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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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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I am a clinical social worker who came to sleep disorders work through a colleague, Wilfred Pigeon, PhD At the University of Rochester Medical Center. I was trained and supervised by him to be the sleep interventionist in 2 randomized clinical trial studies. This hooked me, because as a therapist for 25+ years at the time I met Wil, I never knew anything more that sleep hygiene tips to share with clients, but with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for insomnia, I now have evidence based practice skills to help my clients + psychotherapy skills-a game changer for many! Now, 10+ years after my initial training, I have helped over 1,000 clients at the University of Rochester Medical Center's Sleep Disorders Clinic as well as in my private practice. Feel free to reach out to me if you reside in New ...
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Insomnia has taken over your life. You find yourself in a cycle of worry about sleep, increased anxiety as bedtime approaches, feeling so, so tired…..and yet, no sleep. Then you’re a wreck during the day. Tired but wired. You are ready for help from someone who truly understands. Hi! I’m Jessica and I’m a therapist in Austin who helps people struggling with insomnia to fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and decrease their anxiety around sleep. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Insomnia which is the gold standard for treating this condition. My clients say they are getting to sleep faster, staying asleep longer, and feel much more functional during the day. CBT-I is typically 6-8 sessions and highly structured. I am confident we can adapt if the set structure does ...
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With over 9 years of experience in all levels of care from therapeutic schools to assessing for residential care, I bring an ecletic and personalized approach to therapy based on multidiscplinary collaboration. I specialize in helping adolescents and adults process trauma, manage anxiety, and overcome insomnia using EMDR and CBT-I (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia). My primary focuses are trauma, sleep issues, anxiety, and adolescent mental health. Through my specialties, I use my EMDR expertise to address the unresolved, my CBT-I certification can help break cyclical insomnia while also using trauma based interventions to reinforce breaking patterns.
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Hafina Allen is a Licensed Clinician Social Worker specializing in Cognitive Beharioural Therapy (CBT), including CBT-i. She is also a Board Certified-TeleMental Health Provider. She started her career working at Mount Sinai Medical Center in the Brain Injury Research Center, where she was part of team of researchers who were awarded the American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine’s Licht Award for excellence in scientific writing. The focus of the research was the adaptation of CBT skills for groups of patients being treated for post TBI symptoms. She went on to work at Mount Sinai West, Mount Sinai Saint Lukes and Mount Sinai Morning Side Hospitals before starting in private practice. She received her MSW from the Silver School of Social Work at New York University. She has studied CBT ...
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Insomnia and sleep difficulties can have devastating effects on your mood, energy level, focus, and overall health. Quality sleep therapy can transform your life by reducing anxiety, improving cognitive function, strengthening your immune system, and enhancing emotional regulation. CBT for Insomnia specifically offers long-lasting results without medication side effects, addressing the root causes rather than just symptoms. Elise is trained and certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia, and is a member of the Society of Behavioral Sleep Medicine. Elise is highly trained and has unique expertise in sleep and insomnia treatment, rooted in research but customized to your individual needs to maximize improvement in your quality of life. Her approach combines evidence-based techniq ...
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Erika Lundgren is a licensed independent clinical social worker based in New Hampshire, working with adults across the lifespan, with a focus on helping those who struggle with sleep difficulties. Her clients come to her having issues falling asleep and waking up in the middle of the night who have tried medication, relaxation, new mattresses with no long term success. Erika is particularly sensitive to clients facing moments of transition like a move to a new city, job loss, break up, life stress, and symptoms of anxiety that can have negative impacts on sleep. Erika’s approach is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia, an evidenced based treatment that focuses on helping patients understand the root cause of their sleep, learn new strategies to manage sleep anxieties, and ...
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Sarah Hines, MSSW, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker embedded within the UT Erlanger Neurology clinic in Chattanooga, Tennessee. She provides psychotherapy for patients living with neuropsychiatric conditions, acquired brain injuries (including stroke and traumatic brain injury), and neurological disorders influenced by psychological stressors. Sarah also supports individuals with psychogenic or functional neurological symptoms and offers counseling for caregivers navigating the emotional and practical challenges of supporting loved ones with neurological illness. Sarah earned her Bachelor’s degree in Philosophy (with a concentration in ethics) from Wake Forest University and her Master of Science in Social Work from the University of Texas at Austin, where she completed her cl ...
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Has sleep been stressful instead of restful? Do you find yourself dreading bedtime or lying awake for hours just waiting and waiting for sleep to come? To top it all off, you're so tired during the days fighting the desire to nap and yet still can't seem to sleep well at night. No matter if these struggles are new or something you've experienced for some time, I've got your back. Using CBT-I, I love helping people achieve consistent, quality rest regardless of what is going on in life. Through this modality, we will work together to unlearn your current sleep habits and hone new skills and strategies to have a truly positive relationship with sleep. In doing this, many people notice benefits in their stress levels, relationships, work life, and so much more. If you're looking for hea ...
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Has sleep been stressful instead of restful? Do you find yourself dreading bedtime or lying awake for hours just waiting and waiting for sleep to come? To top it all off, you're so tired during the days fighting the desire to nap and yet still can't seem to sleep well at night. No matter if these struggles are new or something you've experienced for some time, I've got your back. Using CBT-I, I love helping people achieve consistent, quality rest regardless of what is going on in life. Through this modality, we will work together to unlearn your current sleep habits and hone new skills and strategies to have a truly positive relationship with sleep. In doing this, many people notice benefits in their stress levels, relationships, work life, and so much more. If you're looking for hea ...
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I work with teens and adults across Idaho, Wyoming, and Utah struggling with anxiety, OCD, and insomnia. My clients want to worry less, sleep better, and live with greater confidence and freedom. I completed basic and advanced training in cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) with Drs. Perlis, Posner, Ellis, and Grandner at the University of Pennsylvania's Perelman School of Medicine in 2024 and 2026. I offer CBT-I both as a standalone treatment and integrated with anxiety or OCD treatment when appropriate. I consult with leading experts in the field weekly to review cases and bring evidence-based behavioral sleep medicine to the rural communities I serve.
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Hello, my name is Mariam Daneshgar and I am a Registered Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist. My practice exclusively focuses on supporting individuals struggling with Insomnia and related sleep challenges, as well as Anxiety disorders. I provide assessments and treatments virtually to adults across Ontario and Nova Scotia. My practice is to gain a deep understanding of your sleep profile and why you are sleeping poorly through a comprehensive assessment. My primary approach to treating insomnia involves Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). You will be provided with practical tools to readjust and reset your sleep and to effectively manage general or sleep-related anxieties to prevent them from taking over. The overall goal of the treatment will be to resolv ...
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Hafina Allen is a Licensed Clinician Social Worker specializing in Cognitive Beharioural Therapy (CBT), including CBT-i. She is also a Board Certified-TeleMental Health Provider. She started her career working at Mount Sinai Medical Center in the Brain Injury Research Center, where she was part of team of researchers who were awarded the American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine’s Licht Award for excellence in scientific writing. The focus of the research was the adaptation of CBT skills for groups of patients being treated for post TBI symptoms. She went on to work at Mount Sinai West, Mount Sinai Saint Lukes and Mount Sinai Morning Side Hospitals before starting in private practice. She received her MSW from the Silver School of Social Work at New York University. She has studied CBT ...
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Hello, my name is Mariam Daneshgar and I am a Registered Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist. My practice exclusively focuses on supporting individuals struggling with Insomnia and related sleep challenges, as well as Anxiety disorders. I provide assessments and treatments virtually to adults across Ontario and Nova Scotia. My practice is to gain a deep understanding of your sleep profile and why you are sleeping poorly through a comprehensive assessment. My primary approach to treating insomnia involves Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). You will be provided with practical tools to readjust and reset your sleep and to effectively manage general or sleep-related anxieties to prevent them from taking over. The overall goal of the treatment will be to resolve sl ...
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I am a psychotherapist in private practice serving the states of California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, and Florida. I received insomnia psychotherapy training in CBT-I from the University of Arizona Sleep & Health Research Program and the Center for Deployment Psychology. More broadly, I am a relational and experiential psychotherapist utilizing somatic experiencing (SE), accelerated experiential dynamic psychotherapy (AEDP), and internal family systems (IFS). When working in short-term insomnia focused therapy, I occasionally integrate experiential methods, particularly from somatic experiencing. I have worked with clients who have reached out exclusively to do CBT-I, and I have also worked with my existing long-term clients with CBT-I. I accept certain insurance plans in MA and am an OO ...
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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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Hafina Allen is a Licensed Clinician Social Worker specializing in Cognitive Beharioural Therapy (CBT), including CBT-i. She is also a Board Certified-TeleMental Health Provider. She started her career working at Mount Sinai Medical Center in the Brain Injury Research Center, where she was part of team of researchers who were awarded the American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine’s Licht Award for excellence in scientific writing. The focus of the research was the adaptation of CBT skills for groups of patients being treated for post TBI symptoms. She went on to work at Mount Sinai West, Mount Sinai Saint Lukes and Mount Sinai Morning Side Hospitals before starting in private practice. She received her MSW from the Silver School of Social Work at New York University. She has studied CBT ...
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Brittany received her Masters Degree from UW-Madison in Clinical Social Work. She obtained her LCSW in 2020 and has been working as a therapist since 2009. She is recently trained in CBT-I and started practicing in behavioral sleep medicine. She is currently practicing in WI and MN at Nystrom and Associates and currently treating Insomnia, CPAP adherence, and circadian rhythm disorder shift worker type. She is working to gain more education and experience to address additional behavioral sleeping disorders.
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Check out my website: Centerforslumber.com I partner with those frustrated with their sleep & desperate for more restful nights. Treatment for insomnia typically only takes 6-8 sessions. Together, we can develop a treatment plan to you get the restorative sleep you need. During which we can also work with your prescriber to get you off of sleep aids. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) & other evidence-based techniques to identify and addressing the root causes of your insomnia. Nightmare treatment typically only takes 4 sessions. I am currently accepting new clients who reside in Texas and Colorado. I accept insurance (you'll get an estimate of your session cost before our appointment) or pay out-of-pocket ($150/session). View my calendar to schedule with an appoin ...
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