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.
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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.
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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.
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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).
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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.
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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.
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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.
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We’re so excited to announce that the Harry Potter Therapy Podcast has reached 100k downloads. Thank you so much to all our magical listeners out there! We love and appreciate each and every one of you.
To celebrate this exciting milestone we are giving away 10 FREE copies of Dr. Scarlet’s book, “Harry Potter Therapy,” which can be personally signed to you (U.S. only), as well as a FREE Hera dragopurr emotional support plushie.
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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.
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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.
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