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The Skeptical ShamanNarcissistic Abuse-- and How to Spot it!, with Vanessa Reiser, LCSWIn this episode of The Skeptical Shaman podcast, host Rachel White (of TOTEM Readings), chats with the incredible Vanessa Reiser: licensed clinical social worker, narcissistic abuse survivor and author of the incredible new book Narcissistic Abuse: A Therapist’s Guide to Identifying, Escaping, and Healing from Toxic and Manipulative People.Vanessa is the human embodiment of the phrase: "New levels, new devils", having been shot into the world of narcissistic abuse-- and helping others in healing from it-- after a terribly abusive romantic relationship with a...drumroll please...NARCISSIST!Vanessa is the best-- and we we...2025-04-1955 min
The Skeptical ShamanNarcissistic Abuse-- and How to Spot it!, with Vanessa Reiser, LCSWNow unlocked for all subscribers— and available on Apple, Spotify, or anywhere else you get your podcasts. Please note: this is our last episode of Season 7, which kicked off in January of this year. So, that gives you four months of great content to dive into and catch up on before we launch Season 8— offering, of course, early previews for paid subscribers here on Substack!Thank you all for your support— and for the paid subscriptions that make what we do at TOTEM and The Skeptical Shaman possible! While our podcast is free to listen to, it’s NOT fr...2025-04-1655 min
Trauma UndoneTruth, Trauma & Recovery: Why Narcissists Don’t Change w/ Vanessa ReiserIn this episode of Trauma Undone, Natasha June sits down with therapist and DV advocate Vanessa Reiser, best known for running across three states in a wedding dress to raise awareness about narcissistic abuse. Vanessa dives deep into the hidden tactics of psychological manipulators, how to recognize covert abuse, and what true healing looks like. With years of clinical experience and a passion for advocacy, Vanessa shares practical tools for survivors to reclaim their power and protect themselves—emotionally, legally, and mentally. 🧠 Narcissistic abuse is a pattern, not a momentLove bombing, gaslighting, and silent...2025-04-0151 min
Ivory Tower Boiler RoomIdentifying, Escaping, and Healing from Toxic and Manipulative People with Vanessa Reiser (a Narcissistic Abuse and Cult Expert)Watch/Listen to this and all episodes ad free by joining the ITBR Patreon and get a free trial for the ITBR Professor level! patreon.com/ivorytowerboilerroom Vanessa M. Reiser, a licensed clinical social worker, enters the ITBR to talk about her book Narcissistic Abuse: A Therapist's Guide to Identifying, Escaping, and Healing from Toxic and Manipulative People. Vanessa discusses the typical behaviors and thought patterns of narcissists, including their inability to handle criticism, their tendency to retaliate, and their desire for constant attention and validation. She advises on strategies for identifying and protecting oneself from narcissistic abuse.She explains how narcissistic traits can enable success...2025-03-0453 min
Sisters Uncensored PodcastVanessa Reiser Ran 285 Miles in a Wedding Dress to Raise Awareness for Narcissistic AbuseEver felt trapped in a toxic relationship? Vanessa Reiser gets it—and she didn’t just walk away and move on… she ran 285 miles across New York to raise awareness for narcissistic abuse. Now, she’s talking about how to move forward, sharing what she’s learned, and breaking down the red flags you need to watch for.Since then, she’s been using her voice to help survivors take their power back. She even wrote a book called "Narcissistic Abuse: A Therapist’s Guide to Identifying, Escaping, and Healing from Toxic and Manipulative People” to give people the tools...2025-02-1937 min
From Now OnTHE NARCISSIST: Trapped in a cult of oneWhat does it mean to be in and escape a “cult of one”? How can we change the conversation around narcissistic abuse to support survivors and break the cycle of harm?In this episode, Lisa welcomes Vanessa Reiser, a therapist, survivor, and author of Narcissistic Abuse: A Therapist’s Guide to Identifying, Escaping, and Healing from Toxic and Manipulative People. Together, they confront the devastating realities of narcissistic abuse, detail the Tell a Therapist’s Hierarchy of Restoration and the steps survivors need to take when trying to break free.Vanessa shares her groundbreaking insights on the p...2025-01-091h 09
Drinking With GinTherapist Vanessa Reiser Educates On Narcissists & Cult LeadersAs a psychotherapist, Vanessa has extensive experience with narcissism based on her own encounter with a narcissist in her personal life and so she offers not just the clinical perspective, but an extreme and very exclusive story of abuse. She has developed a coaching program based on her own experience and what helped her to recover from her psychological trauma after fleeing from her narcissist in the middle of the night.
Her practice works to educate you on narcissism and what/who you are actually dealing with; Narcissism is categorized as a personality disorder by the mental he...2025-01-0853 min
Crawlspace - True Crime & Mysteries481 // Narcissistic Abuse w/ Vanessa ReiserIn this new episode Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna speak with licensed clinical social worker and author of the fantastic new book, Narcissistic Abuse, Vanessa Reiser. In this informative interview we discuss how Vanessa escaped a narcissistic relationship, red flags in narcissistic behavior, and tips that can help others in similar situations.Check out Vanessa's site: https://tellatherapist.net/.Hachette Book Group; https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/vanessa-m-reiser/narcissistic-abuse/9781668644782/.Get Vanessa's book: https://www.amazon.com/Narcissistic-Abuse-Therapists-Identifying-Manipulative/dp/0306833174/.Domestic Violence hotline: https://www.thehotline.org/.National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-8...2024-12-251h 11
Courageous WellnessNarcissistic Abuse: A Therapist's Guide to Identifying, Escaping, and Healing from Toxic and Manipulative People, Author Vanessa M. Reiser, LCSW, Talks Gaslighting, Identifying and Healing From Narcissistic AbuseToday on the show, we have Vanessa Reiser. Vanessa is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), licensed in New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, and Florida. She is a psychotherapist and the founder of the nonprofit TellaTherapist.org. She is also a long-distance runner and two-time Ironman who is best known for running the state of New York (285 miles in 11 days) in a wedding dress to raise awareness for narcissistic abuse. As a survivor of narcissistic abuse and a psychotherapist in private practice, Vanessa now specializes in narcissistic personality disorder, and her practice focuses on treating victims and survivors of...2024-11-131h 04
Keen On AmericaEpisode 2237: Vanessa Resier on Narcissistic Abuse - the disease that captures the spirit of our toxic timesIf there’s a disease that captures the toxic spirit of our times, it’s what the therapist, Vanessa Resier, in her new book, calls Narcissistic Abuse. Even the language of this disease - Gaslighting. Love bombing. Hoovering. Triangulating - has become part of the dictionary of life in the 2020’s. Narcissism and narcissists seem to be everywhere these days. In fact, as Resier told me (see full transcript below), all domestic abuse - from outright violence to subtle manipulation - is a form of narcissistic abuse. But if that’s true, I asked her, then what, exactly, isn’t narcissi...2024-11-0834 min
The Midlife Makeover Show - Empty Nest, Divorce, Health, Career, Self-Care, Empowered Women, Spiritual Growth, Mindset, Stress Management, Aging, Weight Loss, Menopause, Motivation, Life After 40244 ❤️🩹 Narcissistic Abuse: Vanessa Reiser on Identifying and Escaping Toxic RelationshipsIn this eye-opening episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine welcomes Vanessa Reiser, author, entrepreneur, psychotherapist, and advocate for raising awareness about narcissistic abuse. Vanessa specializes in narcissistic and cult abuse, dedicating her life to helping people escape and heal from toxic relationships.
Featured in prominent media outlets like People magazine, the New York Times, and Fox News, Vanessa joins us to share her expertise and insights. Dive into the complex world of narcissistic abuse as Wendy and Vanessa explore Vanessa's new book, "Narcissistic Abuse: How to Identify, Escape, and Heal from Manipulative, T...2024-11-0744 min
Missing464 // Narcissistic Abuse w/ Vanessa ReiserIn this new episode Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna speak with licensed clinical social worker and author of the fantastic new book, Narcissistic Abuse, Vanessa Reiser. In this informative interview we discuss how Vanessa escaped a narcissistic relationship, red flags in narcissistic behavior, and tips that can help others in similar situations.Check out Vanessa's site: https://tellatherapist.net/.Hachette Book Group; https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/vanessa-m-reiser/narcissistic-abuse/9781668644782/.Get Vanessa's book: https://www.amazon.com/Narcissistic-Abuse-Therapists-Identifying-Manipulative/dp/0306833174/.Domestic Violence hotline: https://www.thehotline.org/.National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-8...2024-11-071h 11
Insights from the Couch - Mental Health at MidlifeEp.22: Surviving Narcissistic Abuse Part 2In this episode of Insights from the Couch, we are back with Vanessa Reiser for part two of our deep dive into narcissistic abuse. We continue unpacking the signs, behaviors, and long-term effects of dealing with narcissists, including the devastating post-separation abuse that often follows the end of these toxic relationships. Vanessa explains key terms like gaslighting, hoovering, and supply, providing listeners with practical tips on how to recognize and protect themselves from narcissistic behaviors.Vanessa also offers valuable insight into what recovery looks like—how to escape, heal, and rebuild your life after enduring this form of...2024-11-0631 min
Sherapy Sessions: Cutting Toxic Family TiesUnderstanding the Mind Control of Narcissistic Abuse in Families with Vanessa Reiser (Bonus Episode 13)In this episode, we uncover how toxic family dynamics mirror cult-like control. Drawing on personal experiences and clinical expertise, this thought-provoking conversation with Vanessa Reiser will explore how toxic family environments resemble cults, tactics abusers use to manipulate, and the path toward reclaiming autonomy. ✅ Cult of One - the qualities that make up a psychopathic personality ✅ The power of isolation and confusion toxic relationships have on their victims ✅ Why it’s often more challenging and painful to leave a toxic family than a toxic romantic partnership ✅ Any group can take on charact...2024-11-0648 minInsights from the Couch - Mental Health at MidlifeEp.21: Surviving Narcissistic Abuse Part 1In this episode of Insights from the Couch, we dive into the complex world of narcissistic abuse with the incredible Vanessa Reiser, a licensed clinical social worker specializing in narcissistic and cult abuse. Together, we explore what it’s really like to experience this insidious form of domestic violence, how to identify narcissistic behaviors early on, and the warning signs that often go unnoticed until it’s too late. Vanessa shares her personal story of surviving narcissistic abuse, shedding light on the psychological manipulation that victims face and the steps they can take to heal and escape.This...2024-10-3029 min
Turn Downtime Into Storytime With Full AudiobookNarcissistic Abuse: A Therapist's Guide to Identifying, Escaping, and Healing from Toxic and Manipulative People Audiobook by Vanessa M. ReiserListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 752286
Title: Narcissistic Abuse: A Therapist's Guide to Identifying, Escaping, and Healing from Toxic and Manipulative People
Author: Vanessa M. Reiser
Narrator: Vanessa M. Reiser
Format: Unabridged
Length: 10:36:00
Language: English
Release date: 10-29-24
Publisher: Hachette Book Group USA
Genres: Non-Fiction, Health & Wellness, Marriage & Family, Psychology, Mental Health
Summary:
Licensed therapist and narcissism expert Vanessa M. Reiser offers a guide to identifying narcissistic abuse, especially in interpersonal relationships, sharing practical strategies for healing.
Gaslighting. Love bombing. Hoovering. Triangulating. These are all insidious weapons in the narcissists toolkit. Narcissism can...2024-10-3010h 36
The Gaslight Effect Podcast056 - Narcissistic Abuse: Recognizing the Signs and Running Toward Freedom with Vanessa ReiserOn this episode, Dr. Robin Stern talks with Vanessa Reiser. Vanessa is a licensed clinical social worker, an expert on narcissistic abuse, the author of Narcissistic Abuse, and the founder of a teletherapy and life coaching practice that’s changing lives by helping people heal from the trauma of narcissistic relationships. Vanessa’s personal journey is one of resilience and empowerment. After growing up in a household filled with instability and facing trauma from a young age, Vanessa found herself in a relationship filled with gaslighting, manipulation, and isolation—classic tactics of a narcissist designed to distort reality...2024-10-2243 min
Bar TalksSurviving Narcissistic Abuse and The Journey to HealingLicensed therapist and narcissism expert Vanessa M. Reiser, LCSW stopped by to chat with Queenie Love.
Who is Vanessa? Do you remember when that BRIDE ran across the entire State of New York, during the COVID pandemic? She ran in her wedding dress...yes! FULL-ON wedding dress and sneakers and it went viral! Well, she is here! Check out this episode, filled with tips on how to navigate relationships with Narcs, how to work on your healing journey, the differences between the Covert Narc and the Overt Narc and how these relationships resemble being in a CULT!
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Book Friends ForeverNarcissistic Abuse By Vanessa M. ReiserLicensed therapist and narcissism expert Vanessa M. Reiser offers a guide to identifying narcissistic abuse, especially in interpersonal relationships, sharing practical strategies for healing.
Gaslighting. Love bombing. Hoovering. Triangulating. These are all insidious weapons in the narcissist’s toolkit. Narcissism can be hard to diagnose, but it is one of the hallmarks of abusive relationships. As a therapist specializing in narcissism and domestic abuse, Vanessa M. Reiser has strategies to help victims to identify, understand, and heal from abusive relationships.
With a blend of information, education, and stories, Reiser defines what narcissistic abuse is, breaks down how it’s a form...2024-10-1403 min
Next Up: NarcissismEpisode 25: Coercive Control and Cult Behavior with Vanessa Reiser“The narcissist will never be able to fix their corrupt disorder. It is a rigid disorder,” says Vanessa Reiser, a licensed clinical social worker and author who specializes in narcissistic and cult abuse. She joins Dr. Z to talk about the striking similarities between narcissistic relationships and cult dynamics, focusing on how coercive control plays a role in both.
Drawing from her own life experiences and professional background, Vanessa shares insights from her book “Narcissistic Abuse: A Therapist’s Guide to Identifying, Escaping, and Healing from Toxic and Manipulative People.” She breaks down how narcissists deploy tacti...2024-10-1143 min
Skonts VideoVerden og andre filmpodcasterHolder Cliffhanger (1993) fremdeles mål?Filmnerdene i Skont reiser tilbake til året 1993 or å se i filmen CLIFFHANGER med Sylvester Stallone! Filmet Podcast med hvor filmnerdene i Skont skal sjekke om denne sjeldne fjellklatrer-action filmen fremdeles holder mål, selvsagt popper Filmstudenten Vanessa inn og deler opplevelsen fra et ungdommelig filmregissørs ståsted, er dette en klassiker som en filmstudent bør sjekke ut?Skonts filmpanelKenny PEinar 80sManHaavard the real dealOg etterhvertVanessa at film school#cliffhanger #filmpodcast #filmedpodcast #Norskpodcast #skontp...2024-09-301h 06
High & LowDeep Dive: Luis v. Vanessa, 2020 Court Case - Part 2The second part of the dive into a lengthy court case that resulted from a dramatic breakup between Luis Ruelas and Vanessa Reiser in 2020, a relationship that has continued to produce legal issues well into 2024. Court documents detail allegations of missing engagement rings, mistreatment, money transfers, and outbursts at charity events involving Seth Meyers, Jake Gyllenhaal, and the foundation of beloved actor/Veteran's advocate Gary Sinise. Ex-husbands and ex-fiancée's are brought up, as well as allegations of Catfishing and ex's in cahoots. All opinions presented in this podcast are personal and not representative of any outside c...2024-09-031h 06
Fake Love and Flying MonkeysNarcissistic Abuse awareness - Vanessa ReiserVanessa is best known for running in a wedding dress, the state of New York (285 miles in 11 days), to raise awareness for narcissistic abuse. Vanessa M. Reiser is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), licensed in New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, and Florida. She is a psychotherapist and the founder of Tell a Therapist, LLC as well as the founder of the nonprofit, Tell a Therapist, INC. She is also the Author of - "Narcissistic Abuse: A Therapist's Guide to Identifying, Escaping, and Healing from Toxic and Manipulative People" Vanessa specializes in narcissistic personality disorder, an...2024-08-2740 minHigh & LowDeep Dive: Luis v Vanessa, 2020 Court Case - Part 1An audio version of my 2021 Instagram dive where a cursory search to learn more about Teresa's new man, Luis Ruelas, led to a lengthy court case with his ex-fiancée, Vanessa Reiser. The winding tale and transcripts seemed to be the source for multiple news articles about his character. A thorough review of the case painted a picture of a dysfunctional relationship, one that both parties should be thrilled to be free of, yet their legal drama has continued into 2024. We start with a story about a bitter breakup, where it all began. Future parts will follow the journey t...2024-08-231h 11
What Came Next[Dr. Kathi Miner] Walk the TalkContent warning: infidelity, serial infidelity, narcissistic abuse, stalking, cyberstalking, physical, emotional, mental, and financial abuse.
Dr. Kathi Miner is an organizational psychologist, professor, author, and survivor from Southern California. After losing her mother at a very young age, Kathi gained a poignant view of the universe and her desired place in it. As a result, she would eventually become a professor of women’s studies and psychology. She also forged her own family with her ex-husband. However, after finding out about his egregious infidelities and seeking a divorce, Dr. Miner’s entire world would be turned upside down when...2024-08-2336 min
CriminalityLuis Ruelas: All's Fair in Love And WarriorALL ABOARD: Since the most recent season of RHONJ derailed, Rebekah decided to course correct and include more than you probably care to know about the newest Jersey house husband, Luis Ruelas. He is more than Tre’s new love, more than a pizza oven business thief, he’s just a man in a “forgivity” shirt, asking people on social media, to trust him.But should we? If you ask his most recent ex, Vanessa Reiser, that would be a hard no. She outed him as an alleged narcissistic sociopath, but Luis has 99 problems and that’s just one.2024-08-231h 14
Something Was WrongData Points: Narcissistic Abuse (featuring Vanessa Reiser, LCSW)*Content warning: physical, emotional, mental, sexual, and financial abuse.Resources:National Domestic Violence Hotline: https://www.thehotline.org/Sources:Frye, D. (2024, June 11). What Makes a Cult Leader? Psychology Today. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/insight-therapy/202406/what-makes-a-cult-leaderLeaving The Relationship: Planning to leave? By Do It Safely Domestic Violence Center of Chester County: https://dvcccpa.org/leaving-the-relationship/Love Bombing: Meaning & Origin. (n.d.). Dictionary.com. (August 6, 2024) https://www.dictionary.com/e/slang/love-bombing/2024-08-2012 min
Judging MeghanFrom Survivor to Advocate: Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse with Therapist, Author, and Survivor Vanessa ReiserTrigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of narcissistic abuse, manipulation, and toxic relationships, which may be triggering for some listeners.This episode I sit down with Vanessa Reiser, a resilient therapist, author, and survivor whose life story is a beacon of hope and transformation. Growing up in Rockland County, New York, Vanessa faced significant challenges, taking on parental responsibilities at a young age. These early struggles ignited her passion for social work, leading her to earn her master's degree and eventually specialize in narcissistic and cult abuse.Vanessa's incredible journey is marked...2024-08-1347 min
Dishing Drama with Dana Wilkey UNCENSOREDEp 194 Jackie's Confession, Cabral's Pitcher, Celebrity SHOCKING Genealogies (feat. DNA Mystery Solver)Send us a textWe start the show today with me telling you some lost tea about tonight's episode RHONJ S14 Finale. I tell you about the debate with the fans on the Rails pitcher tossed or dropped by Danielle Cbral toward Jennfer Aydin, and what I found out about this from Rails. We move on to the hand written strange letter by Luis Ruelas that appeared in Court documents, I tell you what this was about. Jackie Goldschneider meets with Teresa Giudice off the show and confesses meeting with Vanessa Reiser and Vanessa Moretto 2.0, and she...2024-08-0442 min
The Bravo DocketThe Woman Before Teresa: Vanessa’s POV (Pt.2)If you’ve made it this far, legal team, you deserve a gold star! As promised, on this episode we’re wrapping up the rather...interesting legal proceedings between The Real Housewives of New Jersey's Luis Ruelas and ex-fiancé Vanessa Reiser (for now...). What’s on the docket?
Luis' response to Vanessa’s claims
Sassy excerpts from the court transcript
The final order of the court (Aka: What they get back, funds owed, etc.)
Access additional content and our Patreon here: https://zez.am/thebravodocket The Bravo Docket podca...2024-07-3157 minThe Bravo DocketThe Woman Before Teresa: Vanessa’s POV (Pt.1)Welcome back, Legal Team! This week, we’re diving right back into the court proceedings between Real Housewives of New Jersey's Luis Ruelas and ex-fiancé Vanessa Reiser. In the last episode, we covered Luis' Affidavit, and in this juicy 2-part episode (yes, you read that right!) we're covering the case from Vanessa's perspective.But first, if you haven’t listened to Luis’ side yet, we highly recommend you do so. Get caught up here! What’s on the docket?
Returning the engagement ring and the law supporting Luis' request
Hear...2024-07-291h 15Dishing Drama with Dana Wilkey UNCENSOREDEp 193 #rhonj Exclusive Teresa Giudice, SHOCKING Report about Luis Ruelas, Gabriela Spills Tea P2Send us a textAn emergency episode dropped early! This one is an action packed! We discuss Teresa Giudice V. Melissa Gorga's social media posts yesterday. I tell you about two mysterious documents that have emerged, they tell about a lifetime of scams as it related to Teresa's Luis Ruelas and his cohorts including James Sexton Esq! I'll take you through some of it. Also all of Luis Ruelas deepest darkest secrets are exposed, and their new, and if you thought the worst about him as it pertains to his intentions with Teresa... it's worst than that...2024-07-2516 min
The Dichotomy Diaries PodcastLet's Chat with Vanessa Reiser, LCSWDear Diary & Listeners, In this exciting Bonus Episode of The Dichotomy Diaries, I interview the beautiful, bad ass, Vanessa Reiser, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker from The Big Apple who's got a BOOK coming out soon! (Pre-Order Link Below!) We talk about SO many juicy topics including the connection between narcissistic abuse and cults, the behavior and mindset of narcissists and psychopaths, and dissect the experience of victims down piece by piece. We touch on the confusing role most family members take in (not) warning others about the narcissist in their life. Join us as we break down the challenges...2024-07-121h 01
The Dichotomy Diaries PodcastLet's Chat with Vanessa Reiser, LCSWDear Diary & Listeners,
In this exciting Bonus Episode of The Dichotomy Diaries, I interview the beautiful, bad ass, Vanessa Reiser, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker from The Big Apple who's got a BOOK coming out soon! (Pre-Order Link Below!)
We talk about SO many juicy topics including the connection between narcissistic abuse and cults, the behavior and mindset of narcissists and psychopaths, and dissect the experience of victims down piece by piece.
We touch on the confusing role most family members take in (not) warning others about the narcissist in their life. Join...2024-07-121h 01
The Covert Narcissism PodcastRaising Awareness for Covert Narcissistic Abuse with Vanessa ReiserToday’s guest is Vanessa Reiser, a narcissistic abuse expert. Vanessa is a mother, author, entrepreneur, 2X Ironman and ground-breaking licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), specializing in narcissistic and cult abuse. She is also the founder of Tell a Therapist, LLC and is best known for her run across the state of New York (285 miles in 11 days) in a wedding dress to raise awareness for narcissistic abuse. She also subsequently ran across NJ, CT & MA. Her insights are both personal and professional, giving her a unique lens into this insidious form of domestic abuse.
You can f...2024-07-1129 minThe Bravo DocketThe Woman Before Teresa: Luis Ruelas' Messy BreakupWe heard you loud and clear, Legal Team! In this highly requested episode, we delve into the legal proceedings between The Real Housewives of New Jersey’s Teresa Guidice’s husband, Luis Ruelas, and his ex-fianćee Vanessa Reiser. What’s on the docket?
Background information on Luis and Vanessa
The original case filed by Luis against Vanessa in April of 2020
What it means to file an “order to show cause”
Highlights from Luis' detailed 30-page affidavit
Relevant factual history from Luis' POV pertaining to their relationship
Police reports, disturbing letters, accusations of mental health disorders, and so...2024-07-101h 37What Came Next[Vanessa Reiser] The Treachery of No Empathy
Content Warning: emotional, mental, and physical abuse, narcissistic abuse, and mental illness.
Vanessa Reiser is a licensed social worker, therapist, and an abuse survivor from New York. Her personal and professional histories have been deeply varied, but what remains to be constant are her tenacity and strength. She has reinvented herself and her path several times, but most especially after escaping an abusive relationship in 2020. Amidst all that came next for her, Vanessa has harnessed the media in all facets to curate healing and offer support to other survivors. The Broken Cycle Media team is extremely thankful Vanessa...2024-07-0531 min
Method & Madness84. Narcissistic Abuse with Vanessa Reiser, LCSWCult leaders, parents, spouses, ex-partners…narcissistic abuse can affect any of us. But what are some of the signs we’re under a narcissist’s spell? Today’s guest is Vanessa Reiser, a psychotherapist, author & narcissistic abuse survivor. She recently stopped by to chat with Dawn about how to detect if you're in an abusive relationship, why cults and narcissistic abuse go hand-in-hand, and why she thinks it's time to move past the term "narcissist". Pre-Order Vanessa's book, Narcissistic Abuse: A Therapist's Guide to Identifying, Escaping, and Healing from Toxic and Manipulative People on Amazon here. Find Vanessa at: Home - Tell A Th...2024-07-0249 min
Out of Crazytown: Your Guide to Divorcing a Narcissist😈 Cult Tactics Used by NarcissistsVanessa Reiser, LCSW, talks about her new book "Narcissistic Abuse" A Therapist's Guide to Escaping and Healing from Toxic and Manipulative People. We dive into how narcissists operate and how to identify their dangerous behaviors, as well as the Cult tactics they use to establish mind control over their victims.
Vanessa Reiser - Instagram
Vanessa's Book
Vanessa Reiser - Facebook
Tell A Therapist
Vanessa's Run to Raise Awareness about Narcissistic Abuse
Vanessa Reiser - Tik Tok
DISCLAIMER: THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS STATED ON THIS PODCAST A...2024-06-2736 min
Terra's Baddy Club10: We Support Cassie With Vanessa ReiserVanessa Reiser, a psychotherapist specializing in narcissistic abuse, discusses her work and personal experiences with domestic violence and cult abuse. She highlights the manipulative tactics used by narcissists and cult leaders, emphasizing the psychological damage they inflict. Vanessa also discusses the challenges of seeking justice in the court system and the importance of supporting survivors. The conversation touches on the recent video of domestic violence involving Cassie Ventura and Diddy Combs, and the need for validation and understanding for survivors of narcissistic abuse. The distinction between PTSD and narcissism is also explored. The conversation explores the genetic and environmental...2024-06-1334 minDishing Drama with Dana Wilkey UNCENSOREDEp 181 RHONJ S14 Exposed, Cast Dirty Secrets, Teresa's Real Feelings & Punishing Production! (feat Gabriela, Teresa's Ex Show Soldier)Send us a textIn today’s show! There’s so much gossip in it that honestly it could be an entire season of a podcast for New Jersey. RHONJ SPOILER ALERT. As you probably heard GABRIELA used to run @MelissasOldnose now only on X. At the height of her account popularity, she had gossip know one else had and the tabloids covered her often, which is very unusual. She was a Teresa Giudice fan turned incentivized social media soldier for Teresa and Jennifer's camps. It turns out her suppliers of gossip were Loui...2024-05-0559 min
BEHIND THE VELVET ROPELuis Ruelas & Bo Dietl Sued (Breaking Down The Claims & Analyzing The Effect on Teresa and RHONJ Next Season)Luis Ruelas and Bo Dietl have been sued for allegedly hacking the computers for “harassment and abuse” of Luis’ ex Vanessa Reiser. We break down the origins of these claims, deep dive the claims themselves, review Luis’ cryptic social media responses and Bo Dietl’s response, analyze what this means for next season of RHONJ and how this potentially effects RHONJ’s return in April. We discuss Teresa’s involvement in this, the fact that history could be repeating itself and chat about what she must be going through. Can someone say PTSD? Moving on, we recap RHOBH - Erika’s pain...2024-02-1713 minDishing Drama with Dana Wilkey UNCENSOREDEp 169 Celebrity Narcissist's Behavior Explained! feat. Vanessa Reiser #narcissiticabuse #realitytvWith all of the stories of narcissistic abusers coming out in interviews and stories related to Armie Hammer, Vanderpump Rules cast, CDAN Enty, RHOM, RHOBH S2, RHONJ, 19 Kids and Counting and more. Dana sets her sights on setting the record straight for the victims both male or female of these people that they are not in relationships that have just gone bad. RHOBH alumni, Dana is a survivor of narcissist abuse, so is the right one to do this. A person who is a narcissist is not simply someone with narcissistic attributes, it is a serious mental illness and ha...2024-02-1118 minOut of Crazytown: Your Guide to Divorcing a NarcissistNarcissistic Abuse Unveiled: Vanessa's Run for AwarenessIn this episode, Vanessa Reiser, LCSW, recounts her escape from an abusive relationship and the remarkable feat of running 285 miles across New York to spotlight narcissistic abuse awareness. Delving into her journey, she also shares insights from her book, providing a guide for others on escaping and healing from the complexities of narcissistic abuse.
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DISCLAIMER: THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS STATED ON THIS PODCAST ARE FOR INFORMATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING LEGAL OR PSYCHOLOGICAL ADVICE. YOU SHOULD CONTACT A...2024-02-0334 min
HIListically Speaking with Hilary RussoRewind: The Best Conversations of 2023It's difficult to narrow down a year's worth of conversations when every moment has meaning. But, we heard your call and listeners did the choosing. This HIListically Speaking Podcast episode is a collection of some of your favorites of 2023. Those trauma-to-triumph stories that helped you HUG it Out with yourself and know that you’re not alone in the battle. It's what helped you find the humor in the healing, the understanding in the uncertainty, and the growth from self-gratitude. From abductions and addictions to abuse and afflictions. You heard stories from the h...2023-12-2716 min
NYC Gal OutLouie, Vanessa, the lawyers, and the podcast — Who is Elaine Boxer? [VIDEO]After Teresa Giudice's husband, Louie Ruelas, had a legal victory against his obsessed ex, Vanessa Reiser — he was expected to appear on his wife's podcast, Namaste B$tches, with a headline stating that the "truth" will finally come out... yet that episode never aired. There is the obvious reason of the cast of RHONJ being on a continuous "gag-order" from the network since last season... but there's also another reason, and it involves Vanessa, Bo Dietl, and a woman name Elaine Boxer.
Listen to NYC Gal Out, a Spotify podcast — available wherever you get your...2023-11-1731 min
Being and DoingBeing Human and Doing Psychotherapy | Episode 12: Vanessa Reiser about narcissistic abuse"I BELEIVE YOU".
Vanessa Reiser is a mother, entrepreneur, life coach, advocate, and a ground breaking psychotherapist specializing in narcissistic abuse using Therapist Self-Disclosure (TSD); a form of therapy where therapist statements are shared that reveal something personal about the therapist, when an opportunity to create validation exists. Vanessa is licensed in NY, NJ, MA & FL and made international headlines when she ran the entire state of New York in a wedding dress to raise awareness for narcissistic abuse in May 2021. Her days are spent supporting those traumatised by this insidious form of domestic violence.
If you want to...2023-08-0443 min
The Third Way. Hosted by Justin FosterEpisode 101: Vanessa ReiserVanessa Reiser is an Austin-based documentarian and filmmaker. We met through cosmic happenstance several years ago and we became fast friends. She has also been a great strategic partner for helping clients tell their stories via video. In our conversation, we focused on “seeing the story” and we both answered the following:* How do you train your mind and your eye to notice the story?* What's your process of turning what you notice into a story?* How does having a storytelling eye impact other areas of your life?Li...2023-07-1537 min
Miss Understood with Rachel UchitelFriday HAPPY HOUR! July 7th, 2023 | Miss Understood PodcastWelcome to Happy Hour with Miss Understood!
Happy 4th of July week everyone!
Today, Rachel and Kelli are giving you a quick rundown of this week's episodes. We discuss Vanessa Reiser's story of surviving narcissistic abuse. We also recap the pop culture happenings in David Yontef's fun episode! We also update you on Kelli's dating dish.
We’re not just Miss Understood on Mondays and Wednesdays anymore. Fridays are all about letting loose and having some fun!
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Miss Understood with Rachel UchitelTherapist Vanessa Reiser Discusses Narcissistic AbuseJoin us as we welcome our next guest, Vanessa Reiser, a brave survivor who has transformed her own journey of narcissistic abuse into a powerful force for healing.
Vanessa has been embroiled in reality news gossip as of late, as the court upheld a restraining order against her ex-fiancé, Luis Ruelas from The Real of Housewives of New Jersey and new husband to Teresa Giudice.
She alleges that Ruelas hired infamous private investigator Bo Deidle to “stalk her” by sending a fake patient to her office. In our conversation, Vanessa will share her firsthand experience of being...2023-07-0558 min
Georgio SaysHow to spot a Narcissist: Interview with Vanessa ReiserIn this thought-provoking episode of "Georgio Says," your charismatic host Georgio dives into the intriguing world of narcissism with the incredible Vanessa Reiser, founder of Tell a Therapist. Brace yourself as Georgio and Vanessa peel back the layers and provide valuable insights into the impact of narcissism while offering practical advice to spot these elusive individuals.Vanessa, a seasoned expert in dealing with the aftermath of a narcissistic relationship, shares her personal journey and how it led her to create Tell a Therapist. As a resourceful platform, Tell a Therapist serves as a guiding light for those...2023-06-1854 minBEHIND THE VELVET ROPEKIM D. (on Melissa Gorga's Lies , Tre's Namaste, Luis' Many Investigations & Next Season Changes)The RHONJ Reunion Part Two. Where do we begin? Tre says she is Namaste, Melissa says she is not going, Marge claims Luis is up to no good, Danielle is told she was set up, Andy needs to yell and oh, so much more. As the reunion unfolds, it becomes clearer and clearer what is going to happen when the RHONJ Pause - sorry Andy, but it is true - ends, who will be terminated, who will survive and what we can expect RHONJ to look like next season when filming begins. As far as to when filming actually res...2023-06-1017 min
HIListically Speaking with Hilary RussoVanessa Reiser: Running from the NarcissistNarcissists spend their life blaming you for the things they did. Let that sink in for a moment. If you've been in a relationship with a narcissist, you get it. It can be personal, professional, family or friend. And it’s not until you’ve cut the cord that you see the manipulative tactics used to keep you small and wondering what’s wrong with you. From gaslighting to love bombing and everything in between, you feel like you are stuck, need to change and when you finally wake up, getting out can seem far out of reach. Licensed therapist...2023-05-2438 min
IndoctriNationBONUS EPISODE PREVIEW: Identifying Narcissism w/Vanessa Reiser, LCSW by IndoctriNationThis is just a preview of our exclusive Patreon bonus episode. You can hear the full episode by becoming a supporter at:
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Vanessa Reiser is a mother, entrepreneur, life coach, advocate, and a ground-breaking psychotherapist specializing in narcissistic abuse using Therapist Self-Disclosure (TSD); a form of therapy where therapist statements are shared that reveals something personal about the therapist when an opportunity to create validation exists. Ms. Reiser graduated from the University of Southern California with a focus on Community Organizing but soon realized that clients responded to her counseling techniques. Vanessa is dynamic and colorful...2023-03-3106 min
Navigating Narcissism with Dr. RamaniWhere Are The Season 1 Survivors Now? w/ Dr. RamaniWhere are our guests now? Listen to this recap episode and learn about what's new with some of our guests from this season! Host Information: Instagram: Dr Ramani's IG - @doctorramani Facebook: Dr Ramani's FB - @doctorramani Twitter: Dr Ramani's TW - @DoctorRamani YouTube: Dr. Ramani’s YT - DoctorRamani Guest(s) Information: Heidi Russell’s GoFundMe Instagram: Heidi Russell’s IG - @heidirussellglobal Twitter: Heidi Russell TW - @HERRussellGlobal Mark Vicente’s Podcast: WTF is on my Mind? Instagram: Mark Vicente’s IG - @markvicente...2023-01-1934 minDishing Drama with Dana Wilkey UNCENSOREDEpisode 110 - DDDW Holiday Party! Gossip Highlights from 2022!Send us a textHappy Holidays! Dana and Casey share their opinions on the most important events in 2022's gossip land!The Balenciaga Scandal and its wake-up call... Demna, François-Henri Pinault, Kim Kardashian, Lotta Volkova, Gabriele Galimberti...Reality TV highlights... RHOBH, Kathy Hilton, Lisa Rinna, RHONY paused and rebooted, RHOM Dr. Lenny Lisa split, Teresa Giudice married, Ashley Darby divorced... Lala Kent... Erika Jayne of course...Velveteen Dream arrested twice in one week? Just 7 months after we spoke to him on episodes 62 and 63...Johnny Depp and Amber Heard trial...Episode 74 with...2022-12-2510 min
Dimming The Gaslight: Our Healing Journey From Narcissistic AbuseEpisode 43: Reunion with my Children after 59 days + An Interview with Narc Abuse Therapist (@vanessareiser on IG and TikTok)I finally saw my children for the first time in 59 days. I detail how it went, and I also have a special guest! Vanessa Reiser is a therapist that specializes in narcissistic abuse recovery. She has run across NJ & NY in a wedding dress for narc abuse awareness! We talk about a range of topics including her personal experience, how she coaches people through their trauma, and some interesting thoughts on how to help children from being gaslit!
If you would like to be a part of the show, please email me at DimmingTheGaslight...2022-11-1357 minNavigating Narcissism with Dr. RamaniRunning for Narcissistic Abuse Awareness w/ Vanessa ReiserVanessa Reiser was love bombed by her narcissistic ex in such an extravagant manner--like being showered with expensive gifts, to expensive cars, to a $150,000 engagement ring, and travels across the world. She didn't have time to breathe, much less clock in the red flags happening left and right. Vanessa is a therapist and works hard today to raise awareness to narcissistic spousal abuse, and started a movement by running 285 miles across the state of New York to raise awareness to their cause. Listen and learn how Vanessa was able to come up for air, evaluate and understand her situation...2022-08-251h 03
Decades of Horror | Horror News RadioSTRANGER THINGS (2022, NETFLIX) Season 4 Reaction and Review On episode 499 of Horror News Radio: The Grue-Crew review… STRANGER THINGS (2022, NETFLIX). Warning: possible spoilers after the initial impressions! Be sure to subscribe to the Gruesome Magazine YouTube channel to catch all the HNR episodes. Back with Doc Rotten once again are the scariest, goriest, bloodiest co-hosts on the 'Net. Award-winning Film-maker, Christopher G. Moore STRANGER THINGS SEASON 4 (2022, NETFLIX) Set in March 1986, eight months after the events of the third season, the fourth se...2022-07-201h 09
Bravo and Blaze with Jenny BlazeOur New Villian IS Right Here with Ricky from @ThatBravoGay from IGWe're kicking off the Season 3 premiere of Bravo & Blaze with one of my Bravo besties, Ricky, from @ThatBravoGay on Instagram. Come join us as we discuss all things Bravo TV from this week. Cannabis Mom Boss:Click HERE (https://www.CannabisMomBoss.com) to sign up for more information on the upcoming launch of the Canenabis Mom Boss podcast where we will be hearing stories from real life Cannabis Mom Bosses. This is an online community to help empower CannaMoms to safely and confidently come out of the "Green Closet" while providing professional and personal development tools & res...2022-06-1850 min
Bravo CriticsInterview with Vanessa ReiserArielle and Ricky sit down with Vanessa Reiser. Vanessa is a licensed clinical social worker, cult-recovery and narcissist abuse therapist. She ran across the state of New York in a wedding dress to raise awareness for narcissistic abuse. She also happens to be the ex-fiancé of Luis Ruelas - the current fiancé of Teresa Guidice.
-Vanessa gives us the clinical definition of words like narcissist and gaslighting
-What are the signs that you may be dealing with a narcissist? How does that manifest in various relationships?
-Are all reality stars narcissists?
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IndoctriNationRunning For Freedom w/ Vanessa Reiser, LCSWVanessa Reiser is a mother, entrepreneur, and groundbreaking psychotherapist specializing in narcissistic abuse using Therapist Self-Disclosure (TSD) Ms. Reiser graduated from the University of Southern California with a focus on Community Organizing, but soon realized that clients responded to her counseling techniques.
Vanessa is also a founder of The Rockland County Pride Center and a Board Member for The Center for Safety and Change. She recently ran the entire state of New York in a wedding dress to raise awareness for narcissistic abuse and made international headlines.
Vanessa highlights for Rachel the nuances of her work supporting those traumatized by...2022-06-151h 09
Blonde Hair Black HeartBursting the Love Bubble with Vanessa ReiserOn today's Blonde Hair Black Heart, Blake is unpacking all the drama from the premiere episode of RHOBH Season 14! Lines are drawn between Sutton & Garcelle and Erika & Rinna...but which storyline is going to fuel the season? Will it be Sauce-gate?! Gala-gate?! Gold digger-gate?! Let's cross our fingers for: all the above. Then, Blake is sitting down with therapist and first-hand expert on narcissistic abuse, Vanessa Reiser. Like most of us, Vanessa has been watching this season of RHONJ...but unlike most of us, she has been watching her ex-fiancé date a table-flipping, analogy-hating reality star. Why does Vanessa f...2022-05-1644 minBlonde Hair Black HeartBursting the Love Bubble with Vanessa ReiserOn today's Blonde Hair Black Heart, Blake is unpacking all the drama from the premiere episode of RHOBH Season 14! Lines are drawn between Sutton & Garcelle and Erika & Rinna...but which storyline is going to fuel the season? Will it be Sauce-gate?! Gala-gate?! Gold digger-gate?! Let's cross our fingers for: all the above. Then, Blake is sitting down with therapist and first-hand expert on narcissistic abuse, Vanessa Reiser. Like most of us, Vanessa has been watching this season of RHONJ...but unlike most of us, she has been watching her ex-fiancé date a table-flipping, analogy-hating reality star. Why does Vanessa f...2022-05-1644 minDishing Drama with Dana Wilkey UNCENSOREDEpisode 74 - Dana's Narcissist Abuse with RHONJ Luis Ruelas' Ex & Licensed Therapist (Vanessa Reiser)Send us a textDana brings on a special guest and licensed psychotherapist, Vanessa Reiser to help unpack her trauma. You might know Vanessa Reiser from her recent media attention as the ex-fiancée to Luis Ruelas... Real Housewives of New Jersey star Teresa Giudice's boyfriend as seen on the current season (season 11) of #RHONJ...Vanessa has an amazing company called Tell A Therapist whose mission is to help Narcissist Abuse Victims, adolescents, teenagers, and adults uncover their true potential and move forward with confidence toward all of their goals.Dana shares the n...2022-04-1710 min
So Bad It's Good with Ryan BaileyPsychotherapist Vanessa Reiser who specializes in narcissistic abuse on Bravo, housewives, Bad Vegan, her personal journey and so much more. Plus, a bonus hour of all pop culture stories! From Bravo to the Grammy's!TUESDAY! WE HAVE ANOTHER HUGE SHOW FOR YOU! The first 50 minutes are tons of pop culture news stories from Bravo, to the Grammy's to Hilaria Baldwin and then we have an amazing guest Vanessa Reiser (please google her to see her connection to the bravo universe)! Vanessa Reiser is a mother, entrepreneur, life coach, advocate, and a ground breaking psychotherapist specializing in narcissistic abuse using Therapist Self-Disclosure (TSD); a form of therapy where therapist statements are shared that reveal something personal about the therapist, when an opportunity to create validation exists. Vanessa is licensed in NY, NJ, MA & FL an...2022-04-051h 59
Tea with Publyssity61. The Narcissist Episode ft. Vanessa ReiserThe long awaited narcissist episode is officially here! First, I’m telling you how I helped a drink girl home this weekend (while in full euphoria glam). Then, we get into my interview with Vanessa Reiser, where we discuss narcissistic behavior in detail. I get around to your Ask Alyssa questions, which are wild this week. As always, we rap by spilling the tea. Yes, I’m still team Clayton. And yes, we’re talking Kanye, Kim and Pete - I mean, Skete.2022-03-151h 16
Solace and the CityEP111: VANESSA REISER - What You Didn't Know About NarcissistsThis week I had the honor to record with Vanessa Reiser, 2X Ironman, Ultra-Marathoner, and Licensed Clinical Social Worker focusing on Narcissistic abuse. Last May, Vanessa ran across the state of New York to raise awareness about narcissistic abuse - that's about 23 miles each day! In this episode, I ask Vanessa to provide some red flags to look out for that might indicate narcissistic tendencies, and she shares the story behind her epic 300-mile journey. Be sure to give Vanessa a follow @vanessareiserlcsw and check out her therapy practice at tellatherapist.net!
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Toxic Person ProofEpisode 149: The Runaway (From Abuse) Bride! With Psychotherapist Vanessa ReiserVanessa Reiser, LCSW, is a Psychotherapist licensed in the States of New York, New Jersey, and Massachusetts; the Founder and CEO of Tell a Therapist, LLC and Tell a Therapist, INC. Find more of Vanessa:https://tellatherapist.net/ Vanessa's Clinical Practicehttps://tellatherapist.org/ Find a narcissistic abuse-savvy licensed clinician in your state.https://monarchscoaching.com/About Sarah K. RamseyJoin Sarah’s FREE Facebook Group “Finding Love & Success After A Toxic Relati...2021-07-0528 min