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Episodes

Sep 22, 2021
Sep 22, 2021
22 min
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.

Sep 3, 2021
Sep 3, 2021
19 min
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.

Aug 26, 2021
Aug 26, 2021
15 min
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.

Aug 12, 2021
Aug 12, 2021
24 min
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.

Jul 29, 2021
Jul 29, 2021
16 min
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).

Jul 20, 2021
Jul 20, 2021
20 min
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.

Jul 8, 2021
Jul 8, 2021
20 min
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.

Jun 29, 2021
Jun 29, 2021
27 min
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.

Jun 18, 2021
Jun 18, 2021
23 min
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.

May 17, 2021
May 17, 2021
18 min
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.
