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On the Convos From The Couch podcast, you’ll hear engaging, informative conversations with leading mental health care professionals that will help guide you on your journey to leading a healthier, more fulfilling life.

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LATEST EPISODE

June 24, 2026

with Jerry Lawson, M.A. LPC/MHSP, LMHCQS, NCC

LATEST EPISODE

LGBTQ+

What It Really Means to Be an LGBTQ+ Ally

As we recognize Pride month, Tennessee-based therapist Jerry Lawson joins us to explore what it truly means to be an ally to the LGBTQ+ community. Drawing from both personal experience and clinical perspective, Jerry shares how connection, empathy, and presence can make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. Together, we discuss why allyship matters, the real impact of loneliness...

Featured Episodes

EPISODE 174 / March 28, 2025

with Joseph Fondriest, MD and Robert Herman, MD

Psychiatry

Bipolar Disorder: A Dialogue with Psychiatric Experts – Podcast

In honor of World Bipolar Day, host Nicholette Leanza sits down with psychiatrists Dr. Robert Herman and Dr. Joe Foundriest to explore the complexities of Bipolar disorder. Dr. Herman shares how personal experiences shaped his passion for the field, his research on Lamotrigine, and his work with the International Society for Bipolar Disorders. Dr. Foundriest provides insights into the psychodynamics of the...

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EPISODE 172 / March 18, 2025

Photo of Episode Guest Dr. Aaliyah Gibbons

with Dr. Aaliyah Gibbons

Personality Disorders

Borderline Personality Disorder: Debunking Myths and Navigating Treatment – Podcast

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is one of the most misunderstood mental health conditions, often surrounded by myths and stigma. In this episode of Convos from the Couch, host Nicholette Leanza sits down with psychologist Dr. Aaliyah Gibbons to break down the truth about BPD, its connection to trauma, and how it’s often misrepresented. Dr. Gibbons...

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EPISODE 177 / April 14, 2025

Photo of Episode Guest Leanna Stockard, MA, LMFT

with Leanna Stockard, MA, LMFT

Self-Help & Wellness

The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health – Podcast

Host Nicholette Leanza sits down with LifeStance therapist Leanna Stockard to unpack the complex relationship between social media and mental health. Leanna explores how social media can both normalize conversations about mental health and contribute to challenges like misinformation and self-diagnosis. They dive into:How online stories can reduce stigma. The risks of overusing terms like “narcissism” or...

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Therapy

Helping Kids Deal with Grief – Podcast

LifeStance provider Jae Swanson explores how grief shows up in children, navigating the grief process for adolescents and how to help kids deal with grief and loss. Nicholette Leanza: Welcome to Convos from the Couch from LifeStance Health. For each episode, you’ll hear engaging and informative conversations with leading mental health professionals that will help...

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Self-Help & Wellness

Understanding the Gender Continuum – Podcast

Jae Swanson joins us to discuss the the topic of Understanding the Gender Continuum. Listen as we discuss gender expression, the importance of using the correct pronouns and how to be supportive of one’s gender identify. Nikki Leanza: Welcome to Convos from the Couch from LifeStance Health, where each episode, you’ll hear engaging and informative conversations with leading mental...

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Self-Help & Wellness

Creating a Healthy Workplace – Podcast

Tianna Rooney & Tara Freni join Nicholette in discussing ways to build a positive environment at work, creating core values and cultivating positive relationships with coworkers. Nicholette Leanza: Welcome to Convos from the Couch from LifeStance Health, where each episode, you’ll hear engaging formative conversations with leading mental health professionals that will help guide you...

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Therapy

Therapists are People Too – Podcast

Despite popular belief, therapists aren’t perfect; they feel, live, laugh and cry just like everybody else. LifeStance provider Melinda Zappone shares how clinicians can avoid burnout via unlocking the personal growth that can come out of acknowledging compassion fatigue, countertransference, and vicarious trauma. Nicholette Leanza: Welcome to Convos from the Couch from LifeStance Health. For...

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Self-Help & Wellness

Tips for Students, Teachers & Parents for a Successful School Year – Podcast

Kevin Foley helps us navigate the Back to School season by sharing tips for teachers, parents and students. Nicholette Leanza: Welcome to Convos from the Couch from LifeStance Health, where each episode you’ll hear engaging and informative conversations with leading mental health professionals that will help guide you on your journey to leading a healthier,...

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Self-Help & Wellness

Mental Health and the African American & Black Community – Podcast

Dr. Tiffany Truesdale joins us on the topic of Mental Health & the African American & Black community as we recognize Minority Mental Health month. Nicholette Leanza: Welcome to Convos from the Couch from LifeStance Health, where each episode, you’ll hear engaging and informative conversations with leading mental health professionals that will help guide you on your...

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Personality Disorders

Understanding Narcissistic Personality Disorder – Podcast

LifeStance Health provider Jami Shanes breaks down the signs of Narcissistic Personality Disorder, Narcissistic traits and the factors that may lead to this personality disorder. Learn more about Personality Disorders

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Self-Help & Wellness

The Importance of Self-Care – Podcast

Erin Richardson, LPC joins us to discuss the Importance of Self-Care, boundaries and how we show respect for ourselves and others. Nicholette Leanza: Welcome to Convos from the Couch from Lifestance Health, where each episode you’ll hear engaging and formative conversations with leading mental health professionals that will help guide you on your journey to...

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Psychiatry | Therapy

What is an Intensive Outpatient Program? – Podcast

LifeStance Health provider Bryan Manning breaks down intensive outpatient therapy. Considered a higher level of care than individual therapy, an intensive outpatient program helps clients feel less alone and breaks down the stigma of mental illness. Learn more about Intensive Outpatient Therapy Nicholette Leanza: Welcome to Convos from the Couch, from LifeStance Health. For each episode,...

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MEET THE HOST

Nicholette Leanza, M.Ed, LPCC

Nicholette possesses nearly 30 years of experience working with individuals to improve their lives through thought-provoking and creative therapy techniques. She is a licensed professional clinical counselor and an award-winning university instructor with several media interviews related to psychological health and well-being.