Harry Potter 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.

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 of a codependent relationship.

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 leave us.

Thank you so much for joining us on this adventure. Coming soon: Harry Potter Therapy Season 4: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire.

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.

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 the werewolf condition can reflect the trauma and suffering of those with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD).

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.

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.

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.

S3 Chapter 16: Professor Trelawney’s Prediction

This week, Dr. Scarlet and Host Dustin McGinnis 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.

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.