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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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Finding Hope: Bethany McClenahan’s Journey with NAMI and LifeStance Health
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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...

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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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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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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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Mood Disorders | Therapy

Finding Hope: Bethany McClenahan’s Journey with NAMI and LifeStance Health

Bethany McClenahan, President of the Board of Directors for NAMI Greater Kansas City and a practice group manager at LifeStance Health opens up about her personal journey living with mental health conditions and the ways she has turned that experience into impact through both her professional and volunteer roles. She shares NAMI’s mission to foster mental wellness,...
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Relationship / Dating | Therapy

Balancing Life with Love, Connection, Warmth, and Whimsy

Therapist Isabella Lombardo joins us to explore her therapeutic philosophy rooted in love, connection, warmth, and whimsy. She reflects on her path through different mental health settings, the role of balance in relationships and daily life, and why we need more than just survival to truly thrive. Isabella also shares how these principles can help address burnout,...
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Relationship / Dating

Emotional Connections: AI Chatbots and Human Relationships

Why are so many people developing emotional attachments to AI? In this episode, we dig into the surprising drivers—like loneliness, curiosity, and even the comfort of psychological safety. We try out a live interaction with Google’s Gemini AI to see these dynamics in action. We’ll unpack both the upsides and the pitfalls of these connections,...
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Psychiatry | Therapy

Suicide Prevention and Safety Planning

Suicide is a leading cause of death worldwide, affecting individuals and families across all walks of life. Therapist Jennifer Hudson shares practical insights on how to approach conversations about suicide with empathy and clarity, including how to assess risk factors like intent, plan, and means. She emphasizes the importance of peer support, setting realistic boundaries, and knowing...
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Therapy

Navigating Gender Bias: Male Provider Myths

LifeStance therapists Wojciech Seweryn, Ricky Esposito Jr and Jasper Waite join us on this episode to tackle some of the most common myths about male providers in mental health. The conversation explores unconscious biases that often influence a preference for female therapists, along with stereotypes that male therapists may be less empathetic or warm. Wojciech, Ricky, and Jasper share how...
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Self-Help & Wellness

Unveiling Gen Z’s Coping Strategies

Join us as we dive into Gen Z coping strategies with host Nicholete Leanza and therapist, professor, and mom Sarah Yanosy. We explore the unique ways this generation handles stress—whether it’s “bathroom camping” between classes, grabbing a Diet Coke for a quick reset, living in cozy clothes, sweating it out at the gym, taking late-night drives...
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Psychiatry

Little Brains, Big Potential: Why Early Mental Health Matters

In this episode, we chat with nurse practitioner Nicole Buatala about a topic that’s as important as it is often overlooked—your child’s mental health, starting from day one. With over two decades of nursing experience and a specialty in caring for the tiniest patients, Nicole shares her passion for helping little ones grow emotionally as well as physically....
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Self-Help & Wellness

Labubus and Beyond: How Collectibles May Support Mental Health

What do collectible dolls have to do with mental health? Join us as we unwrap the fascination behind Labubu dolls and more. From the rush of the “gotcha” surprise to the comfort they bring during stressful times, Labubu dolls are sparking joy, building friendships, and creating global communities. The panel, including LifeStance providers Dr. Natalie Grandy, Isabella...
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Relationship / Dating | Therapy

Finding Happiness from Within

Therapist Lauren Corsillo joins us for a heartful conversation about the science—and personal journey—behind happiness.  We dive into the core ideas of positive psychology, exploring what truly contributes to lasting happiness: meaningful relationships, autonomy, optimism, and staying present. Lauren dispels common myths—like the idea that happiness comes from external achievements—and offers simple, practical tools to build joy...
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Nicholette Leanza, M.Ed, LPCC

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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.

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