Profession: Social Worker

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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-15 years providing CBT-I -Stanford University CBTi Certified -Tinnitus & Sleep -Anxiety & Sleep -Medication-Free sleep -Medication Discontinuation -CBT-I for improved daily functioning & performance -29 years specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Anxiety & Depression - She has a Masters degree in Cultural Anthropology and finds people interesting and sociology helpful. -Telemedicine using your PPO or OON Benefits. Michele does not participate with any insurance plan as an in-network provider.
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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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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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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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Katie Bernard is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in the treatment of insomnia and anxiety related sleep problems with the use of CBT-I. In addition, she specializes in treating anxiety including Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder and panic attacks, nightmares, health anxiety, traumatic experiences, or those who struggle with chronic stress, overthinking, and perfectionism. Treatment is tailored to each client's individual needs and Katie blends a variety of evidenced-based practices including CBT-I, CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Accelerated Resolution Therapy. She is compassionate and practical while she helps her clients create meaningful change. CBT-I is offered as a stand alone treatment or in conjunction with ad ...
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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 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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I provide Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) within an adult mental health Partial Care (PC) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), offering evidence-based sleep treatment for individuals experiencing significant mental health challenges, and for those navigating mental health challenges during the perinatal period. Sleep concerns are first addressed during an initial consultation during which sleep-focused psychoeducation will be provided. Follow-up CBT-I sessions may be recommended to address thoughts and behaviors negatively impacting your sleep. Addressing sleep concerns is an important part of your overall wellness and mental health recovery. At this time, access to sleep services, including sleep consultations and CBT-I, requires active participation in our PC or I ...
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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) provider with extensive experience helping adults improve their sleep and overall well-being. Since becoming certified in CBT-I in 2015, I have provided evidence-based insomnia treatment in both healthcare and private practice settings, including many years serving Veterans within the VA healthcare system. CBT-I is the gold-standard, non-medication treatment for chronic insomnia. I work collaboratively with clients to identify and change the thoughts, behaviors, and sleep patterns that contribute to persistent sleep difficulties, helping them achieve more restful and restorative sleep. I currently provide CBT-I through my private practice and offer virtual services to adults located ...
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I accept Insurance: Aetna, Carelon, Cigna & Evernorth, Optum, Oscar, Oxford, Providence, United Medical Resources (UMR), and United (UHC/UBH). 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'l ...
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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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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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Dr. Lynn Charles is a licensed psychologist and social worker with more than 25 years of experience in the mental health field. Dr. Charles specializes in helping adults struggling with insomnia, anxiety, stress, life transitions, and women’s mental health concerns. She provides Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), an evidence-based treatment designed to improve sleep without relying on medication. Her approach is warm, collaborative, and practical, helping clients develop healthier sleep patterns while addressing the thoughts, behaviors, and stressors that interfere with restorative sleep. Dr. Charles has experience working in integrated healthcare settings and understands the connection between sleep, emotional health, medical conditions, and daily functioning. She ha ...
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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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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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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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Are you a mom or caregiver who is always putting others before yourself? Libby Hayes is a therapist and social worker dedicated to working with stressed out moms in all seasons. If you have been experiencing insomnia acutely during pregnancy or postpartum or for years after having children, during perimenopause or menopause, CBT-I can improve your sleep and your life. Libby provides therapy online in Virginia and Washington, DC. She is also a certified Run, Walk, Talk therapist and provides sessions in nature in Arlington, VA for moms managing the overwhelm of parenting, marriage, and work.
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What keeps you up at night? Is it stress, anxiety, sleep disturbances, or life events? Do you want to try to address an old problem in a new way? My specialties include: insomnia, dreams/nightmares, trauma/PTSD, anxiety, Veterans, life transitions I have seen evidence-based practices for insomnia, nightmares and trauma begin to alleviate debilitating symptoms in a very short amount of time. Whether you have been suffering for 3 months or 3 decades, I have witnessed people recover and regain a quality of their lives they thought was lost. I am currently able to provide therapy to clients in New York, New Jersey, Maine, Massachusetts, Vermont, Delaware, Virginia, West Virginia, South Carolina, and Florida. ...
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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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