S2 Chapter 15: Aragog
On this magical episode, Dr. Scarlet and Dustin discuss, Ron’s protective quality for his friends, heroism in the shadow of fear, Sentient life in inanimate objects, and Hagrid’s connection with large, misunderstood beasts.
Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 2 Chapter 14: Cornelius Fudge
S2 Chapter 14: Cornelius Fudge
On this magical episode, Dr. Scarlet and Dustin discuss the effect of traumatic events on students, the shadows of betrayals, and how political pandering causes more harm than good.
Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 54: Pop Culture & Diversity with Karama Horne
ST Podcast Ep. 54: Pop Culture & Diversity with Karama Horne
On this enlightening episode, Dr. Scarlet and Dustin have a wonderful discussion on the current climate of pop culture diversity and representation with special guest, the Blerdgurl herself, Karama Horne.
Dark Agents in a Peer Reviewed Publication
Check out this peer review article about Dr. Scarlet’s new graphic novel, Dark Agents, from the Journal of Youth and Adolescence by Dr. Chris Fradkin.
Dr. Scarlet was a Special Guest on the MHNR Podcast
Dr. Scarlet was honored to be interviewed by the Mental Health News Radio about Dark Agents and about how graphic novels and our connections with pop culture can help young adults cope with their Mental Health Struggles.
Dr. Scarlet Interviewed by The Orange County Register
Dr. Scarlet was honored to be interviewed about Dark Agents by the OCR. This article wonderful illustrates the power of healing through our connection with pop culture and entertainment.
Dr. Scarlet joins the Guardians MH Podcast
Dr. Scarlet was honored to be a guest on the Guardians MH (Guardians of Mental Health) podcast. They discuss mental health awareness and Harry Potter Therapy.
Harry Potter Therapy Podcast Season 2 Chapter 13: The Very Secret Diary
S2 Chapter 13: The Very Secret Diary
On this episode, Dr. Scarlet and Dustin discuss the effects of embarrassing displays of affection in public, the predatory undertones of Tom Riddle’s Diary, and the pitfalls of profiling.
WonderCon@Home: Mental Health and the Power of Comics Featuring “Dark Agents”
Mental Health and the Power of Comics Featuring “Dark Agents”- Janina Scarlet, Ph.D. (author; Superhero Therapy, Dark Agents Book I) and Vince Alvendia (artist; Harry Potter Therapy, Dark Agents) discuss their new graphic novel, Dark Agents Book I: Violet and the Trial of Trauma and the impact of comics as a mental health tool for therapy and healing. Joining the discussion are Harpreet Malla, Ph.D.(registered psychologist) and Chase Masterson (actor; Star Trek: Deep Space Nine). The panel is moderated by Dustin McGinnis (songwriter and musician).
WonderCon@Home: Psychology of Cult TV Panel 2020
Psychology of Cult TV Shows and How to Cope with the Ending of a Series. From Supernatural to Arrow, and Agents of SHIELD, the ending of our favorite TV shows and characters can be experienced as a painful loss. This panel will focus on how we can celebrate our beloved fandoms and find support even as our favorite series come to an end. Join psychologists Dr. Janina Scarlet (Dark Agents; Supernatural Therapy), Dr. Billy San Juan (Doctor Who Psychology; California Screamin’), as well as actors Austin Basis (Supernatural) and Rachel Minder (Supernatural), and writers Deric Hughes (Arrow, Flash), Jonathan Maberry (VWars; Black Panther), and Jenna Busch (Womanthology; Supernatural Therapy) as they discuss the mental health benefits of your favorite TV shows and how we can cope with the series finale. Dustin McGinnis (Superhero Therapy podcast) moderates.