ST Podcast Ep. 67: Stranger Things 4
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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 trauma, and the healing power of love and friendship.
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Dr. Scarlet’s collaboration with the Pop Culture Hero Coalition, SuperKids, has been featured as a suggested resource in Cancer Today Magazine. This wonderful activity book is an amazing resource that engages children and helps them find strength in their health struggles.
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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.
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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.
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ST Podcast Ep. 65: Spider-Man No Way Home
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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.
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Dr. Scarlet was honored to be the mental health consultant for DC’s Young Justice. Check out the new season of Young Justice on HBO Max.
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Have you ever been told to “get over it,” or “look on the bright side,” or “it could’ve been worse,” or that the person you’re grieving “wouldn’t want you to feel this way?” Join Dr. Scarlet as she explains what she calls “Ableist Oppression” and how well intentioned friends and family can unintentionally become an oppressor to people going through a trauma or mental illness. Feelings are meant to be felt, that’s why they’re called feelings. Our emotions are the source of our superpowers, It’s time for a mental health rebellion. Will you join her?
Dr. Scarlet was thrilled to be interviewed by News 8 about her new book and how our emotions can be our greatest strength.
Dr. Scarlet was honored to be interviewed by The Newshouse on why people have been Turing to fandoms to cope with the Covid-19 pandemic.
Dr Scarlet had a great time on the Capes on the Couch podcast as they discuss Black Widow and Superhero Therapy.
