BSM Specialties: Sleep in Older Adults
Joanna Chen, PhD Featured
Dr. Joanna Chen is a board-certified behavioral sleep medicine specialist and licensed psychologist. She specializes in behavioral treatments of insomnia, nightmares, and circadian rhythm misalignments. She offers Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Nightmares (CBT-N), using evidence-based strategies to help clients improve sleep quality, reduce nighttime anxiety, and re-establish healthy sleep patterns. She also supports individuals who wish to safely taper off sleep medications through structured behavioral strategies that promote restorative sleep that is sustainable.
In addition to her specialty in sleep, Dr. Chen has extensive experience treating depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, and eating disorders. She integrates trauma-informed ...
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Sara Crocker Featured
Sara Crocker is a Clinical Psychologist and CBTi provider based in Brisbane. Sara works in a quaternary multidisciplinary sleep disorders service and has clinical experience in managing a variety of sleep disorder presentations including insomnia, hypersomnolence conditions, circadian rhythm sleep-wake disorders, and OSA treatment adherence. Sara has a particular interest in sleep and women's health. Sara is a member of the Australian Psychological Society (MAPS).
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Emily Harrington, PysD, LP Featured
I specialize in therapy for insomnia and other sleep difficulties across the lifespan. I provide Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) and behavioral sleep medicine in English and Spanish.
I work with people who struggle with insomnia, circadian rhythm disruption, sleep anxiety, co-occurring insomnia and sleep apnea, and sleep difficulties related to chronic pain and medical conditions. My practice affirms diverse identities, including LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent individuals, and is trauma-informed.
My interest in sleep medicine grew from training and working in medical settings with patients whose lives were shaped by chronic pain, illness, and medical conditions. I saw how disrupted sleep could worsen pain, mood, attention, and daily functioning, and how improving sleep o ...
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Wanping Huang Featured
A specialist in neuropsychological rehabilitation, Dr Wanping Huang helps individuals navigate the psychological, cognitive, and emotional challenges following traumatic brain injury, stroke, and neurological conditions. Recognising the critical role of sleep in overall well-being, she has expanded her expertise into behavioural sleep medicine to support patient recovery and quality of life.
In 2008, she was awarded the Health Manpower Development Plan (HMDP) scholarship by the Ministry of Health (MOH) to pursue postgraduate studies in Clinical Neuropsychology at Macquarie University, Sydney. Her doctoral research examined the impact of pre-injury factors on neuropsychological outcomes in severe traumatic brain injury, deepening her expertise in brain recovery and cognitive resilience. ...
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Carin Lefkowitz, Psy.D. Featured
Sleep disruption is unfortunately very common. However, it is also very treatable. I utilize evidence-based treatments to address insomnia and related issues such as nightmares and sleep-related anxiety. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBTI), Brief Behavioral Treatment of Insomnia (BBTI), and treatments for nightmare disorder. After getting to know you and your goals, we can collaboratively choose a treatment that makes sense for you. Some of the most dramatic improvements I've seen have been in Veterans who resolved 40+ years of insomnia after just a handful of treatment sessions. And unsurprisingly, many other areas of life improve quickly once sleep improves.
I have been providing CBTI for over 10 years, having completed my training and certification wi ...
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Monica Egger, OTD, OTR/L Featured
I see Colorado State residents remotely via telehealth. I work with motivated adults of all ages who are ready for a focused, evidence-based approach to better sleep, including college students, career professionals & retirees, new parents, women navigating perimenopause or menopause, and active military & veterans. I provide proven, targeted strategies, customized to each individual, to address insomnia at its roots and help restore healthy, sustainable sleep.
If you’re exhausted from struggling with sleep and feel like nothing has worked, you’re not alone. Chronic insomnia can feel overwhelming, but effective treatment is possible. With the right support and proven strategies, sleep can improve. I’d be honored to help you take the next step toward lasting change.
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Caroline Jennings Featured
Dr. Jennings is a clinical psychologist board certified in behavioral sleep medicine. She provides short-term, evidence-based treatments including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) and Imagery Rehearsal Therapy (IRT) for adults, adolescents, and children across California through telehealth.
She works with individuals who struggle to turns off their minds at night, spend too long trying to fall asleep, or find themselves wide awake at odd hours. Some wake up too early, others can't get out of bed in the morning, and many feel sluggish throughout the day. Nightmares and vivid dreams disrupt sleep for some and make them dread going to bed at night. Most have tried hard to solve their sleep problems and may worry that sleeping pills are their only option, or they have found ...
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Rachel Freund Featured
Dr. Rachel Freund has a passion for helping adults restore their sleep health and move forward to what is most meaningful to them. She has extensive and specialized training in contemporary, evidence-based therapies that target insomnia, nightmares, and CPAP anxiety/compliance. Additionally, Dr. Freund specializes in treating individuals with post-traumatic stress, anxiety disorders, and substance use problems, whether in the context of sleep disturbances or not. She provides care in WA and via telehealth to individuals in PSYPACT states.
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Marya Kanwal Featured
I have 10+ years experience working as a psychotherapist in the NHS and private practice and I specialise in sleep-related problems.
I am trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). There is scientific research that supports the use of these approaches for a variety of problems. I do not believe in a one-size-fits-all approach and want to take time to understand your unique circumstances before suggesting treatment. I will usually complete an initial assessment with you to work out your difficulties and goals, and then spend some time formulating a bespoke treatment plan which I will share with you.
My qualifications include:
-CBT-I trained for the treatment of Insomnia
-CBT & ACT therapy (BABCP acc ...
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Sharon Maroukel, PhD, DBSM Featured
Dr. Courtney Worley is an Alabama native who completed her Ph.D. in clinical psychology in 2012 at The University of Alabama (UA), with specialized coursework in health and geropsychology. Her internship was completed at The University of Florida Health Sciences Center in medical psychology. Prior to her graduate work in psychology, she completed a master’s degree in public health (M.P.H.) in health behavior at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). Dr. Worley is board-certified in clinical psychology under the American Board of Professional Psychology. She completed specialized training in behavioral sleep medicine and achieved a Diplomate in Behavioral Sleep Medicine (DBSM) in 2024. She is the co-author of The Nightmare and Sleep Disorder Toolkit: A Workbook to Help you Get so ...
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Monique Mulvany, FNP Featured
Monique Mulvany is a family nurse practitioner who has 20 years experience working exclusively in sleep disorders.
Born and raised in TX. Graduated from Brownwood High School. Graduated with honors from Spring Hill College in Mobile Alabama with a BSN. Graduated with honors from University of Texas with MSN, FNP certification.
Worked ortho, neuro spinal trauma as an RN. Volunteered in Honduras for 6 months working rural, mountainous healthcare.
CBTI-certified. Telemedicine only. Located in Austin, TX but accepting CBTi patients throughout the US.
Tireless patient advocate; National speaker.
Recently published as lead author of a delphi panel consensus on Sodium Oxybate in Narcolepsy.
Contact Monique through website - www.sleepdoc.net - and scheduler will give you th ...
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I am Hawaii's first board certified behavioral sleep medicine specialist, and a medical/health psychologist. I provide therapeutic coaching in a safe, supportive, & validating environment. I specialize in helping clients of all ages overcome various sleep concerns - such as insomnia, hypersomnia/narcolepsy, PAP adherence, sleep phase/circadian issues, pediatric sleep problems, nightmares, parasomnias - using non-medication lifestyle & behavioral change strategies. I also help clients better understand their problems, increase insight & self-awareness, & build life skills/stress coping related to anxiety/panic, relationship issues, parenting, depression, trauma, grief/bereavement, & chronic pain/disease management.
I am also Cognitive Behavioral generalist, & provide evidence-based treat ...
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Ana Rachel Schafer, LCSW Featured
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I partner with those frustrated with their sleep & desperate for more restful nights. Treatment for insomnia typically only takes 6-8 sessions. Together, we can develop a treatment plan to you get the restorative sleep you need. During which we can also work with your prescriber to get you off of sleep aids. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) & other evidence-based techniques to identify and addressing the root causes of your insomnia. Nightmare treatment typically only takes 4 sessions.
I am currently accepting new clients who reside in Texas and Colorado. I accept insurance (you'll get an estimate of your session cost before our appointment) or pay out-of-pocket ($150/session). View my calendar to schedule with an appoin ...
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Stephanie Dorsey Featured
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California with a Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Southern California. I have been in the mental health field for 11 years and providing psychotherapy for 8 years. I provide individual therapy via Telehealth to adults in California experiencing insomnia, nightmares, anxiety, depression, grief, PTSD, addictions, and life transitions. I primarily use CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) in therapy sessions and have completed training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia.
CBT-I will help you learn about sleep and address behaviors that perpetuate sleep problems. EMDR can be used to treat the negative memories and beliefs associated with insomnia or ot ...
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Karen Lehman, Ph.D. Featured
Madison Vick Featured
Struggling to fall asleep or stay asleep can be exhausting and discouraging. You may have tried the usual recommendations, only to find that nothing truly works. Night after night, sleep feels unpredictable, and mornings don’t feel restorative.
Insomnia is frustrating, but it’s not something you’re stuck with. With the right evidence-based approach tailored to how your mind and body respond, sleep can improve in a meaningful and lasting way.
As a Sleep Medicine Nurse Practitioner, Madison has extensive experience in diagnosing and managing a wide range of sleep disorders.
Her clinical focus is on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), which she considers the gold standard, first-line treatment for chronic insomnia. She is passionate about helping patients improve sleep wi ...
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Patricia Wong Featured
Many of Dr. Patricia Wong's patients arrive with a frustrating sense that they’ve ‘tried everything.’ If you feel that way, it’s usually because your sleep difficulties have been treated as separate parts rather than a connected system. Rather than telling you to "just try harder" or "relax," Dr. Wong works with you to effectively improve your sleep by addressing the intersection of sleep biology, behavior, and psychological well-being.
Dr. Wong is a licensed Clinical Health Psychologist specializing in Behavioral Sleep Medicine who works with individuals across the lifespan, ranging from children to older adults. She operates a small clinical practice dedicated to helping individuals struggling with sleep difficulties and chronic pain in the Greater Boston community (office in Sharon) a ...
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Enrico Viola Online Sleep Specialist Featured
I help adults worldwide finally sleep well, overcoming insomnia and rebuilding natural, reliable sleep for the long term.
Using CBT-I, the gold-standard first line approach for chronic insomnia, alongside ACT-I, mindfulness, and cognitive behavioral hypnotherapy, I support clients in falling asleep faster, reducing night awakenings, and regaining lasting confidence in their sleep.
My training includes CBT-I under Dr. Jason Ellis (The Sleep Consultancy Ltd) and ACT grounded in the model developed by Dr. Steven Hayes. I am also a qualified Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist (Level 5).
My approach is practical and compassionate, focused on real, lasting change.
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Siew Chung MAH New! Featured
Siew Chung is a registered Clinical Psychologist with a special interest in behavioural sleep medicine, particularly the assessment and treatment of insomnia, circadian rhythm sleep–wake disorders, and nightmare disorder. He has extensive clinical and teaching experience in the management of depression, anxiety, and sleep disorders within Singapore's public primary healthcare system.
He holds a Master of Clinical Psychology from HELP University, Malaysia, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Sleep Medicine from the University of Oxford, United Kingdom. Siew Chung is currently pursuing a Professional Doctorate in Clinical Neuropsychology at Universiti Sains Malaysia. In addition to his formal academic training, he has received additional training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for insomnia an ...
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