It’s with heavy hearts that we find ourselves at the end our magical Harry Potter adventure. Due to J.K.Rowling’s ignorant stance on Trans rights, and the insatiable corporate greed, we can no longer, in good conscience, continue with the Harry Potter Therapy podcast. We love the Harry Potter universe, we love the fans, and we … Continue reading Mischief Managed

S4 Chapter 12: The Triwizard Tournament On this episode of the Harry Potter Therapy Podcast, Dr. Janina Scarlet and host Dustin McGinnis discuss the nature of the thousand-yard stare, why some people might act out after being excluded, and ignored truths behind blind consumption.

S4 Chapter 11: Aboard the Hogwarts Express On this episode of the Harry Potter Therapy Podcast, Dr. Janina Scarlet and host Dustin McGinnis examine chapter 11 of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. They discuss the nature and treatment of aged war veterans, the negative effects of being excluded from secrets, and how bullying … Continue reading Harry Potter Therapy Season 4 Chapter 11: Aboard the Hogwarts Express

S4 Chapter 10: Mayhem at the Ministry On this magical episode, Dr. Scarlet and host Dustin McGinnis discuss the double edged sword that is hand-me-downs, the nature of anticipatory anxiety, the danger of manipulative media, and why it’s so important to not let our loved ones leave until they know just how much we love … Continue reading Harry Potter Therapy Season 4 Chapter 10: Mayhem at the Ministry

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.

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.

S4 Chapter 6: The Portkey & Chapter 7: Bagman & Crouch On our first ever dual chapter episode, Dr. Janina Scarlet and Host Dustin McGinnis discuss why personal character can be a choice, how the obliviation spell is similar to being roofied, and how sometimes the masks we wear hide a much deeper reality.

S4 Chapter 5: Weasleys’ Wizard Wheezes On this magical episode, Dr. Janina Scarlet and host Dustin McGinnis discuss how our interests and passions can lead to success, the drawback of parents using the good cop bad cop approach with their children, and how Percy Weasley’s desire for attention backfires.

S4 Chapter 4: Back to the Burrow Can you feel compassion & sympathy for the Dursley’s? On this magical episode, Dr. Scarlet and host Dustin McGinnis challenge perceptions and discuss how although they are bad people, the Dursley’s have good reason to fear and distrust the magical community.

S4 Chapter 3: The Invitation On this magical episode, Dr. Scarlet and host Dustin McGinnis discuss the effects of the silent treatment, how enabling a child’s behaviors can put parents in a negative spotlight, and how diet culture tends to backfire.

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 … Continue reading Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 4 Chapter 1: The Riddle House

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 … Continue reading Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 3 Chapter 22: Owl Post Again

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.