Profession: Therapist

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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Are you tired but wired at night? Wake up at 3am and can't fall back asleep? Exhausted but your brain won't shut off? Did you know that medication is not the first line recommendation for getting back to sleep? I'm an LCSW based in South Bend, Indiana and training in CBT-I with Stanford University's Sleep Health & Insomnia Program in their Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences. I received my MSW from Columbia University's School of Social Work in 2010. I'm looking for clients struggling with insomnia for remote sessions and am available on weekdays after 4:30PM and weekends. I know firsthand from family experience how difficult insomnia can be, and how if left untreated can snowball into more issues. Because of this I decided to get training in CBT-I to help others ...
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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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I am a licensed clinical psychologist with 20 years of experience treating insomnia and sleep disorders. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Insomnia (ACT-I) in order to bring about the most restful nighttime experience possible. I also specialize in "CPAP Insomnia" with a focus on increasing CPAP adherence, tolerating the CPAP mask, reducing fragmented sleep and sleep disruption, and managing feelings of Claustrophobia or anxiety. Treatment approaches are tailored to your individual needs and address mental health symptoms such as racing thoughts, worried thoughts, panic attacks, PTSD, trauma, nighttime waking, nightmares, chronic pain, life transition, and life stress. I can be contacted at cognitivebehavioralcouns ...
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I provide Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) to adults throughout Washington State who are struggling with difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up too early. As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I bring a warm, collaborative approach to CBT-I, recognizing that sleep difficulties often occur alongside stress, anxiety, and changes in daily life. I have a special interest in working with women experiencing sleep changes during midlife and menopause, when hormonal changes and other factors can affect sleep. My goal is to provide practical, evidence-based treatment while helping clients feel supported, understood, and more confident in their ability to sleep well again.
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Dr. Miodownik is a clinical psychologist board certified in Geropsychology whose practice focuses on insomnia, chronic pain, trauma, and adjustment to illness, particularly among older adults. Following his internship at Long Island Jewish Medical Center–Zucker Hillside Hospital, he completed a postdoctoral fellowship in Geropsychology at the Brooklyn VA and trained in CBT-I within the VA system. Dr. Miodownik offers CBT-I tailored to the changes in sleep that often accompany aging, as well as to the needs of individuals managing complex medical conditions. His prior roles in VA primary care, long-term care, and hospice settings involved treating sleep disturbance alongside chronic pain, PTSD, depression, cancer, and other medical illness. He is committed to helping patients restore restfu ...
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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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*Note- I do not currently have space on my caseload for new therapy clients, but you are still welcome to contact me to schedule an intake to be matched with another CBT-i provider at CEH or placed on our waiting list. * Dr. Hicks provides evidence-based therapy for adults and adolescents located in New York and New Jersey to address a range of mental health concerns, including sleep/insomnia, anxiety, trauma, stress, adjustment, depression, perfectionism, obsessive-compulsive disorder, body-focused repetitive behaviors (skin picking, hair pulling), and ADHD/executive functioning challenges. Dr. Hicks has been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i), Brief Behavioral Treatment for Insomnia (BBTI), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ...
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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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Hi, my name is Lorraine Irlam. I’m a Registered Clinical Counsellor in Vancouver, BC and the founder of Insomnia Help Canada. If struggling to fall asleep, tossing and turning at night, or waking up too early has become your norm, you are not alone. Like you, I felt hopeless and desperate about my inability to sleep. And after a 20-year battle with chronic insomnia, I found a way to reclaim my life. Enter cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia (or CBT-I), a practical, drug-free approach backed by decades of research that addresses the causes of your sleep problems. I also find acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and mindful self-compassion (MSC) to be invaluable additions to help people improve their sleep – and their quality of life. There’s nothing more rewarding ...
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- PhD in Rehabilitation sciences and mini-fellowship in sleep medicine from University of Pennsylvania - Master's degree in Neuromascular Rehabilitation from University of Pittsburgh - Research Assistant and PhD graduate from University of Kansas Medical Center Main work with patients: * The role of Physical Therapy in behavioral sleep medicine * Understanding the impact of poor sleep on person’s life. * Exploring ‎the current sleep assessments for clinics and research purposes.‎ * Facilitating physical therapy education for better sleep. * Applying first line sleep interventions for insomnia.
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Accepted insurances: Aetna, CareOregon, Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Moda Health, PacificSource, Providence, Regence BlueShield, Trillium and UnitedHealthcare. I provide evidence-based CBT-I for chronic insomnia. While many people complete treatment in about six sessions, some benefit from additional tailored sessions when insomnia occurs alongside sleep apnea. Schedule a 15 minute video call via my website: www.portlandsleeptherapy.com to learn more.
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I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (IA), Licensed Professional Counselor–Mental Health (SD) and a Licensed Addiction Counselor (SD) 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 Boar ...
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We all know that getting good sleep is important. It is foundational to our well being. When we’re not getting the rest we need, it can feel like we’re running on empty - physically, mentally, and emotionally. Sleep deprivation doesn’t just affect our energy levels; it impacts our mood, memory, and even our ability to handle stress. As a therapist, I  bring over 20 years of experience to help people with various life issues. I specialize in helping individuals get their sleep back on track, let go of constant worry, and feel more at peace using the proven techniques of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). This approach is short-term, usually lasting about 6-8 sessions." For many years, I struggled with insomnia. I finally found the help I needed in CBT-I which ...
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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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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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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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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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Are you worried about the impact of sleeplessness on your health, relationships and career? Are you wanting to get off sleeping medication (or avoid starting it in the first place), but worried you can't sleep without it? I help adults who are on their umpteenth night of crappy sleep, heal their natural sleep mechanism and finally get consistent sleep again, usually in just 6-8 weeks. [ Ready to get started right away? Book your first session or ask a question here: https://www.bodymindalliancecc.com/get-in-touch ] Clients often come to me desperate, anxious and tired. They’ve tried lots of other things already so they’re looking for an expert, not a generalist who just knows a little about sleep. They want someone who can take their unique health and sleep challenges into acc ...
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