BSM Specialties: Circadian Rhythm Disorders
Dr. Norah Simpson is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in non-drug treatment of sleep disorders. She has been treating patients with behavioral sleep medicine approaches for over 15 years. Dr. Simpson is the training director of the APA-accredited clinical psychology postdoctoral fellowship program in the Department of Psychiatry at Stanford and also leads the behavioral sleep medicine fellowship track that is a part of the Stanford Sleep Health and Insomnia Program (SHIP). She is actively involved in clinical research and training of healthcare providers in behavioral sleep medicine approaches. Dr. Simpson treats adults and adolescents with sleep disorders, and has a particular interest in helping patients reduce/eliminate hypnotic medication with successful treatment of t ...
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Dr. Swift is a clinical psychologist trained in lifespan sleep related concerns from sleep learning/education protocols of infancy and early childhood through older adulthood. She has expertise in cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia with a variety of individuals with comorbid medical and behavioral health diagnoses. She helps individuals with PAP adherence/acclimation to treatments for sleep apnea. Dr. Swift also works with folx who have circadian rhythm disorders, nightmares, parasomnias, RLS/PLMS, and central disorders of hypersomnia using evidence-based behavioral management techniques. She works in a collaborative, multidisciplinary sleep center and aims to take a humanistic approach with patients, inviting their expertise. Dr. Swift works in a training program as well, teaching ...
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My areas of specialty include insomnia and other sleep disorders, anxiety disorders, and depression, often with chronic pain or stress-related issues. I trained with Donn Posner, Ph.D., at Brown University's School of Medicine in an internship and subsequently in my post-doctoral training as well. I've taught psychology full time in a liberal arts setting for much of the last two decades, but recently expanded my private practice, when I left teaching last year. I'm trained in behavioral and in Cognitive-behavioral therapy for panic, phobias, GAD, OCD, and stress-related disorders, as well as mood disorders. I typically see people with dual diagnoses of insomnia coupled with anxiety or depression. I have also addressed circadian rhythm disorders, Bipolar disorder, and chronic pain in ...
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Russell Gilbert M.D. has been practicing Sleep Medicine since 1995. Since 2007, Dr. Gilbert has had a private practice in Scottsdale, Arizona focusing on insomnia and its psychological and behavioral causes. This focus has enabled him to become an expert in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). Dr. Gilbert remains one of only 40 physicians in North America, and the only physician in Arizona, who has additional certification in Behavioral Sleep Medicine. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Sleep Medicine and the Board of Behavioral Sleep Medicine.
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My educational background is in Psychology, in which I have a Bachelor's degree, but I am also a massage therapist, certified clinical hypnotherapist and am qualified in the application of cognitive behavioural therapy for sleep issues (CBT-i). All of these qualifications have been crucial in learning how to help myself improve my own sleep and are now invaluable in helping other adults with sleep issues make positive changes in their lives too.
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I am trained in CBT for insomnia, both from direct training and supervision in residency as well as completing the Gregg Jacobs clinician certification program. I can provide basic treatment of circadian rhythm sleep disorders as well as general psychiatric problems that may interfere with sleep, while referring to sleep medicine in the area if there is evidence of other medical problems which may fragment sleep.
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Tracey is a health psychologist with 25 years of experience supporting adults to improve their wellbeing. She specialises in mind-body medicine and the interaction between psychological and physical health. She is trained in a range of evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), CBT for Insomnia (CBT-I), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness, and Biofeedback, among others.
Tracey's work spans both public healthcare and private practice, helping people manage emotional challenges such as stress, anxiety, and low mood, as well as physical health concerns like sleep difficulties, fatigue, and cognitive function. She also provides specialist support for those recovering from injury or living with health conditions, including chronic pain, concussi ...
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Tyrone is a registered clinical psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and the owner and director of Odyssey Psychology. He offers face-to-face and telehealth psychology support for adults wanting help navigating difficult challenges in their lives.
Tyrone has a special interest in psychological interventions for sleep problems and insomnia, such as cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia (CBT-I).
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I am a Clinical Psychologist with a robust scientific background and specialized expertise in neuroscience, sleep research, and chronobiology. I adopt a multidisciplinary approach in my works, combining chronobiological protocols, neuroimaging techniques, and cognitive testing to assess how circadian rhythmicity and sleep homeostasis affect cognition.
As sleep expert and psychologist, I highlight the importance of establishing correct sleep hygiene and routines by applying a structured program (CBT-I) to achieve a good night’s sleep and overcome sleep difficulties.
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Yana Banerjee, CRNP New!
With over 10 years of experience in sleep medicine, including CBTi, Yana Banerjee provides compassionate, personalized care designed to get to the root of your sleep challenges and improve sleep within one month. Whether you struggle to fall asleep, stay asleep, or wake feeling unrested, you don’t have to face it alone. Start your journey toward restful nights and brighter days with expert support you can trust. Yana sees patients via telemedicine in NJ and PA.
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