Therapy
Therapy
While I provide psychotherapy for a variety of concerns, my expertise is in treating sleep disorders across the lifespan.
Insomnia
Difficulties with falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up earlier than intended can cause short-term and long-term repercussions for mental and physical health. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) is the gold standard treatment that the American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommends over any sleep medication. Through this treatment, I will work with you to provide recommendations that are unique to your sleep-wake patterns. CBT-I can also be implemented for sleep concerns that arise in pregnancy and postpartum with a tailored, evidence-based approach.
Pap Adherence Treatment
It can be difficult adjusting to a Positive Airway Pressure (PAP) machine. Treatment focuses on building confidence in the ability to engage in PAP use and identifying benefits and decreasing barriers to use. This work can occur simultaneously with CBT-I.
2-4 sessions
Behavioral Sleep Approaches to Encourage Independent Sleep in Children
Sleep concerns can vary for newborns, toddlers, and young children, and there are various sleep training programs that can be found on the internet by providers that are not specialists. I can provide evidence-based consultation to help you guide your child to consolidate sleep through education, behavioral skills, and supportive therapy.
4-8 sessions
6-8 sessions
Circadian Rhythm Disorders
Having a biological clock that is thrown off by night shift work, excessive travel, or natural propensity for being a night owl can make sleep feel less restorative. Treatment is meant to help align the circadian clock with day obligations.
2-4 sessions
Nightmares
Overcoming persistent nightmares can improve overall sleep and decrease symptoms of anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Imagery Rehearsal Therapy (IRT) is a cognitive-behavioral treatment for reducing the frequency and intensity of nightmares that is recommended by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine.
1-3 sessions
Narcolepsy & Hypersomnia
Cognitive behavioral treatment for narcolepsy and hypersomnia includes psychoeducation, sleep hygiene skills, strategic napping, and other behavioral skills for managing symptoms and building effective communication skills.
4-6 sessions
So many of my patients admit to having insomnia symptoms for years, if not decades. Poor sleep has been normalized for people who work hard, pregnant women, mothers, or anyone with young children in the home.
