Sleep & Insomnia

    CBT-I Therapy for Insomnia

    If you are lying awake at night, dreading bedtime, or relying on sleep medication that is not working anymore, CBT-I (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia) may be the answer. It is the gold-standard, evidence-based treatment recommended by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) as the first-line approach for chronic insomnia—before medication.

    I have advanced training in CBT-I from the University of Pennsylvania and am currently pursuing further training toward board certification in Behavioral Sleep Medicine. I provide CBT-I-informed strategies as part of my online therapy practice across New York and New Jersey.

    What Is CBT-I?

    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) is a structured, time-limited approach that targets the thoughts, behaviors, and habits that keep insomnia going. Unlike sleep medication, CBT-I addresses the root causes of your sleep problems, leading to lasting improvement.

    Cognitive Restructuring

    Identify and reframe the anxious thoughts and beliefs about sleep that fuel your insomnia cycle.

    Sleep Restriction & Stimulus Control

    Structured techniques to rebuild your body's natural sleep drive and reassociate bed with sleep.

    Sleep Hygiene & Relaxation

    Practical strategies for creating an environment and routine that supports restful sleep.

    CBT-I May Be Right for You If…

    You have trouble falling or staying asleep
    You wake up too early and can't fall back asleep
    You experience nightmares or disturbing dreams
    You rely on sleep medication and want to taper off
    Anxiety or racing thoughts keep you up at night
    You feel exhausted but your body won't shut down
    Postpartum sleep disruption is affecting your wellbeing
    You've tried everything and nothing has worked

    My Training in CBT-I

    University of Pennsylvania

    Advanced training in CBT-I through UPenn's Behavioral Sleep Medicine program.

    Pursuing Board Certification

    Currently pursuing additional training toward board certification in Behavioral Sleep Medicine through the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM).

    Nightmare Treatment

    Additional training in evidence-based approaches for nightmare reduction and sleep-related anxiety.

    Ready to sleep better?

    CBT-I can help you reclaim your nights—without medication.