Profession: Therapist

Tired all day, wired at night? Many people with insomnia feel exhausted during the day, only to find that their brain becomes alert, busy, or frustrated the moment they lie down. Over time, sleep can start to feel like something you have to chase, monitor, or “fix” — which often makes the cycle even more exhausting. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and CBTI-C Credential Holder in Behavioral Sleep Medicine, awarded by the Board of Behavioral Sleep Medicine. I offer Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia to adults struggling with chronic insomnia, sleep-related anxiety or worry, racing thoughts at night, frequent awakenings, early morning awakenings, or difficulty trusting sleep again after a long struggle. I have been licensed since 2005 and have advanced training in CBT-I, ...
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If you've been lying awake night after night, exhausted but unable to sleep, you already know that willpower and sleep hygiene tips aren't enough. Chronic insomnia has a way of becoming self-sustaining, the more you try to fix it, the worse it gets. CBT-I breaks that cycle by targeting the thoughts and behaviors that are keeping your sleep broken, without medication and without an indefinite course of treatment. Most of my clients with insomnia are high-functioning adults who have been managing poor sleep for months or years, often alongside anxiety or depression. They've tried everything they can think of on their own. What they haven't tried is a structured, evidence-based approach designed specifically for the way insomnia actually works. CBT-I is the gold-standard, first-line tre ...
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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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I help adults experiencing persistent sleep difficulties improve their sleep and regain greater confidence in their ability to sleep well. My approach integrates CBT-I principles and techniques with elements of ACT-I, mindfulness, and cognitive behavioural hypnotherapy. The work may focus on difficulties falling asleep, night-time awakenings, early morning awakenings, and worry or concern related to sleep. I completed specialist CBT-I training with Dr Jason Ellis at The Sleep Consultancy Ltd and training in ACT based on the model developed by Dr Steven Hayes. I am also a qualified Level 5 Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist. My approach is practical and compassionate, focused on real, lasting change.
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I am a Licensed Professional Counselor–Mental Health (LPC-MH) and a Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC) with 30 years of experience, specializing in addiction, depression, anxiety, grief, and trauma. In recent years, I have completed extensive training in sleep disorders and have become particularly passionate about providing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) and Imagery Rehearsal Therapy for Nightmares (IRT). These evidence-based interventions are highly effective—often producing meaningful improvements in about two months—and provide long-term benefits that can serve as an alternative to medication for many clients. I am among the first in the nation to earn the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia Credential (CBTI-C) from the Board of Behavioral Sleep Medicine. I ...
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Chronic insomnia is very debilitating. During bouts of disrupted sleep, it can feel like your sleep system is broken and it will never work again. When you haven’t slept well in many weeks, it becomes difficult to think of anything else except “how can I or when will I sleep again?” ​ Unfortunately, during these periods of poor sleep we tend to engage in behaviors that may feel good in the short term (napping, spending excessive time in bed, going to bed very early, resting a lot, conserving energy, delaying living) but these coping behaviors actually perpetuate insomnia. ​ During CBTi, I will ask you to complete daily sleep diaries so I can get a very clear understanding of how you are currently sleeping and I want to know your “sleep story” – how your insomnia began, and what thoug ...
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I have been a practicing therapist for approximately 10 years. I consider myself to be a generalist practitioner. I currently provide mental health and substance use disorder outpatient treatment at a community health center. I have a passion for helping all people and I intentionally situate myself in a community health center environment to reach all people. I completed University of Pennsylvania's CBT-I course in October 2024.
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I have a masters degree (MS) in clinical psychology with an emphasis on health psychology. I worked at the Mayo Clinic for 13 years in their Behavioral Medicine/Health Psychology section of the Dept of Psychiatry and Psychology. While at Mayo, Peter Hauri, PhD was my supervisor and I was therefore informally trained in CBT-I over the many years we worked together before his retirement. I have also attended CBT-I lectures over the past 25 years. I specialize in working with adults who have chronic medical conditions (pain, diabetes, seizures, stroke, gastrointestinal disorders, etc), anxiety disorders, stress and sleep (primarily insomnia and CPAP adherence) and use CBT and Motivational Interviewing approaches to treatment. I have been in private practice since 2011. I am currently 10 ...
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I believe that sleep is a crucial component of overall health and well-being. My approach is rooted in the principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), focusing on identifying and modifying the cognitive and behavioral factors that perpetuate insomnia. By using tailored interventions, I aim to help you develop healthier sleep patterns, improve sleep quality, and enhance your daily functioning. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental, and collaborative therapeutic environment where you can feel supported and understood. Together, we will work to identify the underlying causes of your sleep issues and develop a personalized treatment plan. My goal is to empower you with the tools and strategies needed to achieve long-lasting improvements in your sleep and overall qual ...
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Arati Patel, MA, LMFT is a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in the treatment of insomnia and anxiety-related sleep difficulties. She has completed advanced training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) through Stanford and is working toward Society for Behavioral Sleep Medicine (SBSM) certification. Arati provides short-term, evidence-based CBT-I programs (6–8 sessions) for adults experiencing difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking unrefreshed. Her approach integrates the gold-standard CBT-I protocol with mindfulness and holistic strategies to support both sleep and overall well-being. She offers private-pay CBT-I therapy online throughout California and Illinois, as well as in-person in Ventura, CA. Clients may pursue CBT-I as a stand ...
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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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I am a HCPC registered Occupational Therapist having qualified in 2010 with a Masters degree. The focus of my private practice is on improving quality of life and one of the most impactful occupations for this is sleep. I spent nearly 9 years working in the National Health Service with specialism in neurology before moving to work in private practice. I am also trained in Health Coaching and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy which I combine with my Occupational Therapy approach to support adults to live a healthy, fulfilled life through sleep and lifestyle interventions including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia. Sleep is fundamental to health, wellbeing and daytime functioning. Quality sleep is associated with improved mood, cognitive function, physical performance and life s ...
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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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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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You just want to scream. It’s torture to feel bone-tired in your whole body, but be utterly unable to sleep. You are exhausted, frustrated, and tired. Will this ever end?! There is hope! Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) is the “gold standard” in the treatment of insomnia. CBT-I is an effective treatment for chronic sleep problems. Ready to start waking feeling rested and refreshed? Call me today at (503) 915-4906 to schedule a free 20-minute consultation.
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