BSM Experience: 1 - 5 Years
Alexis McLeod-Hall Featured
My journey in social work began with a strong sense of purpose and a commitment to advocacy. I pursued my graduate studies in Social Work and then additional training in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). I treat a wide range of mental health conditions, including insomnia. Together we will collaborate on a tailored treatment plan that includes re-evaluating thought patterns, developing healthy coping strategies for sleep, and cultivating a sense of self-efficacy in managing insomnia and related concerns.
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Pichit Thanupakorn, MD Featured
I am a medical doctor, board-eligible psychiatrist, and the founder of Abide Psychiatry. As an MD, I offer a unique, comprehensive approach to sleep medicine that blends the gold-standard behavioral treatments (CBT-I) with expert medical management.
I earned my medical degree from the University of Iowa and completed my psychiatry residency at Duke University Medical Center, where I served as Chief Resident. My practice specializes in the "vicious cycle" of comorbid insomnia, obstructive sleep apnea, mood, and anxiety disorders. I don't just prescribe sleep aids; I help you treat the root cause of your wakefulness.
Whether you need CBT-I to retrain your brain to sleep naturally, clinical CPAP management to improve adherence, or conservative psychiatric medication management, we will ...
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John Yu Featured
John Yu is a registered psychologist with the Singapore Psychological Society and holds a Master of Psychology (Clinical) degree from James Cook University Singapore.
John adopts evidence-based approaches in his work with individuals across the lifespan, with a specialisation in Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). He believes that every client has the potential to progress towards their desired goals and values with time, flexibility, and hope.
He is particularly interested in the intersection of digital habits and sleep health, as well as developing behavioural solutions for new concerns such as maladaptive media use and bedtime procrastination. He also enjoys working with youths, having run numerous workshops and discussion groups in school settings.
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Rayni Collins, BC-DMT, LPC-S, LCMHCS Featured
Hi, I’m Rayni Collins—a behavioral sleep specialist and Brainspotting certified therapists helping adults who are tired of being tired. I work with people who feel wired at night, groggy in the morning, and stuck in survival mode. My main specialty is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), the gold standard for treating chronic sleep issues without medication. I’m also actively working toward my DBSM (Diplomate in Behavioral Sleep Medicine) credential, which represents the highest level of clinical training in this field.
CBT-I is a structured, short-term approach that helps you retrain your brain and body to sleep again—naturally. It’s more than sleep hygiene. We get into what’s really disrupting your sleep—habits, stress, anxiety, unhelpful patterns—and make targeted chang ...
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Naomi Iwers Featured
AHPRA registered general psychologist practising in North Brisbane (Aspley), with a special interest in: insomnia, anxiety, depression, employment and vocational concerns, neurodivergence (including autism and ADHD), self-esteem challenges and life transitions. Naomi has a background in Employment Services and is a registered level 1 CBTi practitioner supporting adults aged 18+ with therapeutic skills in CBT, ACT and MI. Appointments available in-person at Aspley practice and via telehealth.
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Sandra Olkowski Featured
Sandra Olkowski is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist offering personalized, collaborative CBT-I treatment in-person in Sacramento and by telehealth throughout California. She specializes in providing compassionate care for individuals and couples struggling with sleep problems, anxiety, and menopause.
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Karen Rothman Featured
Kristen Ryder Featured
I practiced as a School Psychologist for 13 years, then completed an MSW focused on evidence-based trauma treatments. I work part-time as a trauma therapist in our regional CAC, and part-time in private practice (I am currently practicing under supervision as an LLMSW-C). Previous to my time in public education, I worked in CMH for 13 years as a researcher, juvenile justice diversion case manager, Early On/HeadStart psychologist, and community prevention coordinator. In addition to my time in agency and private practice, I am a consultant with Spark for Change research lab at Michigan State University, and provide therapeutic yoga and mindfulness services to trauma and cancer survivors. As someone who works in the field of trauma, I witness daily how significantly sleep is impacted by thei ...
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Luisa Palloni Featured
Luisa Palloni is a clinical social worker with diverse experience in implementing evidence-based interventions to address complex social, emotional and behavioral challenges for both adults and children. Luisa owns Behavioral Sleep Services LLC, a Washington, DC telehealth private practice where she provides convenient and effective treatment to adults who are looking for a solution to their sleep problems. Luisa is board-certified in behavioral sleep medicine and specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). As someone who has personally experienced insomnia and participated in CBT-I treatment, she approaches treatment through the lens of both the client and the therapist.
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Jerusha Detweiler-Bedell Featured
After completing her PhD at Yale University and clinical internship at Harvard Medical School's McLean Hospital in 2001, Dr. Jerusha Detweiler-Bedell moved to the Portland area where she is a professor of psychology and a clinical psychologist who provides insomnia treatment to adults. Dr. Detweiler-Bedell’s 25+ years of clinical training and practice have focused on providing clients with care that is carefully tailored to their needs, while being grounded in evidence of what works best. At Sleep Better PDX, you will find the guidance and support necessary to remind your body how to fall asleep and stay asleep naturally. Dr. Jerusha Detweiler-Bedell is a licensed psychologist in Portland who works with adults in Oregon who have ongoing trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or getting go ...
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James Scholl Featured
Dr. James Scholl is a clinical psychologist specializing in the assessment and treatment of adults. Dr. Scholl subscribes to a scientist-practitioner model, which involves using empirical research to direct their applied practice; while simultaneously, allowing their clinical experience to shape future research questions. James has experience in outpatient, community, hospital, and academic settings; providing therapeutic and evaluation services for those with trauma-related disorders, sleep disturbances (i.e., insomnia, post trauma nightmares), mood, and anxiety disorders. Additionally, Dr. Scholl has specialized training and experience working with Veterans, individuals living with HIV/AIDS, the gender diverse community, and individuals impacted by violence. Prior to opening their privat ...
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Danielle Akason, PMHNP-BC Featured
For more than a decade, I have delivered comprehensive psychiatric care across diverse clinical settings, including inpatient facilities, community-based outpatient programs, and private practice. I am now excited to specialize in CBT-I and to extend this focused expertise to Rapid City, South Dakota and the surrounding areas.
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Danielle Cooper, PhD Featured
Danielle Cooper, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist and founder of the Center of Behavioral Therapy and Consultation for OCD and Anxiety (CBTCOA). Dr. Cooper has unique expertise in evidence-based cognitive-behavioral treatments for OCD, PTSD and anxiety. Given the high comorbidity between sleep difficulties and anxiety-related disorders and the effectiveness of brief behavioral sleep medicine interventions, Dr. Cooper also specializes in evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) and nightmares (CBT-N). Prior to founding the CBTCOA, she completed a post-doctoral fellowship and was an Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychiatry and the Director of the Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) for OCD at the Center for the Treatment and Study of Anxiety at the University of Pen ...
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Kristy Sporrer, LCSW, CBTI-C, DBSM Featured
I work with young adults and adults, offering sessions via telehealth. I specialize in treating chronic insomnia through CBT-I, which is a short, structured, effective and evidence-based treatment for insomnia. I also specialize in working with anxiety disorders and depression, and I often see these co-occurring with insomnia. Perhaps you have been trying to work through this on your own or hoping it would just resolve itself, but you have reached a point where you need some extra support. I'm always honored when a client chooses me to help them, and I take the responsibility very seriously.
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Danielle Cooper, PhD Featured
Danielle Cooper, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist and founder of the Center of Behavioral Therapy and Consultation for OCD and Anxiety (CBTCOA). Dr. Cooper has unique expertise in evidence-based cognitive-behavioral treatments for OCD, PTSD and anxiety. Given the high comorbidity between sleep difficulties and anxiety-related disorders and the effectiveness of brief behavioral sleep medicine interventions, Dr. Cooper also specializes in evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) and nightmares (CBT-N). Prior to founding the CBTCOA, she completed a post-doctoral fellowship and was an Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychiatry and the Director of the Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) for OCD at the Center for the Treatment and Study of Anxiety at the University of Pen ...
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Tierza Clerc Featured
Tierza Clerc has been in the medical field for 26 years — initially in medical massage for 23 years, helping people after surgeries, injuries, or trauma, and now 3 years in occupational therapy. She is now the first Occupational Therapist in Washington state to be credentialed in Occupational Therapy driven CBT-I.
Upon taking the OT-driven CBT-I program as a practitioner, Tierza experienced an evidence-based, occupational therapy-driven intervention for chronic insomnia which led to managing her own personal insomnia. Leading her towards significantly better sleep.
The program uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) to improve sleep quality and daily functioning. Occupational therapy as a profession is perfectly positioned to help in the occupation of sleep.
She is ...
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Reuben Brody Featured
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in behavioral sleep medicine. I trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) under Dr. Donn Posner and am currently pursuing the Diplomate in Behavioral Sleep Medicine (DBSM) credential. I’m a member of the Society of Behavioral Sleep Medicine (SBSM).
At Brody Wellbeing, PLLC, I treat adults with chronic insomnia, circadian rhythm disruption, nightmare disorder, and CPAP adherence challenges. I also work with patients whose insomnia presents alongside anxiety, depression, or ADHD — and I’m experienced in adapting CBT-I protocols for these comorbid presentations. My approach integrates sleep restriction, stimulus control, cognitive restructuring, relaxation training, and sleep hygiene education within a structured but indiv ...
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Misty Smith Pilgrim Featured
I specialized in anxiety disorders, OCD-related disorders, and also treat primary insomnia and BFRBs. I have a master's degree in Educational Psychology, a master's degree in Counseling and Psychotherapy, and a Masters of Social Work. I have over 15 years experience in the mental health field. I am licensed as a provider in the states of Washington, New Mexico, and Hawaii in the US.
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Jennifer Prost Featured
I take an eclectic approach to therapy, utilizing a client-centered, humanistic lens and evidence-based treatment models, tailored to each client, including CBT-I. I became interested in CBT-I when my doctor recommended it to me, and I am a true believer!
I am a graduate of the Columbia School of Social Work, and experienced in Interpersonal, Psychodynamic, Trauma-informed, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (both CBT and CBT-I), Strengths-Based, and Complicated Grief Therapy, as well as Motivational Interviewing and relaxation and mindfulness techniques. I work with clients with a wide range of mental health needs and concerns, ages 28 and older.
I believe I am known for my empathy, warmth, and down-to-earth manner. My clients often note that I “get” them early on. I like to work colla ...
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