: Psychology of Wynonna Earp On this episode, Dr. Scarlet and Dustin are joined by Wynonna Earp creator Beau Smith and illustrator Lora Innes. They discuss diversity within the Wynonna Earp fandom, the power of compassionate action, reconnecting with creativity, and banding together to face the global Covid-19 pandemic. The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 51: Psychology of Wynonna Earp first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    ST Podcast Ep. 50: Chris Rankin and The Magic of Connection

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2020 31:48


    ST Podcast Ep. 50: Chris Rankin and The Magic of Connection On the 50th episode of the Superhero Therapy Podcast, Dr. Scarlet and Dustin are joined by the magically wonderful actor and wizard, Chris Rankin, known for his role as Percy Weasley in the Harry Potter series. This episode covers the pitfalls of isolation, how... Read more » The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 50: Chris Rankin and The Magic of Connection first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    ST Podcast Ep 49: Practicing Mindfulness in the Midst of Chaos

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2020 25:17


    ST Podcast Ep 49: Practicing Mindfulness in the Midst of Chaos On this episode Dr. Scarlet and Dustin discuss mindfulness during Covid-19 and provide basic mindfulness practice skills. The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 49: Practicing Mindfulness in the Midst of Chaos first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    ST Podcast Ep. 48: Embracing our Grief with Rachel Miner

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2020 40:18


    ST Podcast Ep. 48: Embracing our Grief with Rachel Miner On this powerful episode, Dr. Scarlet and Dustin are joined again by the ever-inspiring Rachel Miner. They discuss the joy found within grief, the power of emotions, and embracing our feelings in uncertain times. TRANSCRIPTION BELOW: Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 48: Embracing our Grief with Rachel... Read more » The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 48: Embracing our Grief with Rachel Miner first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    ST Podcast Ep. 47: Games & Social Connection with Dr. Billy San Juan

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2020 31:50


    ST Podcast Ep. 47: Games and Social Connection in the Pandemic Whether you play games or not, you don’t want to miss the new episode of the Superhero Therapy podcast. Dustin and Dr. Scarlet are joined by their good friend, Dr. Billy San Juan. They discuss the value of cultivating social connections and gaming during... Read more » The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 47: Games and Social Connection in the Pandemic first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    ST Podcast Ep. 46: Navigating the Stress of the Pandemic with Dr. Kelly McGonigal

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2020 34:57


    ST Podcast Ep. 46: Navigating the Stress of the Pandemic with Dr. Kelly McGonigal On this wonderfully moving episode, Dr. Scarlet and Dustin are joined by the amazing psychologist, author, and TED speaker: Dr. Kelly McGonigal. Dr. Kelly McGonigal Book Link The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 46: Navigating the Stress of the Pandemic with Dr. Kelly McGonigal first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    ST Podcast Ep. 45: Chase Masterson 

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2020 35:32


    ST Podcast Ep. 45: Chase Masterson On this special episode of the Superhero Therapy Podcast, Dr. Scarlet and Dustin are continuing their stand against the current pandemic. They are joined by the incredible Chase Masterson. You know her from Star Trek and other television shows, but did you know that she is the founder of... Read more » The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 45: Live Long and Prosper with Chase Masterson first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    ST Podcast Ep. 44: How to Face the Pandemic Like a Hunter IRL

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2020 43:56


    ST Podcast Ep. 44: How to Face the Pandemic Like a Hunter IRL On this Episode, Dr. Janina Scarlet and Dustin are joined by special guests Rachel Miner and Ruth Connell to discuss ways to face this pandemic like hunters in real life. We’re all family and we’re all in this together. TRANSCRIPT BELOW: Superhero... Read more » The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 44: How to Face the Pandemic Like a Hunter IRL first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    ST Podcast Ep. 43: Coping with the Coronavirus

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2020 19:27


    ST Podcast Ep. 43: Coping with the Coronavirus In the first video of the Superhero Therapy Podcast, Dr. Scarlet and Dustin McGinnis discuss what’s on everyone’s mind: Covid-19. Stay safe everyone and remember to always be kind. Click the link below to see the video version of this podcast: https://www.patreon.com/posts/35166439 The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 43: Coping with the Coronavirus first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    ST Podcast Ep. 42: Batgirl & Oracle

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2020 47:49


    ST Podcast Ep. 42: Batgirl & Oracle On this episode Dustin and Dr. Scarlet are joined by New York Times bestselling authors Marieke Nijkamp and Sarah Kuhn. The Superhero Therapy team got to discus not one but two new DC Comics YA graphic novels based on Batgirl and Oracle. The two books covered are Shadow of... Read more » The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 42: Batgirl & Oracle first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    ST Podcast Ep. 41: Super-Women

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2020 25:17


    ST Podcast Ep. 41: Super-Women On this episode Dustin interviews Dr. Scarlet and Special guest, Christy Jedigoddess on their new book: Super-Women.   The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 41: Super-Women first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 40: Dark Agents

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2020 40:09


    ST Podcast Ep. 40: Dark Agents Join Dustin in this fun episode as he interviews Dr. Scarlet, and special guest, Vince Alvendia about the upcoming release of Volume 1 in their new graphic novel series: Dark Agents. Get ready to dive into the creative process and learn about this fresh new take on the underworld... Read more » The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 40: Dark Agents first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    ST Podcast Ep. 39: The Rise of Skywalker

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2020 21:53


    ST Podcast Ep. 39: The Rise of Skywalker On this episode, Dr. Scarlet and Dustin geek out on the final film in the Skywalker saga, Episode 9: The Rise of Skywalker. They get into discussions about the power of unity, the bonds of friendship, and the value of choice. If you’re a Star Wars fan,... Read more » The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 39: The Rise of Skywalker first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    ST Podcast Ep. 38: Wonder Woman's Origin Story

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2020 27:45


    On this episode, Dr. Scarlet and Dustin are joined by New York Times Bestselling Authors and power couple Shannon Hale and Dean Hale to discuss their new Wonder Woman origin story. Diana: Princess of the Amazons. This graphic novel is published by DC Zoom and is now available. The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 38: Wonder Woman's Origin Story first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    ST Podcast Ep. 37: V WARS with Jonathan Maberry

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2019 38:05


    On this episode, Dr. Scarlet and Dustin have an insightful conversation with V Wars Creator and Executive Producer Jonathan Maberry. V Wars has spread like a virus and is one of the top ranked shows streaming now. This amazing show addresses powerful topics such as racism, prejudice, trauma, and choices. You don’t want to miss... Read more » The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 37: V WARS with Jonathan Maberry first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    ST Podcast Ep. 36: A Night at the Theater: Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2019 29:04


    ST Podcast Ep. 36: A Night at the Theater: Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Join Dustin and Dr. Scarlet as they share their magical experience watching the award-winning play: Harry Potter and theCursed Child. In this episode they discuss the parental struggles, the pitfalls of changing the past, and how suffering is as natural... Read more » The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 36: A Night at the Theater: Harry Potter and the Cursed Child first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    ST Podcast Ep. 35: Joe Gatto and the Psychology of Comedy

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2019 25:23


    ST Podcast Ep. 35: Joe Gatto and the Psychology of Comedy You don’t want to miss this laughter-filled episode where Dr. Scarlet and Dustin are joined by the wonderfully funny, Joe Gatto from the hit comedy shows Impractical Jokers and The Misery Index. On this episode they discuss standing up to bullying through laughter, kindness,... Read more » The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 35: Joe Gatto and the Psychology of Comedy first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    ST Podcast Ep. 34: Veronica Mars

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2019 38:08


    ST Podcast Ep. 34: Veronica Mars Join Dustin and Dr. Scarlet as they discuss the psychologically rich TV Series: Veronica Mars. They talk about strength in adversity, resilience, post traumatic growth, and vulnerability in coping with grief and trauma. The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 34: Veronica Mars first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    ST Podcast Ep. 33: Good Omens

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2019 28:09


    ST Podcast Ep. 33: Good Omens Join Dustin and Dr. Scarlet as they discuss the ineffably wonderful mini’s series, Good Omens. In this episode they discuss the psychology of good vs. evil, God’s portrayal as a woman, and how disregarding differences can lead to the most beautiful of friendships. The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 33: Good Omens first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    ST Podcast Ep. 32: Psychology of Cult TV SDCC Panel 2019

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2019 60:38


    ST Podcast Ep. 32: Psychology of Cult TV SDCC Panel 2019 Are you struggling about the upcoming ending of your favorite TV shows? Do you feel connected to certain TV shows’ stories and characters? So do these panelists! This team of actors, TV writers, and psychologists will discuss the psychology of your favorite TV shows,... Read more » The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 32: Psychology of Cult TV Panel SDCC 2019 first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    ST Podcast Ep. 31: Spider-Man Far From Home

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2019 20:31


    ST Podcast Ep. 31: Spider-Man Far From Home Join Dustin and Dr. Scarlet as they discuss the Spider-Man Far From Home. They talk about the correlation between the “blipping” event to how service members might feel returning home from deployment. They also discuss the psychology behind perception, illusion, and putting pressure on teenagers. The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 31: Spider-Man Far From Home first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    ST Podcast Ep. 30: Return to Stranger Things

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2019 32:33


    ST Therapy Ep. 30: Return to Stranger Things Join Dr. Scarlet and Dustin McGinnis as they discuss the psychology behind the wonderfully entertaining 3rd season of Stranger Things. In this episode they discuss the pitfalls of parenting, stereotypes, and the pleasure of watching heroic nerds save the day. The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 30: Stranger Things 3 first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    ST Podcast Ep. 29: Star Wars Galaxy's Edge

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2019 22:38


    ST Podcast Ep. 29: Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge Join Dr. Scarlet and Dustin as they discuss their adventure to a galaxy far far away. They talk about nostalgia and finding real connections in fictional worlds. The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 29: Star Wars Galaxy's Edge first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    ST Podcast Ep. 28: Therapy Quest

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2019 29:16


    ST Podcast Ep. 28: Therapy Quest Dr. Scarlet’s new book, Therapy Quest is now available in the US. Join Dustin and Dr. Scarlet as they discuss this unique self-help book and explain why you are the chosen one. Enjoy your quest! The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 28: Therapy Quest first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

    ST Podcast Ep. 27: Catwoman's Origin

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2019 24:10


    ST Podcast Ep. 27: Catwoman’s Origin In honor of Mental Health Awareness month Dr. Scarlet and Dustin interview New York Times bestselling author, Lauren Myracle and discuss her new Graphic Novel, Under the Moon: A Catwoman Tale. The post Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 27: Psychology of Catwoman's Origin first appeared on Superhero Therapy.

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