Uploaded June 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Many young people struggle with feelings of loneliness and disconnection and, as a result, struggle to confide in other people. However, many young people find an emotional connection in fictional characters, such as Batman, Wonder Woman, Harry Potter, and Avengers. Learn how to help clients manage their feelings using pop culture as a guide.

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Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
1:46 Origin Story
10:02 Trauma in Therapy
14:46 What is Superhero Therapy
16:56 Loneliness and Health
22:20 Social Connectedness
26:24 Understanding Trauma and Case Study
35:18 Creating Social Connection
36:40 Exposure Therapy and Case Study
39:41 Burnout Prevention
41:30 Superhero Therapy in Practice
58:00 Q&A