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
I strive to create an open and affirming environment where we can build insight into the challenges that are holding you back and use evidence-based strategies to help you move forward. I have over a decade of experience specializing in providing empirically supported treatments for the OCD, BFRBs, anxiety disorders, and depressive disorders. I work collaboratively with clients to determine the...
Life is constantly changing & pressing on us, leading to stress, and calling for our growth. Rather than looking for acceptance or healing from others, it's important to look inward. This understanding of who we are & how we operate eases stress & peaceful life transitions. Science verifies that changing our thinking, feeling & behaviors improves the quality of our life. I specialize in connect...
Finding the time for self-care can be difficult, but it is necessary for our overall well-being. Also, the emotions from our daily struggles, and obligations can be overwhelming without support. I believe you are capable of making meaningful changes in your life, and sometimes professional help is just what we need. With over 6 year of experience working with adolescence and adults, I can provi...
The issue we all struggle with is how to remain present when our minds constantly are driven to anticipate and control an unmanageable future and keep a tight grip on an unbearable past (so that we are not overcome by it). When this dilemma becomes too much we lose trust, faith, and the use of intuition and begin to operate on fear, shame, and anger. This pattern is altered through someone maki...
I value the connection and trust necessary for a therapeutic relationship to feel comfortable, successful and productive. I strive to help my clients feel safe to share honestly while offering validation and accountability for opportunities of growth, empowerment, and skill-building. We work together to identify origins of problematic or maladaptive beliefs and patterns of behavior in order to...
Some people who experience trauma may struggle with memories and thoughts about the event. They may have nightmares or feel angry all the time. They may want to avoid thinking about the trauma or encountering things that remind them of it. While it may feel better momentarily, avoidance of the trauma can keep you stuck from recovering from PTSD. As a certified trauma therapist, I offer a treatm...
Let me begin by commending you for demonstrating the strength to take the first step of reaching out for support. By having the courage to begin the therapeutic process, you are taking the first step towards overcoming whatever difficulties you are currently facing and creating a more positive future for yourself, your relationship, or your family. Oftentimes the stressors of life can become...
Sometimes problems in life, especially depression and anxiety, follow us like a dark cloud, blocking out the light and making life seem uncertain. Perhaps this shadow does not completely interrupt life, but its constant presence makes everything harder; even getting out of bed can be hard. Making or sustaining relationships at home or at work can be particularly challenging, and well-meaning...
Are you struggling with a loss of abilities due to chronic illness or medical crisis? Do you feel isolated, unmotivated and depressed? I'm confident that together we can work to help equip you with the necessary tools to help you face and overcome these challenges. Whether you're struggling with life transitions, grief or loss of a person, of independence, of abilities, depression, stress or...
A typical client for me is someone who sincerely wants support and assistance in becoming a happier, healthier individual/couple/family. If the desire to make a change is there, I am more than able and willing to assist you in navigating your own path to success. I have been practicing therapy for 14 years and find that it is best to evaluate each clients individual needs before utilizing a...
People seek therapy services for a variety of reasons. Some first think of participating in therapy when life has become unmanageable. Family or friends may have recommended a consultation with a psychologist in order to find a solution for a specific life problem. Others begin therapy simply as a quest to better understand their life, experiences or relationships with the hope of fully...
Christine Turo-Shields brings hope and humor, energy and enthusiasm to her work with children, families, and adults. For over 30 years, she has provided therapy in a variety of settings, including individual, marital, family and group counseling. Her expertise is rich with various clinical passion areas, including treating anxiety/panic disorders, abuse/trauma/PTSD, depression, women’s issues,...
My therapeutic approach is infused with a passion for creating and providing open and interactive dialogue, empowering adults of all ages to meet life’s problems, transitions, and tough decisions with greater confidence and awareness. Utilizing techniques from evidence based Cognitive-Behavioral, short term problem solving therapy, and mindfulness practices, I will assist you in identifying...
Have you recently found yourself saying, “I can’t do this anymore”? If so, then you’re not alone. I believe each person has an innate ability to heal, but you don’t have to do it by yourself. Sometimes it’s current upsetting events, other times it’s the past. Often, it’s a combination of both that impact our mind, body/health, and relationships. I offer a safe and non-judgemental space for...
Having difficulty coping with a loss? The end of a relationship or losing a loved one or pet are some of the most difficult things to handle. I offer a safe environment for people going through a challenging time or suffering a loss. Having a strong interest in animal assisted therapies, I welcome the assistance of pets during sessions. I also facilitate a monthly pet loss support group where a...
