My goal is to help you understand and manage your insomnia so that you can thrive. You are here because you are ready! Let's discuss your goals so we can take proactive steps together towards positive change. Maintaining mental health requires conscious effort and investment, similar to maintaining physical health. You may be more reluctant to tend to your mental health needs. Treating both the mind and body is an integral part of overall wellbeing, so give yourself permission to take good care of yourself and seek support through therapy. All sessions are currently online. This means starting therapy right now is very easy and convenient. I invite you to schedule an initial consultation to discuss your goals and find out more about how I can help. I’m excited to connect with you! Ou ...
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As a Counselling Therapist and Registered Nurse with a focus on ADHD, Sleep Problems, and Mindfulness, I offer professional and confidential support tailored to those navigating ADHD (formerly known as ADD), sleep disturbances, and a wide spectrum of personal, relationship, and social challenges. My approach blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), including CBT for Insomnia (CBT-I) and CBT for Nightmares (CBT-N), with mindfulness and attachment theory practices. This integrated method is designed to assist individuals, couples, and groups in achieving better sleep, effectively managing ADHD symptoms, enhancing communication, addressing parenting challenges, and overcoming depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, life transitions, loss, and other life hurdles. In addition to private p ...
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I believe that sleep is a crucial component of overall health and well-being. My approach is rooted in the principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), focusing on identifying and modifying the cognitive and behavioral factors that perpetuate insomnia. By using tailored interventions, I aim to help you develop healthier sleep patterns, improve sleep quality, and enhance your daily functioning. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental, and collaborative therapeutic environment where you can feel supported and understood. Together, we will work to identify the underlying causes of your sleep issues and develop a personalized treatment plan. My goal is to empower you with the tools and strategies needed to achieve long-lasting improvements in your sleep and overall qual ...
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I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist offering counseling support in California online. With over 12 years of experience, I offer a blended, yet present-focused approach to healing and well-being. I am a Certified Clinical Telemental Health Provider and have been professionally trained in CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), CBT-I (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia), DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy), ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) and The Gottman Method of Couples Therapy. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, insomnia, couples, alcoholism/addiction, parents with neurodivergent children, and adults diagnosed with ADHD later in life. I currently offer virtual therapy sessions in the state of California. I am happy to provide a free, 15-minute ph ...
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If a medical doctor has ruled out medical causes of your sleep difficulties, it is likely that I am in a good position to help you. Sleep problems can stem from such wide-ranging causes as depressed mood, grief, intrusive distressing thoughts that won't leave you alone -- even if you don't really believe them, traumatic events in your past, life stress, how much coffee/caffeine you drink, pain, and unhelpful sleep habits or thoughts about sleep. I am a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist and Certified Gottman Couples Therapist who has specialized expertise in identifying the root of your sleep problem and related difficulties and in treating these problems using specific interventions for each of the above causes that scientific research has demonstrated to be effective in reducing your sleep ...
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Kristen Howerton is a seasoned therapist with 20 years of experience in private practice, specializing in treating insomnia through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). Drawing from her extensive background in therapy, she employs evidence-based techniques to address the underlying causes of sleep disturbances. With compassionate and personalized care, she guides clients in developing effective strategies to improve sleep quality and restore overall well-being. In addition to CBT-I Kristen also uses mindfulness-based interventions, acceptance and commitment therapy and traditional CBT to reduce general anxiety that might be contributing to insomnia, as well as psychodrama to address trauma that can also hinder sleep. Kristen has a compassionate but direct approach to therapy. ...
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