Mercedes Velan
Licensed psychologist with 22 years of experience in sleep medicine. Trained in CBT-I at the Behavioral Sleep Medicine Program, University of Pennsylvania, and obtained a diploma in Behavioral Sleep Medicine in Colombia, endorsed by FLASS (Federación Latinoamericana de Sociedades del Sueño). A specialization in anxiety disorders further enriches her education, with a postgraduate degree in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and a postgraduate degree in Neuropsychology and Cognitive Psychology. Her expertise includes diagnosing, treating, and managing sleep disorders such as insomnia, narcolepsy, nightmares, and CPAP adherence in patients with sleep apnea. While she has contributed to the development of a digital tool for the treatment of insomnia in the USA and has trained and supervised psychologists in managing sleep disorders, she is also responsible for establishing and coordinating the Sleep Medicine Unit at Sanatorio Bernal. Member of the Sociedad Argentina de Medicina del Sueño (AAMS) and the Asociación de Psiquiatras Argentinos (APSA), she is involved in the chapters of Sleep Medicine and Chronobiology, and Mental Health, Physical Activity, and Sports. Currently, she serves as a member of the sleep unit at Fundación Favaloro and is engaged in private practice while providing teletherapy services.
Clinician Details
Profession
Clinician Degree(s)
PhD
CBT - I Experience
BSM Experience
Telemedicine
Yes
Primary Language
Spanish
Additional Languages
- English
BSM/CBT-I CE Courses in the past year?
Intensive online course on: What do you need to know about cognitive-behavioral therapy for insomnia? 2024, Annie Valliere, BSM Seminar 2024 - 2025 | Essential Topics in Sleep & Aging
BSM/CBT-I CE courses attended in the Past 5 Years?
2
BSM/CBT-I CE courses you have taught in past 5 years?
2
Training Experience
20 + Years
Accept private insurance?
No
Accepting New Patients
Yes
Practice Address
Practice Phone
01161577497
Practice Email
Year Practice Established
2003
Clinician Views
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