Profession: Psychotherapist

Kristen Howerton is a seasoned therapist with 20 years of experience in private practice, specializing in treating insomnia through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). Drawing from her extensive background in therapy, she employs evidence-based techniques to address the underlying causes of sleep disturbances. With compassionate and personalized care, she guides clients in developing effective strategies to improve sleep quality and restore overall well-being. In addition to CBT-I Kristen also uses mindfulness-based interventions, acceptance and commitment therapy and traditional CBT to reduce general anxiety that might be contributing to insomnia, as well as psychodrama to address trauma that can also hinder sleep. Kristen has a compassionate but direct approach to therapy. ...
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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 help adults who feel overwhelmed, disconnected, powerless, or unsure where to begin with therapy. As a licensed clinical psychologist, my approach is warm and grounded in evidence-based care. I specialize in sleep, trauma, anxiety, depression, OCD, grief, and chronic pain. We’ll work together to find an approach that feels both effective and manageable for you. I am trauma-informed, kink- and poly-aware, and gender-affirming. I was trained and certified in bCBT-I at the New Jersey VA Healthcare Center. Our work may draw from CBT, DBT, and ACT, as well as trauma-focused therapies such as CPT and PE. We may also incorporate exposure-based strategies, like ERP, or tools to improve sleep, like CBT-I. Together, we’ll make sense of what you’re experiencing and develop practical strategies y ...
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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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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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I understand just how debilitating insomnia can be. I collaborate with my clients to help them achieve a better night's sleep. I meet with clients via telehealth throughout the state of NC. I take most major private insurances & offer superbills for those who would like to use out of network benefits.
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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 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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I use evidenced based CBT-I to achieve rapid and lasting benefit for insomnia. I am a Ph.D. prepared board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner that combines the clinical expertise of psychiatry while providing the compassionate and holistic approach of a psychiatric nurse. I offer a personalized path to achieve restful nights of sleep and overcome insomnia. My approach is comprehensive, grounded by empathy, and rooted in evidence based science. I will be your guide and support you through gaining control over your insomnia. I’m confident we can restore balance in your busy days and resolve sleepless nights. Be well.
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Let's face it. You've probably tried it all: mindfullness practices, reading self-help books, taking melatonin, using prescribed sleep medication, maybe you've even enlisted Chat-GPT. Some of it's worked, maybe for awhile. But today, your sleep is not where you'd like it to be. You're still fatigued, drowsy, and generally dreading attempting to sleep tonight. Let's change this. Since you're here, you probably have heard of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i), you might even know that it is the first line recommended treatment for Insomnia (due to the strong research evidence supporting it's effectiveness and safety). CBT-i can help you change your relationship with sleep so that the struggle is stopped and sleep can become your friend. You can wake up feeling rested and ...
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Rachel is a licensed mental health counselor specializing in treating sleep concerns. She earned a Bachelors degree in psychology from Brown University and a Masters in Counseling from Salve Regina University. Prior to starting RI Sleep Therapy, Rachel trained and worked as a research and clinical therapist at Butler & Newport Hospitals, and in college counseling and addiction treatment settings. In each of these clinical settings she has seen that when sleep is not going well, it is a great struggle, if not impossible, to make progress in other areas of life. For this reason, sleep has been an area of ongoing clinical interest, focus and specialized training throughout her counseling career. In addition to Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), Rachel’s training and clinical app ...
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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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Catherine is a highly specialist Cognitive Behavioural Therapist working in the field of sleep medicine, with over 20 years of experience in the NHS. She is the Lead Therapist in the Insomnia and Behavioural Sleep Medicine Department at the Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine, providing clinical leadership in the delivery of evidence-based psychological interventions for sleep disorders. In addition to her clinical work, Catherine teaches the two-day professional training programme in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), equipping healthcare professionals with the skills and confidence to deliver effective, evidence-based treatment. She has specialist interests in nightmares and in sleep across the female lifespan, including menopause-related sleep disturbanc ...
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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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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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Hello! I am psychologist specializing in anxiety, depression, and trauma in adults. I see many of these clients for insomnia or insomnia-related concerns. I also provide CBT-I as an additional resource for those already engaged in individual therapy. I am licensed in Maryland, DC, and Ohio, and have PsyPact certification to work with folks in most states in the US. I am accepting new clients at this time, and currently offer telehealth appointments.
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I specialized in anxiety disorders, OCD-related disorders, and also treat primary insomnia and BFRBs. I have a master's degree in Educational Psychology, a master's degree in Counseling and Psychotherapy, and a Masters of Social Work. I have over 15 years experience in the mental health field. I am licensed as a provider in the states of Washington, New Mexico, and Hawaii in the US.
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Master of Science from Minnesota State University Moorhead Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Minnesota & North Dakota. (LPCC) National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) Board approved Clinical Supervisor in Minnesota & North Dakota
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Now accepting new clients for treatment starting in August 2024. In a real dark night of the soul it is always three o’ clock in the morning - F. Scott Fitzgerald. Insomnia is a 24 hour condition which erodes one’s ability to lead a fulfilling life. Most people live with insomnia for an average of ten years before seeking help. I recognize how bad things must be for you to be here. Despite the complexity of the initial cause of insomnia and its impact on your life, I offer a brief but highly effective treatment integrating CBT-I and EMDR (eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing). While CBT-I elements target the unhelpful behaviours and beliefs which perpetuate your difficulties with sleep, EMDR treats the accumulated memories of insomnia and associated with it to treat th ...
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Andrée specializes individual therapy focused on women's healing and perinatal mental health. Andrée provides Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) to clients located anywhere in New Mexico or Oregon via telehealth. Andrée's approach is collaborative. She is also trained in Buddhist Psychology, EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Mindfulness, and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy.
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