It is understandable to feel frustrated and stuck when it comes to sleep difficulties. I regularly work with individuals who struggle with falling and/or staying asleep, inconsistent sleep schedules, and worry about sleep. I am a clinical and performance psychologist. Therefore, many individuals I work with also have concerns about the ways in which sleep might impact their ability to function and perform at their best. I hold a PhD in clinical psychology with training in health and performance psychology, as well as a Diplomate in Behavioral Sleep Medicine (DBSM). I have advance training in behavioral sleep medicine through the Sleep Research Society’s mentorship program under the guidance of Dr. Michael Grandner. I offer virtual services in over 40 states including Minnesota, New ...
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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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I specialize in therapy for insomnia and other sleep difficulties across the lifespan. I provide Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) and behavioral sleep medicine in English and Spanish. I work with people who struggle with insomnia, circadian rhythm disruption, sleep anxiety, co-occurring insomnia and sleep apnea, and sleep difficulties related to chronic pain and medical conditions. My practice affirms diverse identities, including LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent individuals, and is trauma-informed. My interest in sleep medicine grew from training and working in medical settings with patients whose lives were shaped by chronic pain, illness, and medical conditions. I saw how disrupted sleep could worsen pain, mood, attention, and daily functioning, and how improving sleep o ...
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I am a licensed therapist (LPCC) located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. I completed the CBT-I training in 2022 and it has been such a gift to see the positive impact on my clients. In addition to insomnia, I have experience working with anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions, and relationship challenges.
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As a seasoned psychotherapist, I specialize in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), offering both foundational and advanced solutions for sleep disturbances. Trained at the University of Pennsylvania's Perelman School of Medicine, I provide a structured CBT-I program tailored to individual needs, typically spanning 8 to 12 weeks. This approach is designed for clients seeking effective alternatives to traditional sleep medications, focusing on practical strategies to improve sleep and overall well-being. Beyond CBT-I, my practice encompasses individual psychotherapy and couples counseling, integrating humanistic, psychodynamic, and cognitive-behavioral theories. My therapeutic approach is informed by a commitment to genuineness, empathy, and an understanding of the profound ...
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