BSM Specialties: Nightmare Syndrome
Sarah Kate McGowan Featured
I specialize in the treatment of insomnia, nightmares, circadian rhythm disorders, PAP adherence, and other sleep disorders that would benefit from a behavioral approach. Sleep difficulties are often overlooked and yet they undermine our mood, productivity, creativity, memory, and overall health. Whether you recently started having difficulty with sleep or it's been a long standing problem, there are highly effective treatments that do NOT involve the use of medications. In fact, if you are currently taking medications for sleep but would like to reduce or eliminate them, I can help. If anxious thoughts are interfering with your sleep, we can find ways to reduce the impact that anxiety has on your sleep.
With over a decade of experience, I help individuals reach their goals by adapting ...
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Austin Grinberg Featured
Dr. Grinberg specializes in the treatment of sleep disorders including insomnia, nightmares, sleep apnea, and circadian rhythm disorders. Dr. Grinberg is a subject matter expert in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), the 'gold standard' treatment for insomnia and is a national consult for the VA national CBT-I roll out program. Dr. Grinberg received his board certification in Behavioral Sleep Medicine from SBSM in 2021. Dr. Grinberg also has extensive experience in assisting patients in reducing or discontinuing the use of hypnotic sleep medications.
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Melissa Serafin Featured
Struggling with sleep? Constantly feel tired but wired, or that your sleep is broken? Have you tried everything, from sleep hygiene to melatonin?
As a behavioral sleep therapist, I work with clients to improve sleep quality and quantity, helping them feel more rested and renewed. I use evidence-based interventions that are typically brief (6-8 sessions) and do not rely on medication. In addition to poor sleep quality, I also work with clients to address frequent, distressing nightmares.
I work with adults exhausted from poor sleep. They are often frustrated with medications that stop working and standard sleep hygiene advice. Many have been struggling with sleep problems for years. My work is tailored to you, your sleep history, and your goals to restore your sleep and ensure susta ...
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Renata del Giudice Featured
I’m a PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience and a licensed Psychologist and Psychotherapist in Italy. During my PhD I had the opportunity to work in Salzburg, in the Lab for Sleep, Consciousness and cognition research and deepen my knowledge on Electrophysiology, Chronobiology and Sleep, sleep problems and consequences of bad sleep across the whole life span. I'm a licensed Psychotherapist and I'm I’m also a trained psychologist for CBT-I (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia) in Italy and at the University of Freiburg. I’m a freelance researcher at the University and in Private Organizations and I’m medical area leader in an Insomnia clinic delivering CBT-I. I deliver CBT-I in individual as well as in group sessions in combination with light therapy intervention when needed. I deliver CBT- ...
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Tony Ho Featured
Trouble sleeping? You're not alone, and sleep therapy is considered the best first-line treatment for chronic sleep problems like insomnia by organizations like the American College of Family Practice and the Academy of Sleep Medicine.
I offer virtual counselling and therapy services anywhere in British Columbia and Ontario, Canada, via secure online video chat. With over a decade of experience as a social worker and therapist, I can help you reestablish a healthier, less stressed relationship with sleep and cultivate gentle, effective ways to manage and cope with everyday stresses or complex mental health issues.
I specialize in treating chronic insomnia with proven non-drug behavioural therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), Acceptance and Commitment T ...
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Hang Ruan Featured
Mr. Ruan is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with 20 years of experience in mental health and behavioral treatment. He currently offers Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Nightmares (CBT-N), and Image Rehearsal Therapy (IRT) to individuals via telehealth in Washington. He has worked with individuals with complex conditions including substance use disorders, chronic pain, and serious mental illness. Mr. Ruan has previously served as Program Manager of the Co-occurring Disorders Program in VA Puget Sound Health Care System, as well as Quality Improvement consultant for various VA hospitals throughout the Northwest.
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Joanna Chen, PhD Featured
Dr. Joanna Chen is a board-certified behavioral sleep medicine specialist and licensed psychologist. She specializes in behavioral treatments of insomnia, nightmares, and circadian rhythm misalignments. She offers Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Nightmares (CBT-N), using evidence-based strategies to help clients improve sleep quality, reduce nighttime anxiety, and re-establish healthy sleep patterns. She also supports individuals who wish to safely taper off sleep medications through structured behavioral strategies that promote restorative sleep that is sustainable.
In addition to her specialty in sleep, Dr. Chen has extensive experience treating depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, and eating disorders. She integrates trauma-informed ...
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Ryan Wetzler, PsyD, DBSM, ABPP Featured
Behavioral Sleep Specialist with over 2 decades of clinical experience in the differential diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders and related conditions.
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Brad Wolgast Featured
I am passionate about healthy sleep and helping people sleep better. I've been treating patients for sleep problems and training health professionals about sleep since 2000. Currently, I work via Telehealth from my office in Media, PA with patients from all over the US. Let's connect to make your sleep healthier!
The more mundane details: My training in sleep was completed in 2012 through supervision with Philip Gehrman, PhD, CBSM, a sleep researcher and clinician at the University of Pennsylvania. I completed an APA-Accredited Psychology Internship and Post-Doctoral Fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania in 2001. I worked at the University of Pennsylvania's Counseling and Psychological Services as a psychologist for seven years. Then I worked at the University of Delaware Center ...
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Tracy Hannigan Featured
I'm Tracy Hannigan, an insomnia therapist practising exclusively online via Zoom. I specialise in CBT-I (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia) and ACT-I (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Insomnia) for adults with chronic insomnia. I'm also an ACE Certified Health Coach with a specialism in Behavioural Change, offering a coaching support to those in the process of working through their insomnia. Clinically, I'm a registered osteopath.
I work with people who have been struggling with sleep for months or years -- those who have tried sleep hygiene, apps, and medication and are still not sleeping. My approach addresses the conditioned arousal and psychological patterns that maintain insomnia, not just the surface symptoms.
Who I work with:
Adults with chronic insomnia (d ...
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Chris Chiros Featured
Sleep is foundational to everything we do. When you aren't sleeping well, handling life’s daily stressors can feel overwhelming.
I provide skills-focused, evidence-based treatments for sleep problems including:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). This is the gold standard treatment for insomnia. Whether you've struggled with your symptoms for years or this is a relatively new problem; this treatment can help you get consistently better sleep, usually in about six sessions.
Nightmare Therapy. Imagery Rehearsal Therapy (IRT) can reduce recurring, distressing nightmares, usually in about four sessions.
CPAP Adherence. If you are struggling to use your prescribed PAP equipment for sleep apnea I can help you gain the skills to adjust to using it regularly, usually i ...
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Larissa Tate, PhD Featured
Dr. Larissa Tate is a licensed clinical psychologist and received her first Master's Degree in Clinical Psychological Science from the University of Maryland. She then attended the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences for her Master's and Doctoral Degrees in Clinical Psychology. She completed her APA-accredited internship with the University of Alabama-Birmingham VA Medical Center Consortium. Dr. Tate is licensed in New York, Maryland, and Alabama and is a registered telehealth provider in Florida.
Dr. Tate has extensive experience and training in a variety of settings, including sleep clinics, primary care, hospitals, outpatient mental health clinics, and inpatient medical units. In 2024, she ventured into private practice and specializes in the treatment of sleep disor ...
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Brenda Logan Featured
As a Counselling Therapist and Registered Nurse with a focus on ADHD, Sleep Problems, and Mindfulness, I offer professional and confidential support tailored to those navigating ADHD (formerly known as ADD), sleep disturbances, and a wide spectrum of personal, relationship, and social challenges.
My approach blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), including CBT for Insomnia (CBT-I) and CBT for Nightmares (CBT-N), with mindfulness and attachment theory practices. This integrated method is designed to assist individuals, couples, and groups in achieving better sleep, effectively managing ADHD symptoms, enhancing communication, addressing parenting challenges, and overcoming depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, life transitions, loss, and other life hurdles.
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Katherine Fedele, PhD Featured
I have extensive training and experience in providing CBT-I to adults and older adults. As a staff psychologist at the Indianapolis VAMC, I completed the VHA's CBT-I certificate program. Additionally, I have trained students and clinicians in CBT-I. I also am trained in CBT for Nightmares (CBT-N). Now in private practice, I remain passionate about helping individuals aged 18 years and older with their sleep.
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Kristen Stone, PhD Featured
Dr. Kristen Stone is a behavioral sleep specialist and Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Human Behavior at The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University. She has over twenty years of experience treating individuals with sleep and circadian disorders and is licensed in RI and MA and authorized to practice interjurisdictional telepsychology in PSYPACT-participating states. Learn more on the web at stonepsyc.com. Follow Dr. Stone @sleeplovewell.
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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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Omrit Silberstein Featured
Dr. Silberstein is a clinical psychologist specializing in Behavioral Sleep Medicine. Her practice focuses on helping individuals overcome insomnia, nightmares, circadian rhythms disorders, parasomnias, and difficulties adjusting to CPAP use.
Dr. Silberstein is a Diplomate in Behavioral Sleep Medicine.
In addition to her Behavioral Sleep Medicine practice, Dr. Silberstein helps clients address symptoms and concerns related to mood and anxiety disorders; adjustment to new situations (e.g., pregnancy and parenthood, career change, retirement); and difficulties in relationship.
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Rachel Freund Featured
Dr. Rachel Freund has a passion for helping adults restore their sleep health and move forward to what is most meaningful to them. She has extensive and specialized training in contemporary, evidence-based therapies that target insomnia, nightmares, and CPAP anxiety/compliance. Additionally, Dr. Freund specializes in treating individuals with post-traumatic stress, anxiety disorders, and substance use problems, whether in the context of sleep disturbances or not. She provides care in WA and via telehealth to individuals in PSYPACT states.
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Daniella Marchetti Featured
Dr. Daniella Marchetti obtained two master's degrees and her PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of Miami. The focus of her training has been in Health Psychology, and she has obtained experience in medical settings as well as private practice. Her area of expertise is in behavioral sleep medicine, having treated a variety of sleep concerns in medically complex cases over the years, including insomnia, nightmares, hypersomnia, and PAP adherence for sleep apnea. While she works as a Clinical Psychologist at the Miami VAMC with veterans, she has also established her sleep centered private practice to continue growing in her passion. She provides teletherapy services at this time.
She is PSYPACT certified and provides teletherapy across 42 states. She can also provide therapy ...
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Dr Theresa Stockwell Featured
I'm a Lifestyle Medicine GP registered with Medicare to provide Focused Psychological Strategies and accredited with the Australasian Sleep Association to provide CBT for Insomnia under the GP Mental Health Treatment Plan. I provide a holistic approach to treating Insomnia with a deep understanding of how our bodies, minds and lifestyles can impact a good night sleep. My skill set is well suited to treating Insomnia in the context of co-morbid mental and chronic physical health conditions including during Perimenopause/Menopause. I'm a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners and currently working towards a Fellowship in Lifestyle Medicine. I'm a member of the Society of Behavioural Sleep Medicine, Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine, Australian Society of Psy ...
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