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Distorted

Hosted by Leonard V. Nasca, LCSW, this podcast answers common questions about behavioral health - specifically how cognitive distortions play on the words we use, the thoughts we have, and ultimately how we behave and emote. Lenny will share his insights on cognitive distortions and feature special guest speakers. This podcast is designed to help guide you through difficult concepts and encourage you to seek support through both faith and practical mental health strategies.Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/diRumble: https://rumble.com/user/DistortedPodcast?e9s=src_v1_cbl

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  1. 36

    Fear of Trust

    This week, Lenny discusses how our fears play into hesitancy to trust others/self and the potential fallout from not trusting.

  2. 35

    Emotional Resistance

    This week, Lenny is joined by Sonja Sollenberger, PhD, to discuss reasons why you may be emotionally resistant to change in a therapeutic or interpersonal relationship.

  3. 34

    Law, Grace, and Self-Regulation

    This week, Lenny is joined by Sonja Sollenberger, PhD, to discuss Grace as a pathway to self-regulation versus the deregulation that comes from following the law.

  4. 33

    AI Distortions

    This week, Lenny discusses the possible dangers and the distortions related to interacting with AI.

  5. 32

    Self-Harm & Suicide

    This week, Lenny discusses the serious issue of self-harm and suicide.

  6. 31

    Pornography Distortions

    This week, Lenny discusses the negative effects of pornography and the distortions around it.

  7. 30

    OCD vs. Perfectionism Distortions

    This week, Lenny is joined by Sonja Sollenberger, PhD, to discuss differences and similarities between OCPD and perfectionism; and the distortions connected to both.References:- https://www.sciencenewstoday.org/the-psychology-of-procrastination-its-not-about-laziness-its-fear- https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/conquer-the-clutter/202006/procrastination-101-self-protective-mechanism?msockid=35538158f18864d8277c973bf07d651f- https://iocdf.org/about-ocd/treatment/erp/- https://integrativehealthmn.com/a-step-by-step-guide-to-exposure-and-response-prevention/- https://www.treatmyocd.com/what-is-ocd/what-is-erp#HowtostartERPtherapy- https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6935308/- https://www.verywellmind.com/signs-you-may-be-a-perfectionist-3145233#toc-having-unrealistic-standards- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/books/NBK553162/- https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/obsessive-compulsive-disorder-when-unwanted-thoughts-or-repetitive-behaviors-take-over

  8. 29

    Personalization Distortions

    This week, Lenny is joined by Sonja Sollenberger, PhD, to discuss distortions related to personalizing neutral interpersonal communication as negative or perceived judgement toward self.

  9. 28

    Codependent Properties Part 2

    This week, Lenny is joined by Sonja Sollenberger, PhD, to discuss codependency attributes.

  10. 27

    Image and Beauty Distortions

    This week, Lenny is joined by Sonja Sollenberger, PhD, to discuss the nature of false interpersonal presentation and the distortions that may come with it; emphasizing social structure and media.

  11. 26

    Emotional Hoarding

    This week, Lenny welcomes author Laurie Davies to the podcast to discuss her new book “Emotional Hoarding.”

  12. 25

    Stress Distortions

    This week, Lenny discusses symptoms of stress and stress management.

  13. 24

    Self-Esteem Distortions

    This week, Lenny discusses some of the distortions around self-esteem and its formation.

  14. 23

    Dating Distortions

    This week Lenny discusses typical interpersonal dating distortions.

  15. 22

    Relationship Transference

    This week, Lenny is joined by Kailey Shelburn, LAC, for discussion about relationships and how we may transfer attributes from one to another.

  16. 21

    Self-Diagnosis Distortions

    This week Lenny discusses distortions and problems that may arise when seeking self-diagnosis via the internet and social media.

  17. 20

    Depression

    This week, Lenny is joined by Sonja Sollenberger, PhD, to talk about depression.

  18. 19

    Suffering Avoidant

    This week Lenny discusses interpersonal suffering and the many dynamics involved in the difficulty of navigating it.

  19. 18

    After the Holidays

    This week, Lenny discusses the disruption of routine after the holidays.

  20. 17

    Stages of Change

    This week, Lenny discusses the Stages of Change Model.

  21. 16

    Control Distortions

    This week, Lenny discusses control distortions.

  22. 15

    Emotional Distortions

    This week, Lenny discusses emotional distortions.

  23. 14

    Interpersonal Distortions

    This week, Lenny is joined by Sonja Sollenberger, PhD, to talk about interpersonal distortions.

  24. 13

    Fear-Based Distortions

    This week, Lenny is joined by Sonja Sollenberger, PhD, to talk about fear-based distortions.

  25. 12

    Family Dynamics

    This week, Lenny is joined by Ashley Kelly for discussion about family dynamics.

  26. 11

    Boundaries

    This week, Lenny is joined by Ashley Kelly for discussion about interpersonal boundaries.

  27. 10

    Rational vs. Rationalizing

    This week, Lenny discusses the differences between a rational thinking process and rationalizing.

  28. 9

    Trauma and EMDR

    This week, Lenny is joined by Kailey Shelburn, LAC, for discussion about Trauma and EMDR.

  29. 8

    A Pathway to Surrender

    This week, Lenny discusses a pathway through thought and emotion towards surrender.

  30. 7

    Codependent Properties

    This week, Lenny is joined by Ashley Kelly for discussion about codependency and how it presents in relationships.

  31. 6

    Distortions about Motherhood

    This week, Lenny is joined by Ashley Kelly to talk about the stress attached to postpartum and early motherhood.

  32. 5

    Who's in the Pews?

    This week, Lenny is joined by Sonja Sollenberger, PhD, to talk about how gender may affect church attendance.

  33. 4

    Effectiveness of Therapy

    This week, Lenny discusses concerns about the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions with guest Sonja Sollenberger, PhD.

  34. 3

    Anxiety

    This week, Lenny is joined by Sonja Sollenberger, PhD, to talk about anxiety.

  35. 2

    Eyes on Him

    This week Lenny shares what he believes is one of the great distortions of our world.

  36. 1

    Distortions in Communication

    This week, Lenny is joined by Sonja Sollenberger, PhD, to talk about thought and speech distortions.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Hosted by Leonard V. Nasca, LCSW, this podcast answers common questions about behavioral health - specifically how cognitive distortions play on the words we use, the thoughts we have, and ultimately how we behave and emote. Lenny will share his insights on cognitive distortions and feature special guest speakers. This podcast is designed to help guide you through difficult concepts and encourage you to seek support through both faith and practical mental health strategies.Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/diRumble: https://rumble.com/user/DistortedPodcast?e9s=src_v1_cbl

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