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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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As a clinical health psychologist, I specialize in addressing the intricate connection between psychological factors and medical conditions in adults (18+). My focus areas include: • Perinatal mood, anxiety, trauma, and adjustment disorders and infertility • Psychological trauma from physical injury or hospitalization • Insomnia/circadian rhythm disorders • Chronic pain and gastrointestinal concerns • Adjustment to illness/ related changes in physical abilities • Behavioral weight management, binge-eating, night eating syndrome • Preparation for/adjustment following surgical procedures (e.g., bariatrics/transplants) I tailor evidence-based therapies including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Mindfulness, and Schema Ther ...
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Hafina Allen is a Licensed Clinician Social Worker specializing in Cognitive Beharioural Therapy (CBT), including CBT-i. She is also a Board Certified-TeleMental Health Provider. She started her career working at Mount Sinai Medical Center in the Brain Injury Research Center, where she was part of team of researchers who were awarded the American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine’s Licht Award for excellence in scientific writing. The focus of the research was the adaptation of CBT skills for groups of patients being treated for post TBI symptoms. She went on to work at Mount Sinai West, Mount Sinai Saint Lukes and Mount Sinai Morning Side Hospitals before starting in private practice. She received her MSW from the Silver School of Social Work at New York University. She has studied CBT ...
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Dr. Michelle Drapkin started the CBT Center as a “Saturday morning hobby” because she was passionate about members of her community having “Better Access to Better Care.” She cares about helping people who are struggling find the best possible treatment to reduce their suffering. She leads the CBT Center team and most patients get to chat with her directly as she still answers the phones and emails, striving to connect with everyone on a personal level. Dr. Drapkin is a Board-Certified clinical psychologist in CBT, licensed in New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania and part of the Psychological Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT), which enables her to see patients virtually in almost 30 other states. Dr. Drapkin specializes in individuals (both late adolescents and adults), couples, a ...
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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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“I’m exhausted—but the moment I lie down, my mind won’t stop.” If that resonates, you're in good company—I hear it every day from high-achieving clients whose sleep has become yet another thing they can’t solve. Whether it’s difficulty falling asleep, waking at 3 a.m., or feeling drained despite a full night in bed, I specialize in helping driven individuals recalibrate their sleep using CBT-I—the gold-standard, evidence-based treatment for insomnia. With over a decade of advanced clinical experience, I help clients restore true rest so they can perform, lead, and live with clarity. My practice offers discreet, flexible care via secure telehealth in 40+ states, with limited in-person availability. You’ll receive personalized, results-driven support—without waitlists, insurance hoop ...
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I am a licensed therapist (LPCC) located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. I completed the CBT-I training in 2022 and it has been such a gift to see the positive impact on my clients. In addition to insomnia, I have experience working with anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions, and relationship challenges.
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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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Are you overwhelmed, anxious, and burned out? Are you having difficulties falling asleep, staying asleep, waking up too early, or even all of the above? Maybe you struggle to keep up with work and family responsibilities, maybe your emotions feel out of control, or maybe you want to have better relationships. Many people have great ideas about how to solve their own problems, but then feel frustrated when these strategies aren't working consistently. As a clinician, I use a cognitive behavioral therapy approach tailored to people's individual needs. I collaborate with my clients to find concrete, practical solutions so they feel calmer, happier, more organized, and more present in their lives. When people complete their course of therapy with me, they are more empowered to cope with daily ...
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I am a Licensed Professional Counselor–Mental Health (LPC-MH) and a Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC) with 30 years of experience, specializing in addiction, depression, anxiety, grief, and trauma. In recent years, I have completed extensive training in sleep disorders and have become particularly passionate about providing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) and Imagery Rehearsal Therapy for Nightmares (IRT). These evidence-based interventions are highly effective—often producing meaningful improvements in about two months—and provide long-term benefits that can serve as an alternative to medication for many clients. I am among the first in the nation to earn the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia Credential (CBTI-C) from the Board of Behavioral Sleep Medicine. I ...
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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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Sleep problems can impact every aspect of life. If you find yourself struggling to fall or stay asleep, or you're unable to quiet racing thoughts at bedtime, I can help. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i), a short-term, research-supported treatment. Together, we can transform fragmented sleep into restorative rest, you will learn techniques to quiet racing thoughts, and we will develop personalized sleep strategies, all without the need for medication. My practice also extends beyond sleep to help you handle stress, discover meaningful priorities, and adjust to new chapters in your life. I am a clinical psychologist with extensive training in and experience treating insomnia. I received my Ph.D. from Temple University and completed my clinical psychology i ...
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After completing her PhD at Yale University and clinical internship at Harvard Medical School's McLean Hospital in 2001, Dr. Jerusha Detweiler-Bedell moved to the Portland area where she is a professor of psychology and a clinical psychologist who provides insomnia treatment to adults. Dr. Detweiler-Bedell’s 25+ years of clinical training and practice have focused on providing clients with care that is carefully tailored to their needs, while being grounded in evidence of what works best. At Sleep Better PDX, you will find the guidance and support necessary to remind your body how to fall asleep and stay asleep naturally. Dr. Jerusha Detweiler-Bedell is a licensed psychologist in Portland who works with adults in Oregon who have ongoing trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or getting go ...
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Tierza Clerc has been in the medical field for 26 years — initially in medical massage for 23 years, helping people after surgeries, injuries, or trauma, and now 3 years in occupational therapy. She is now the first Occupational Therapist in Washington state to be credentialed in Occupational Therapy driven CBT-I. Upon taking the OT-driven CBT-I program as a practitioner, Tierza experienced an evidence-based, occupational therapy-driven intervention for chronic insomnia which led to managing her own personal insomnia. Leading her towards significantly better sleep. The program uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) to improve sleep quality and daily functioning. Occupational therapy as a profession is perfectly positioned to help in the occupation of sleep. She is ...
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I currently provide Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) to private practice clients through both telehealth and in-person visits. I am a licensed clinical psychologist, health psychologist, and PSYPACT provider, with specialized experience working with clients who have co-occurring physical health conditions. My formal CBT-I training was completed through the Veterans Health Administration, and I have worked in VA sleep clinics delivering CBT-I as part of integrated behavioral sleep care. I have been practicing CBT-I for over 10 years.
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Kimberly Schildbach Therapy - Insomnia Solutions: I help adults overcome insomnia, persistent sleep difficulties, and nightmares. I provide structured, evidence-based treatment using CBT-I for insomnia and CBT-N and IRT for nightmares, including those connected to past stressful or traumatic events as well as nightmares with no clear origin. My focused 6–8 week programs are practical, supportive, and designed to create real change - so you can fall asleep more easily, stay asleep through the night, and wake feeling truly rested. Restful sleep is possible. I help adults take back their sleep in Massachusetts, Connecticut, Washington, and Florida.
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Mr. Ruan is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with 20 years of experience in mental health and behavioral treatment. He currently offers Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Nightmares (CBT-N), and Image Rehearsal Therapy (IRT) to individuals via telehealth in Washington. He has worked with individuals with complex conditions including substance use disorders, chronic pain, and serious mental illness. Mr. Ruan has previously served as Program Manager of the Co-occurring Disorders Program in VA Puget Sound Health Care System, as well as Quality Improvement consultant for various VA hospitals throughout the Northwest.
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Dr. Jennifer Bradtke is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with almost 20 years of experience and advanced training in CBT-I. She provides online sessions to clients in the United States, the United Kingdom, and internationally (where permitted), helping busy professionals regain control of their sleep and well-being.
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I am a licensed clinical psychologist, researcher, and educator. I completed my PhD at The Ohio State University, internship at the Medical University of South Carolina, and postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Kansas. I trained in Behavioral Sleep Medicine at the Medical University of South Carolina and have been doing clinical work and research in this area since 2019. I am currently an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Nevada Las Vegas where I study the link between sleep and eating behaviors and train our next generation of clinical psychologists. I am particularly interested in translating new findings from research into clinical practice and helping make psychological treatments more effective and accessible.
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I am a licensed clinical psychologist who works with individuals, couples, and families to address a variety of concerns or goals, including sleep difficulties, particularly insomnia. I provide evaluation, consultation, and psychotherapy, and am certified to provide individual and group CBT-I. I completed my PhD in Clinical Psychology at The Graduate Center of the City University of New York (CUNY) and have trained in many settings including hospitals and university counseling centers. I currently work as an Assistant Clinical Professor in Psychiatry and Staff Psychologist at the World Trade Center Program, and also see patients through the Faculty Practice Associates at Mount Sinai. I am a New York State licensed clinical psychologist, and a registered out-of-state telehealth prov ...
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Insomnia and sleep difficulties can have devastating effects on your mood, energy level, focus, and overall health. Quality sleep therapy can transform your life by reducing anxiety, improving cognitive function, strengthening your immune system, and enhancing emotional regulation. CBT for Insomnia specifically offers long-lasting results without medication side effects, addressing the root causes rather than just symptoms. Elise is trained and certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia, and is a member of the Society of Behavioral Sleep Medicine. Elise is highly trained and has unique expertise in sleep and insomnia treatment, rooted in research but customized to your individual needs to maximize improvement in your quality of life. Her approach combines evidence-based techniq ...
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John Tzanos, Ph.D., is a licensed psychologist in California, Colorado, Florida, Minnesota, and Washington who provides telehealth Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) for adults with chronic insomnia and related sleep difficulties. Dr. Tzanos helps clients understand and change the patterns that keep insomnia going, including conditioned arousal at bedtime, sleep-related worry, irregular sleep schedules, unhelpful compensatory behaviors, nighttime anxiety, and the exhausting effort to “force” sleep. His work is practical, structured, and evidence-based, with a focus on helping clients build a steadier, more consistent relationship with sleep. CBT-I sessions may include core components such as sleep scheduling, sleep restriction or sleep compression, stimulus control, co ...
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I use evidenced based CBT-I to achieve rapid and lasting benefit for insomnia. I am a Ph.D. prepared board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner that combines the clinical expertise of psychiatry while providing the compassionate and holistic approach of a psychiatric nurse. I offer a personalized path to achieve restful nights of sleep and overcome insomnia. My approach is comprehensive, grounded by empathy, and rooted in evidence based science. I will be your guide and support you through gaining control over your insomnia. I’m confident we can restore balance in your busy days and resolve sleepless nights. Be well.
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Sleep is foundational to everything we do. When you aren't sleeping well, handling life’s daily stressors can feel overwhelming. I provide skills-focused, evidence-based treatments for sleep problems including: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). This is the gold standard treatment for insomnia. Whether you've struggled with your symptoms for years or this is a relatively new problem; this treatment can help you get consistently better sleep, usually in about six sessions. Nightmare Therapy. Imagery Rehearsal Therapy (IRT) can reduce recurring, distressing nightmares, usually in about four sessions. CPAP Adherence. If you are struggling to use your prescribed PAP equipment for sleep apnea I can help you gain the skills to adjust to using it regularly, usually i ...
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Dr. Kurlander is a licensed clinical psychologist who is passionate about helping her patients, and often their caregivers, move forward successfully and fulfillingly—even when faced with challenges resulting from chronic illness, devastating injury and loss, or serious mental health conditions. She brings her innate ebullience, compassion, and resourcefulness to creating a warm, safe space in which to explore together past developments or traumas, present realities, and future possibilities. Her approach draws on her background in integrative health, her expertise in utilizing evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), CBT for Chronic Pain (CBT-CP), CBT for Psychosis (CBTp), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy – Insomnia (CBT-I) and Dialectical Behavi ...
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Dr. Hannah Fitterman-Harris is a Clinical Health Psychologist with Tampa General Medical Group and Assistant Professor in the Department of Internal Medicine and Department of Psychiatry at the University of South Florida. Dr. Fitterman-Harris has worked to establish an interdisciplinary clinic with physicians and nurse practitioners to provide comprehensive sleep-related care for patients. In addition to helping patients sleep better, Dr. Fitterman-Harris develops and improves treatment programs and strives to create weight-inclusive healthcare environments. Dr. Fitterman-Harris completed her postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Louisville and her predoctoral clinical internship at the University of Florida Health Science Center. She earned her PhD in Clinical Psychology from Sain ...
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B Collins is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of North Carolina with a Bachelor in Social Work from NC State University and a Master in Social Work from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. B provides individual therapy via Telehealth to adults in North Carolina 18+ experiencing insomnia, anxiety, depression, grief, chronic pain and illness, stress and life transitions. B has completed training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia, and enjoys supporting clients to improve their sleep and overall well-being. Therapy is a collaborative process in which B works with clients to identify treatment goals and create a personalized treatment plan.
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I'm Dr. Michelle Lyons and I treat insomnia and co-occurring anxiety in adults throughout CA and FL. It feels like your nights have become a battlefield where the harder you fight for rest, the further away it slips. You’re likely exhausted from laying awake for no good reason, watching the clock tick through the odd hours while tossing and turning in frustration. Whether it’s the disruption of repeated nightmares or the constant, nagging worry about whether you’ll get “enough” sleep to function, insomnia has a way of shrinking your world. You’ve likely tried everything, advice from doctors, suggestions from family, and every "trick" the internet has to offer, yet you still wake up feeling fatigued, with your mind stuck in a loop of thinking about sleep when you’d rather be thinking about ...
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I am a licensed clinical psychologist with practice locations in Santa Monica and Los Angeles, California and a Clinical Associate Professor at the UCLA Psychology Department. My practice is focused on providing evidence-based treatments including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia. I treat individuals and couples with anxiety, depression, sleep difficulties, and relationship concerns, among other issues. I am deeply committed to helping people live healthy, rich, lives in ways that are scientifically backed and proven to succeed.
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Brittany received her Masters Degree from UW-Madison in Clinical Social Work. She obtained her LCSW in 2020 and has been working as a therapist since 2009. She is recently trained in CBT-I and started practicing in behavioral sleep medicine. She is currently practicing in WI and MN at Nystrom and Associates and currently treating Insomnia, CPAP adherence, and circadian rhythm disorder shift worker type. She is working to gain more education and experience to address additional behavioral sleeping disorders.
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Hafina Allen is a Licensed Clinician Social Worker specializing in Cognitive Beharioural Therapy (CBT), including CBT-i. She is also a Board Certified-TeleMental Health Provider. She started her career working at Mount Sinai Medical Center in the Brain Injury Research Center, where she was part of team of researchers who were awarded the American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine’s Licht Award for excellence in scientific writing. The focus of the research was the adaptation of CBT skills for groups of patients being treated for post TBI symptoms. She went on to work at Mount Sinai West, Mount Sinai Saint Lukes and Mount Sinai Morning Side Hospitals before starting in private practice. She received her MSW from the Silver School of Social Work at New York University. She has studied CBT ...
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I know firsthand the devastating effects insomnia can have on mood, well-being, and your most important relationships. My goal is to help you achieve restorative sleep and to develop confidence in your ability to get the rest you need. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist offering CBT-I sessions in- person from my San Francisco office in Pacific Heights. I also provide teletherapy sessions online with clients residing in the state of California. CBT-I treatment is six to ten sessions. I am happy to collaborate with your medical providers if you are working to reduce or eliminate your use of prescription sleep medications or have other ongoing physical health concerns. Together we will find and reframe the habitual behaviors and patterns of thinking that contribute ...
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I specialize in providing compassionate, expert treatment for insomnia, as well as other concerns such as anxiety and pregnancy and postpartum concerns. My approach is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), offering evidence-based strategies to help you feel better. I am proud to be an in-network provider with Johns Hopkins EHP and USFHP insurance plans and Lyra Health EAP (for those employed at Starbucks or T. Rowe Price, for example). If you’re paying directly for services, I’m happy to handle out-of-network insurance claims on your behalf, making therapy a little more convenient and affordable. In addition to my psychotherapy practice, I work at a local hospital, providing psychiatric evaluations to patients in the emergency department. I teach undergraduate and graduate ...
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Tired all day, wired at night? Many people with insomnia feel exhausted during the day, only to find that their brain becomes alert, busy, or frustrated the moment they lie down. Over time, sleep can start to feel like something you have to chase, monitor, or “fix” — which often makes the cycle even more exhausting. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and CBTI-C Credential Holder in Behavioral Sleep Medicine, awarded by the Board of Behavioral Sleep Medicine. I offer Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia to adults struggling with chronic insomnia, sleep-related anxiety or worry, racing thoughts at night, frequent awakenings, early morning awakenings, or difficulty trusting sleep again after a long struggle. I have been licensed since 2005 and have advanced training in CBT-I, ...
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