Runko, Virginia
USA Potomac, MDDetails
I'm a clinical psychologist and board-certified in behavioral sleep medicine (BSM) by the Board of Behavioral Sleep Medicine and the American Board of Sleep Medicine - these are the highest credentials in BSM. I run a fully virtual practice, DC Psychology and Sleep Services, offering telehealth in over 30 states.
I received training in BSM at Johns Hopkins and have worked on interdisciplinary sleep medicine teams. I continue to regularly conduct CBT-I and lead workshops teaching other health professional about CBT-I. I assess for the full spectrum of sleep disorders and provide guidance for what other work-up or treatment may be needed.
In addition to treating insomnia, I provide supportive psychotherapy and conduct CBT for generalized anxiety, panic disorder, social anxiety, and depression in adults, including college students. I also provide treatment for those dealing with relationship or adjustment issues. I strive to adopt a collaborative coaching style that help my patients achieve their goals.
Education/Training
Postdoctoral Fellowship:
Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD
SBSM Accredited Program: Behavioral Sleep Medicine
August 2011-June 2013
Predoctoral Internship:
St. James Hospital & Health Centers, Olympia Fields, IL
Behavioral Health Intern
August 2010-August 2011
PhD:
University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL
APA Accredited Program: Clinical Psychology
Specialization in Health Psychology
August 2011
Master of Science:
University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL
APA Accredited Program: Clinical Psychology
Specialization in Health Psychology
May 2008
Bachelor of Science:
Indiana University, Bloomington, IN
Major: Psychology
May 2004
Professional Affiliations
National Register of Health Service Psychologists
Maryland Sleep Society
Maryland Psychological Association
Society of Behavioral Sleep Medicine
American Academy of Sleep Medicine
- USA Potomac, MD