CBT-I International Directory: All Clinician Listings 

Dr. Lauren Brenner is a licensed clinical psychologist with expertise in the field of trauma and stressor-related disorders. She received her BS from the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign, and MS and PhD in Clinical Psychology at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science in Chicago. Dr. Brenner conducted clinical training at the University of Chicago, Edward J Hines VAMC, James Lovell Federal Health Care Center, and an intensive DBT program. She completed her predoctoral internship at VA Boston Healthcare System, with a focus in cooccurring substance use and traumatic stress disorders, with additional training in General Mental Health and Urgent Care. Dr. Brenner attained fellowship training at the Home Base Program, where she now serves as a staff psychologist and Clin ...
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Licensed psychologist with 22 years of experience in sleep medicine. Trained in CBT-I at the Behavioral Sleep Medicine Program, University of Pennsylvania, and obtained a diploma in Behavioral Sleep Medicine in Colombia, endorsed by FLASS (Federación Latinoamericana de Sociedades del Sueño). A specialization in anxiety disorders further enriches her education, with a postgraduate degree in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and a postgraduate degree in Neuropsychology and Cognitive Psychology. Her expertise includes diagnosing, treating, and managing sleep disorders such as insomnia, narcolepsy, nightmares, and CPAP adherence in patients with sleep apnea. While she has contributed to the development of a digital tool for the treatment of insomnia in the USA and has trained and supervised psycho ...
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Dr. Meg Danforth grew up in Raleigh, graduated from Cardinal Gibbons High School, and attended Appalachian State University as a Chancellor’s Scholar. She completed a Ph.D. in clinical psychology from Purdue University in 2004, then returned to the Triangle to complete her clinical training at the Durham VA Medical Center. In 2006, Dr. Danforth joined the faculty of Duke University School of Medicine, where she worked for 15 years as a clinician-educator. As the director of the Duke Behavioral Sleep Medicine Clinic, she provided advanced clinical care to adults with sleep disorders and comorbid conditions, such depression, anxiety, trauma, and chronic pain. She especially enjoys working with seniors, and more than half of her practice has been with adults ages 65+. Since 2007, she has ...
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If a medical doctor has ruled out medical causes of your sleep difficulties, it is likely that I am in a good position to help you. Sleep problems can stem from such wide-ranging causes as depressed mood, grief, intrusive distressing thoughts that won't leave you alone -- even if you don't really believe them, traumatic events in your past, life stress, how much coffee/caffeine you drink, pain, and unhelpful sleep habits or thoughts about sleep. I am a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist and Certified Gottman Couples Therapist who has specialized expertise in identifying the root of your sleep problem and related difficulties and in treating these problems using specific interventions for each of the above causes that scientific research has demonstrated to be effective in reducing your sleep d ...
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Dr. Larissa Tate is a licensed clinical psychologist and received her first Master's Degree in Clinical Psychological Science from the University of Maryland. She then attended the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences for her Master's and Doctoral Degrees in Clinical Psychology. She completed her APA-accredited internship with the University of Alabama-Birmingham VA Medical Center Consortium. Dr. Tate is licensed in Alabama, Georgia, Maryland, New York, and North Carolina and is a registered telehealth provider in Florida. Dr. Tate has extensive experience and training in a variety of settings, including sleep clinics, primary care, hospitals, outpatient mental health clinics, and inpatient medical units. In 2024, she ventured into private practice and specializes in the .. ...
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My educational background is in Psychology, in which I have a Bachelor's degree, but I am also a massage therapist, certified clinical hypnotherapist and am qualified in the application of cognitive behavioural therapy for sleep issues (CBT-i). All of these qualifications have been crucial in learning how to help myself improve my own sleep and are now invaluable in helping other adults with sleep issues make positive changes in their lives too.
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Dr. Kristen Faye Burda is a Board-certified sleep psychologist who specializes in the treatment of sleep disorders, including insomnia and nightmares. Sleep-focused therapy can improve sleep quality, boost daytime alertness, and enhance overall health. Dr. Burda practices behavioral sleep medicine, using cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), imagery rehearsal therapy (IRT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to provide relief for those navigating sleep disorders. Dr. Burda also treats post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as it impacts sleep, using cognitive processing therapy (CPT) and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) to address sleep-interfering symptoms such as hypervigilance and intrusive thoughts. Dr. Burda collaborates with each client to use ...
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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who works with young adults and adults experiencing insomnia, anxiety, and depression. I have completed specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). I understand how frustrating it can be when difficulty sleeping, persistent worry, or low mood begin to affect your everyday life. My approach is compassionate and collaborative, helping clients better understand their experiences, develop practical strategies, and build confidence in their ability to create meaningful change. Whether we are working to improve sleep, manage anxiety, or address depression, my goal is to help you feel supported while finding an approach that fits your needs. I offer both in-person and telehealth sessions.
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We all experience trying times throughout our lives and we all deserve to live a life of joy and peace. Deciding to ask for help is not always easy, especially when it comes to mental health. I believe clients are the experts in their own experiences and a mental health provider's job is to support clients while they navigate different trials and tribulations. My goal as a therapist is to create a safe, comfortable environment where clients can express themselves and work through their experiences, feeling supported and cared about. I have experience working in and around the Deaf community and am fluent in ASL. I have been trained in CBT-I to support people with chronic insomnia. I am taking new clients, both in person and through telehealth. I would love to talk to you to discuss h ...
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I am a licensed clinical psychologist with specialized training in neuropsychology and behavioral medicine. I enjoy using these skills to help adult clients clarify their concerns and put together a collaborative treatment plan. I offer CBT-I for insomnia, as well as CBT for related concerns such as trauma, anxiety, and attention problems.
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A clinical and sports psychologist with experience working with athletes across various sports and individual clients. A PhD in Cardiovascular Sciences from the University of Glasgow, focusing on sleep, dietary intake and food preferences. An MSc. in Psychology of Sport from the University of Stirling, Scotland MA in Psychology with specialisation in Clinical Psychology from Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Vadodara. A graduate member of the British Psychological Society and the British Association of Sports and Exercise Sciences and a certified practitioner of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia. CBTi certification from the Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) (Basic)- Course Conducted by Sleep Science, Sleep Consultancy Limited, Feb 2020 and the Advanced Pr ...
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