Insomnia is the difficulty falling asleep and staying asleep. But many people who don’t have insomnia (sleeplessness at least three days a week for at least three months) may still have sleep issues. Lack of sleep affects people in their everyday lives and can be detrimental to their physical and mental health.
Available Treatment Options
Counseling interventions include cognitive, behavioral, and emotional strategies depending on each person’s individual needs. A therapist may examine a person’s thought patterns related to sleep. Are there unhelpful thoughts that are inhibiting the ability to go to sleep? Therapists and counselors also may use behavioral tactics, such as stimulus control or establishing bedtime routines. Additionally, if the insomnia is related to a trauma disorder, the therapist may attempt to help the person process the emotions and concerns related to the trauma.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Sleep or Insomnia
Our perceptions of the world play a significant role in the way that we think, feel, and behave. It is amazing how powerful the human mind is; sometimes we become so fixated on the way that others perceive us that we lose sight of our life pathways and start to mold ourselves to fit the labels that others place on us. In such cases, we fail to recognize our self-worth and often times forget tha...
I recognize the courage you have taken in seeking out help, as every indidivdual endures a difficult time throughout their life, and you have recognized that seeking help may positively benefit you. My goal is to encourage you through our sessions and empower you to grow in a way that allows you move forward towards positive self-growth and healing. I understand the value of creating a setting...
Welcome. Here,I hope you will find therapy to withhold an environment that is inclusive of compassion, safety and empowerment, for each and every one of you. I am psychoanalytically focused and I use a variety of different techniques, although I mainly use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I am a Licensed Mental Heath Psychotherapist primarily trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, as well as...
We are all struggling with what has become the new normal. Life is hard as it is and now COVID-19 is adding a new set of stressors to our already busy lives. If you are struggling, I am here to help. I offer a safe and supportive environment to face life's challenges. It is my utmost priority to utilize evidence-based psychological interventions to help my clients to move towards a value-driven...
I believe that the therapist's function should be to help people become free to be aware of and to experience their possibilities. -Rollo May. I truly believe that everyone struggles from time to time, however some people need a bit extra of support to heal. This does not indicate that a person is weak or in some way "broken". WE ALL SUFFER, this is human nature, however just as we are able to...
I believe there is a great difference between surviving and thriving in life. When we are thriving, we are unencumbered by self-limiting thoughts and beliefs, strive toward balance in our life and see the possibilities in front of us. I believe we all have within us the capacity to overcome, persevere, be resilient, and reach for our potential. Life can present challenges for us, either due to...
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Life comes with challenges and obstacles. Whether you are experiencing conflict in a relationship, or are struggling with overwhelming emotions that cause suffering, you are not alone. It can be difficult to see how great you are during these dark times. I am dedicated to help YOU become empowered to discover your greatness. Together we will work on learning new coping skills and challenging...
I believe that we all experience struggles in life, both within ourselves and through challenging circumstances. It’s common to experience difficulty when there is a change in life. Struggles can influence our sense of self-worth, identity, belief in our abilities, the world around us, and otherwise limit us. So often, these struggles can impact our relationships, career, and long-term well-bei...
"If you want to change you must do the work." I love being a therapist and supporting my client's through the trials and tribulations of this thing called LIFE. It's important for me to be transparent, goal oriented and allow my client to be themselves in their sessions. I have been in the mental health field for about 20 years and yes, I've experienced a lot however the most important thing I...
I am an Associate Licensed Counselor (AL #C3339A) and National Board Certified Counselor (#1099580) in Auburn AL, and currently under the supervision of Heath Willingham, Ph.D., LPCS (AL #710). As a counselor I strive to create a safe and collaborative environment that allows my clients to play an active role in the therapeutic process and achieve the goals they feel will improve their well-bei...
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, working through a crisis or want to make a change? I can help you identify and explore new ways of coping and get you back on track. My goal is to assist you in having a healthy, rewarding and fulfilling life. I will guide you toward change in a compassionate and caring way. I utilize various techniques including, CBT, mindfulness and motivational practices. ...
Dr. McGinnis' specialty training is in providing evidence-based treatment for eating disorders, complex trauma, depression, insomnia, and various anxiety disorders. The treatment modalities Dr. McGinnis uses include cognitive behavioral therapy for eating disorders, family-based treatment for anorexia nervosa, prolonged exposure, cognitive processing therapy, exposure and response prevention,...
Jodie is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who has been practicing in a private practice setting for several years. She received her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Towson University and her master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University. She also served in the United States Navy for six years which included a year-long deployment overseas. In...
My conceptualization in approaching therapy is “reset the mind, reset your life.” I truly believe that no matter what one is facing in life, whatever challenges, individuals have the ability, power and strength to make the changes necessary to improve/enhance their lives and find the serenity, solutions, and joy they are seeking. I use a variety of techniques and strategies yet find that one of...
