Insomnia

Insomnia can come from many sources, anxiety might be one of them, but there are many instances where people have certain habits or lifestyles that are preventing them from getting the rest that their body desperately needs. Sleep is one of the most important foundations for good health and mental health, so I think it is imperative to work with people on managing insomnia symptoms. I have worked with many people with insomnia, and trust me, there are ways to cope and fix your sleep.

I am trained in CBT-I from the VA as the Best Practice for evaluation and treatment of insomnia and sleep wake disordered related concerns; typical round of care is 6 sessions.

Insomnia and other sleep disorders are generally very treatable, and insomnia can almost always be resolved without the need for medication. I am board certified in Behavioral Sleep Medicine (DBSM) and have helped thousands of people to (re)gain the ability to sleep well through the use of CBT-I or Cognitive Behavioral Treatment for Insomnia, a highly successful and empirically-based treatment for sleep disorders.

Getting enough quality sleep is essential to good health and mental well being. If you are struggling with insomnia, you may be experiencing difficulty falling or staying asleep, struggling with daytime fatigue, or having trouble concentrating. CBT-I is an evidence-based treatment for insomnia that is highly recommended by sleep experts and medical providers. It addresses the underlying causes of sleeplessness and helps you develop healthy sleep habits.

I offer Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). CBT-I is an evidence-based therapy for insomnia that has become the front-line recommended treatment for the disorder by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine and the American College of Physicians. The protocol is brief and highly effective. It typically takes between 8-10 sessions. Clients learn to change behavior to improve sleep, to challenge negative thoughts related to sleep, how to physically relax, and much more.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia, (CBT-I), is a short-term treatment with extensive research support, and many people begin to see results after just a few sessions. Using CBT-I, we will focus on changing patterns that maintain your insomnia and helping you feel more confident in your ability to sleep. If you are using sleep medications, I can also work with your medical provider to assist you with a taper if desired.

I am certified in CBT-I. CBT-I is a first-line approach for insomnia and has been proven to be effective, more so than medication, with many different types of insomnia. Research shows that CBT-I produces clinical improvement in 75% of those suffering from insomnia both in the short term and at several year follow-ups. In fact, CBT-I is more effective at treating insomnia than CBT is at treating depression and anxiety. I was trained in CBT-I by Dr. Gregg D. Jacobs, the developer of the therapy.

Has your bed become the enemy? Is it hard to fall asleep because of all the thoughts racing through your head when you lie down? CBT-I therapy for insomnia is a highly effective and short-term treatment (5-8 sessions on average) for insomnia. It can help you sleep again even if you've struggled with insomnia for 50 years. I love this therapy because it's so quick and effective that my people can't believe their results. I can also help you put an end to nightmares in 2-3 sessions.

Struggling with insomnia can feel isolating and exhausting, but effective help is available. I specialize in treating individuals who face difficulty falling or staying asleep due to stress, anxiety, lifestyle factors, or other underlying conditions. Through a combination of evidence-based medication management and tailored recommendations for improving sleep hygiene, I work with patients to restore restful and rejuvenating sleep patterns. My goal is to help you wake up feeling refreshed and rea

Insomnia can come from many sources, anxiety might be one of them, but there are many instances where people have certain habits or lifestyles that are preventing them from getting the rest that their body desperately needs. Sleep is one of the most important foundations for good health and mental health, so I think it is imperative to work with people on managing insomnia symptoms. I have worked with many people with insomnia, and trust me, there are ways to cope and fix your sleep.

Psychotherapy with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-Insomnia is the gold standard for treating insomnia. I add to it clinical hypnosis and neurofeedback to help you fall asleep quickly, return to sleep quickly if you awaken and then stay asleep.