BSM Specialties: Pediatric Sleep Disorders

I specialize in the treatment of insomnia, nightmares, circadian rhythm disorders, PAP adherence, and other sleep disorders that would benefit from a behavioral approach. Sleep difficulties are often overlooked and yet they undermine our mood, productivity, creativity, memory, and overall health. Whether you recently started having difficulty with sleep or it's been a long standing problem, there are highly effective treatments that do NOT involve the use of medications. In fact, if you are currently taking medications for sleep but would like to reduce or eliminate them, I can help. If anxious thoughts are interfering with your sleep, we can find ways to reduce the impact that anxiety has on your sleep. With over a decade of experience, I help individuals reach their goals by adapting ...
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Dr. Rick Blackburn is a Fellow of the Society of Behavioral Sleep Medicine and is board certified by the Board of Behavioral Sleep Medicine, and the American Board of Sleep Medicine. He has been practicing behavioral sleep medicine since 2011. He is the Insomnia and Behavioral Health Sleep Medicine Director for Nystrom and Associates, and in addition to his clinical practice, runs the department and trains new clinicians. He treats all behavioral sleep disorders ages 6+ in MN and WI.
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Christine Mason, PhD, DBSM is a licensed clinical psychologist and board-certified behavioral sleep medicine specialist and founder of Sleep & Change Specialists. She specializes in evidence-based treatment of insomnia using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), as well as circadian rhythm sleep-wake disorders and other behavioral sleep concerns. Her work also includes sleep concerns in athletes, women's sleep, PAP/CPAP adjustment, and behavioral support for people living with hypersomnia or narcolepsy. Dr. Mason completed her PhD in Health Psychology at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, internship training in Clinical Health Psychology at Henry Ford Health System, and postdoctoral training at Rush University Medical Center, followed by extensive specialty t ...
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As a neurologist, Dr. Meredith Broderick offers a spectrum of services that bridge allopathic sleep medicine and behavioral sleep medicine including; home sleep apnea testing, actigraphy, cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), and sleep wellness plans.
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Sleep difficulties like insomnia can affect every facet of your life, which is why it is so stressful when sleep isn't going right. I specialize in helping my clients learn strategies for lasting sleep improvements. As a licensed clinical psychologist board certified in behavioral sleep medicine, I treat insomnia, hypersomnia, circadian rhythm disorders, and CPAP adherence issues in adults and children. I have a special interest in helping women navigate their own unique sleep challenges, such as menstrual disorders, pregnancy/postpartum, and menopause.
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Dr. Jessica Payne-Murphy is Director of the Insomnia and Behavioral Sleep Medicine Clinic in the University of Florida's Department of Clinical and Health Psychology. Before joining the faculty team in 2016, she completed her postdoctoral fellowship and internship in clinical health psychology at the University of Florida. She received her doctorate in clinical health psychology at the University of Colorado Denver and her bachelor’s degree from Smith College. Her prior work includes neuropsychological assessment for older adults with mild cognitive impairment/dementias and working with patients with chronic pain, mood and somatization disorders.
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Ellen Wermter is a Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner and was awarded a Diplomate in Behavioral Sleep Medicine. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at the University of Virginia and her Masters of Science at Virginia Commonwealth University and is a member of the Virginia Council of Nurse Practitioners, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, and the Society for Behavioral Sleep Medicine. Ellen is a dedicated sleep professional who practices full time, offering both in-person and telehealth options. She provides CBT-i and CBT-H, as well as specialty care for other sleep concerns. In addition to her clinical work, she is a regular contributor to media about the science of sleep and healthy rest.
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Dr. Jessica Klement is a licensed psychologist specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) and behavioral sleep interventions. She works with individuals experiencing chronic insomnia, anxiety-related sleep disturbances, trauma-related sleep difficulties, and sleep challenges related to medical conditions. Her training includes experience in sleep medicine across pediatric and adult populations, with clinical work in hospital-based sleep clinics, biofeedback-assisted relaxation therapy, and health psychology at institutions such as Harvard Medical School, Boston Children’s Hospital, Children’s Health in Dallas, and the University of Houston. Dr. Klement’s approach is science-backed and client-centered, integrating evidence-based techniques such as CBT-I, biofeed ...
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Marla Shapiro is a Developmental and Sports Neuropsychologist, Health Service Psychologist, and Nationally Certified School Psychologist. She is a Fellow of the National Academy of Neuropsychology and Sports Neuropsychology Society, with board certification in Behavioral Sleep Medicine. Her private practice provides lifespan services that promote brain health and helping individuals to overcome acute or chronic challenges. Clinical services include neuropsychological testing, concussion management, and behavioral sleep medicine. Dr. Shapiro also works with schools, sports organizations, and community groups providing general consultation, public and professional education, and program planning. She works with athletes of all ages from pee-wees to pros, consults with testing agencies, and p ...
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Dr. Kristen Stone is a behavioral sleep specialist and Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Human Behavior at The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University. She has over twenty years of experience treating individuals with sleep and circadian disorders and is licensed in RI and MA and authorized to practice interjurisdictional telepsychology in PSYPACT-participating states. Learn more on the web at stonepsyc.com. Follow Dr. Stone @sleeplovewell.
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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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I'm a caring and direct psychologist with a specialty in sleep disorders, especially severe, chronic insomnia. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) to help you to get the sleep your body needs. CBT-I is a rapid and effective treatment. In fact, 85% of clients who complete my CBT-I protocol reach their sleep goals in as little as 4-8 sessions. Good night insomnia. Stop letting your worries or your medications dictate your sleep. Let's work togethers to re-start your mind and your body's connection to sleep. I also treat other mood, anxiety, trauma, compulsion and substance challenges. I empower my clients to increase resilience to stress using manageable steps and inner strengths. In addition, I treat mental health symptoms related to severe health crises, such as a co ...
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Dr. Daniella Marchetti obtained two master's degrees and her PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of Miami. The focus of her training has been in Health Psychology, and she has obtained experience in medical settings as well as private practice. Her area of expertise is in behavioral sleep medicine, having treated a variety of sleep concerns in medically complex cases over the years, including insomnia, nightmares, hypersomnia, and PAP adherence for sleep apnea. While she works as a Clinical Psychologist at the Miami VAMC with veterans, she has also established her sleep centered private practice to continue growing in her passion. She provides teletherapy services at this time. She is PSYPACT certified and provides teletherapy across 42 states. She can also provide therapy ...
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Stephanie Silberman, Ph.D, DABSM, FAASM, is a licensed psychologist who is a Diplomate of the American Board of Sleep Medicine and Fellow of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. Dr. Silberman is the author of The Insomnia Workbook: A Comprehensive Guide to Getting the Sleep You Need, a self-help guide for people with insomnia and a reference tool for health-care professionals. Her book has been translated into Spanish (Combatir el insomnio: Una guía práctica), Danish, and Korean. Dr. Silberman is active in professional organizations and legislative activities affecting psychology and sleep disorders and served twice as president of the Broward Chapter of the Florida Psychological Association. Due to her expertise in sleep medicine, she regularly appears on television news, radio ...
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