BEHAVIORAL SLEEP - Key Persons


Alan L. Schwartz

Job Titles:
  • Director of Behavioral Health Integration at Christiana Care Health System
Alan L. Schwartz, PsyD is the Director of Behavioral Health Integration at Christiana Care Health System, a large non-profit health system in Delaware. He leads a team of Behavioral Health Consultants (BHCs) providing Integrated Behavioral Health Services for primary care and medical specialty practices. In his clinical practice through Christiana Care's Outpatient Services, Dr. Schwartz specializes in providing psychotherapy, psychological assessments and behavioral sleep consultation and tre ...

Alexandria Muench

Job Titles:
  • Chairman of the Scientific Programming Committee

Alicia Roth

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Scientific Programming Committee

Allyson Gilles

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Clinical Practice Committee

Amanda Seavey

Amanda Seavey, PhD, DBSM is a licensed psychologist and board certified sleep specialist located in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Seavey is the founder of Clarity Psychological Wellness, an outpatient psychology clinic specializing in the treatment of sleep disorders. Psychologists at Clarity are highly trained in behavioral sleep treatments including CBT-I. All are supervised by Dr. Seavey in order to ensure the highest quality of care. Dr. Seavey earned her Masters and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychol ...

Ana Fins

Job Titles:
  • Member of Committee

Angela N. R. Miller

Angela N. R. Miller, PhD, MPH, MSCP, DBSM is a board-certified behavioral sleep medicine specialist, educator, and speaker. She completed her PhD at Kent State University, her medical psychology residency at WVU School of Medicine/ Charleston Area Medical Center, and a clinical health psychology/ specialty medicine fellowship at the Louis Stokes Cleveland DVAMC. Dr. Miller specializes in the non-medication treatment of a wide variety of sleep disorders and she is passionate about helping individ ...

Annie Miller

Job Titles:
  • Clinical Social Worker
Annie Miller is a licensed clinical social worker and practicing psychotherapist who uses evidence-based treatments to help adolescent and adult clients with anxiety, depression, insomnia, trauma and chronic pain/illness. If you are having trouble falling or staying asleep, having anxious thoughts, or are stuck in painful memories from your past, Annie can help. By using techniques like EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing), CBT-i (cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia) and mi ...

Annika Myers

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Education Committee
  • Student Member

Brett Kuhn

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Scientific Programming Committee
  • Professor of Psychology at the Munroe - Meyer Institute
Brett Kuhn is a licensed psychologist and Professor of Psychology at the Munroe-Meyer Institute and University of Nebraska Medical Center. He is a diplomat of behavioral sleep medicine (DBSM) and member of the international Pediatric Sleep Council (www.babysleep.com). Dr. Kuhn served on the committee which created the national standards of practice for children with bedtime resistance and night-time awakenings, sponsored by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM). He was honored with the 2022 Clinical Innovator Award by the Society of Behavioral Sleep Medicine (SBSM). Dr. Kuhn is the director of behavioral sleep medicine services at the Children's Sleep Disorders Center in Omaha where he provides clinical service, education, training, and supervision for pediatric residents, sleep medicine fellows, and pre-doctoral psychology interns. He has published more than 60 journal articles and book chapters, primarily on the topic of pediatric sleep. Dr. Kuhn is a co-editor of Behavioral Treatments for Sleep Disorders: A Comprehensive Primer of Behavioral Sleep Medicine Interventions, and he co-authored a popular press parenting book, The Toddler Owner's Manual: Operating Instructions, Troubleshooting Tips, and Advice on System Maintenance.

Bruce Forman

Job Titles:
  • Member of Committee

Carolyn Watson

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Membership Committee

Christina Mc Crae

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Executive Committee

Courtney Bolstad

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Clinical Practice Committee

Cristina Garcia

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Accreditation Committee

Curtis, Brian

Dr. Brian Curtis, Ph.D., D.B.S.M. is a clinical psychologist and founder of Honest Sleep, LLC, a telehealth-based clinical practice specializing in the assessment and integrated treatment of chronic insomnia, nightmare disorder, anxiety disorders, depression, PTSD, and borderline personality disorder. Brian is board certified in Behavioral Sleep Medicine (D.B.S.M.). He has over 12 years of research experience in the field of sleep medicine and is a member of the American Academy of Sleep Medicin ...

Daniel Kim

Daniel Kim, LCSW, specializes in behavioral sleep therapy and offers telehealth CBT-I services in California and Illinois. He utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), as well as related modalities such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Insomnia (ACT-I), Brief Behavioral Treatment of Insomnia (BBTI), and Mindfulness Based Therapy for Insomnia (MBTI), to create customized sleep treatment plans tailored to clients' needs and goals. Daniel has been a CBT-I practitioner s ...

Daniel Taylor

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Board of Directors

David William Brown

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Clinical Practice Committee

Denise Rodriguez Esquivel

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Membership Committee

Dr. Byars

Dr. Byars is a board-certified pediatric psychologist with extensive clinical experience in pediatric behavioral sleep medicine. He also has extensive research experience in behavioral medicine with a focus in pediatric illness conditions including sleep disorders. Dr. Byars is a Professor of Pediatrics, and director of the Behavioral Sleep Medicine Clinical, Training, and Research Programs at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center. He also serves as the Associate Director of the Sleep ...

Dr. Chandler Chang

Job Titles:
  • Clinical Psychologist and Founder of Therapy Lab
Dr. Chandler Chang is a clinical psychologist and founder of Therapy Lab. Her private practice offers therapy that's based on a plan. Their science-based plans are designed to support you in overcoming distress, so you walk away with emotional health and insight. Check out their therapy plan for Insomnia: www.therapylab.com/sleep-well-cbt-insomnia. CBT for Insomnia (CBT-I) is one of the most effective treatments for insomnia. With a brief series of sessions, CBT-I works as well as medication ...

Dr. Gowda

Dr. Gowda is a licensed clinical health psychologist who is board certified in behavioral sleep medicine. She trained as a clinical fellow at the Stanford Sleep Medicine Center and built the first Sleep and Circadian Health Program for the Marine Corps Special Operations Command. Dr. Gowda is the founder of ThinkSleep, a private Telehealth sleep practice, where she sees patients in California and North Carolina. She continues to guest lecture & consult for a variety of groups, including the FBI, ...

Dr. Ivan Vargas

Job Titles:
  • Assistant Professor
  • DBSM - Chair
Dr. Ivan Vargas is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychological Science at the University of Arkansas. He recently completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the Behavioral Sleep Medicine Program at the University of Pennsylvania and received his Ph.D. in Clinical Science from the University of Michigan in 2016. Ivan's research broadly investigates the biopsychosocial factors that contribute to the development and maintenance of stress-related disorders, such as insomnia and depression. ...

Dr. Jennings

Job Titles:
  • Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Jennings is a clinical psychologist who is board certified in behavioral sleep medicine. She provides short-term, evidence-based treatments including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) and Imagery Rehearsal Therapy (IRT) for adults, adolescents, and children across California through telehealth. She works with individuals who struggle to turns off their minds at night, spend too long trying to fall asleep, or find themselves wide awake at odd hours. Some wake up too early, ...

Dr. Jessica Meers

Job Titles:
  • Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Jessica Meers is a licensed clinical psychologist board-certified in behavioral sleep medicine. She specializes in using behavioral treatments to help adults and children overcome insomnia, circadian rhythm disorders, and CPAP adherence. She is especially passionate about helping women navigate their own unique sleep challenges, such as those related to menstrual disorders, pregnancy/postpartum, and menopause.

Dr. Kate Kaplan

Dr. Kate Kaplan is on the clinical faculty at Stanford University and has a private practice in Menlo Park specializing in the treatment of sleep disorders. Dr. Kaplan has published dozens of articles on sleep and has been treating sleep disorders for over a decade. She works with a range of sleep disorders, including insomnia, hypersomnia, circadian rhythm disorders, nightmares and adolescent sleep difficulties.

Dr. Krietsch

Job Titles:
  • Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Krietsch is a clinical psychologist who specializes in pediatric behavioral sleep medicine at St. Louis Children's Hospital. She sees infants through young adults with insomnia, circadian rhythm disorders, parasomnias, disorders of hypersomnolence, and difficulty tolerating PAP or HiFlow for sleep disordered breathing. She particularly enjoys working with young children and youth with neurodevelopmental and medical complexities.

Dr. Kristen Stone

Job Titles:
  • Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Kristen Stone is a licensed clinical psychologist, behavioral sleep specialist, and assistant professor of Psychiatry and Human Behavior at the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University. Dr. Stone is also an authorized practitioner of interjurisdictional telepsychology, which means she can treat patients virtually in any PSYPACT participating state. (Check out the PSYPACT map to see if your home state is one of them: https://psypact.org/mpage/psypactmap. Most are!) Dr. Stone is also l ...

Dr. Liz Ross

Job Titles:
  • Clinical Psychologist in the State of Texas
Dr. Liz Ross is a licensed Clinical Psychologist in the state of Texas and a member of the National Registry for Health Service Psychologists. She is an Assistant Professor of Baylor College of Medicine in the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Department and a consultant at Houston Methodist. Dr. Ross has received specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i) as well as treatments for other sleep problems such as nightmares associated with PTSD and CPAP adherence.

Dr. Melissa Pierce

Job Titles:
  • Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Melissa Pierce is a clinical psychologist practicing in beautiful Carlsbad, CA. Dr. Pierce provides counseling to older children, adolescents, and adults with anxiety, depression, mood changes, and sleep disorders.

Dr. Nicole Moshfegh

Dr. Nicole Moshfegh (She/Her) is a clinical and health service psychologist in Los Angeles, California. She is the Founder and Director of We Rise Psychology, Inc. and the author of, "The Book of Sleep." Dr. Moshfegh specializes in providing culturally responsive, evidence-based care to adults and teenagers struggling with anxiety, insomnia, burnout, as well as chronic fatigue and stress. She has extensive training and experience in evidence-based therapies, such as Cognitive Behavioral Thera ...

Dr. Sara Nowakowski

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Executive Committee
  • Clinical Psychologist in the State of Texas
Dr. Sara Nowakowski is a licensed Clinical Psychologist in the state of Texas and Board certified in Behavioral Sleep Medicine. She is an Associate Professor at Baylor College of Medicine Section of Health Services Research in the Department of Medicine located within the Center for Innovations in Quality, Effectiveness & Safety, a combined Baylor and VA Health Services Research & Development Center for Innovation. She treats patients with insomnia and other sleep disorders in the Baylor Sleep Medicine Clinic in Houston, TX.

Edward Haraburda

Job Titles:
  • Member of Committee

Ellen Wermter

Job Titles:
  • Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
Ellen Wermter is a Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner through the American Nurses Credentialing Center and a member of Sigma Theta Tau National Honor Society. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at the University of Virginia and her Masters of Science at Virginia Commonwealth University and is a member of the Virginia Council of Nurse Practitioners (VCNP). Ellen is a dedicated sleep professional. She holds a Diplomate in Behavioral Sleep medicine and is a certified cognitive be ...

Emily Fitton

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Membership Committee

Farahani, Avid

Dr. Farahani is a Licensed Psychologist providing clinical and health psychological counseling services to adults and older areas, with a specialization in the treatment of insomnia using evidence-based Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). She has had the pleasure of developing and piloting behavioral health integration programs for both Providence Health and Legacy Health, the two major health systems in Oregon. This includes sleep education. Other areas of specialty include helpi ...

Govan, Babak

Dr. Govan is a Licensed Psychologist providing clinical and health psychological counseling services to adults and couples, with a specialization in the treatment of insomnia using evidence-based Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). He has been fortunate to be a regular presenter at the annual Providence Oregon Sleep Symposium and has taught for the Sleep Education Series at Providence St. Vincent Hospital. Other areas of specialty include helping to manage and overcome self-defeat ...

Haley Byers

Job Titles:
  • Chairman of the Education Committee
  • DBSM - Co - Chair ( 2021 - 2024 )

Haraburda, Edward

Since 2012, Ed Haraburda, Ph.D., DBSM, has been offering people in Columbus, Ohio and surrounding communities a range of behavioral sleep medicine services as well as evidence-based treatment for a variety of psychological conditions such as anxiety, PTSD, and depression that often co-occur with sleep issues.

Hess, Elaine

Dr. Elaine Hess is a licensed psychologist in private practice in Houston, TX. She specializes in treating sleep disorders, including insomnia, sleep disturbance and adherence to CPAP for obstructive sleep apnea. She is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). She also treats individuals with comorbid medical conditions, such as cancer, neurological conditions and GI disorders.

Hipes, Savannah

Savannah is an LCSW currently accepting referrals for adults and older adolescents experiencing Anxiety, Insomnia, Nightmares, and Eating Disorders. She provides in-person treatment in Winter Park, Florida, and virtual treatment throughout Florida and New York. She trained in ACT-based CBT-I with the Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System, and provides CBT-I (insomnia) and CBT-N (nightmares). Savannah Hipes is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with an advocate heart and inquisitive spirit. Sh ...

Josh Kirsch

Josh Kirsch, LCSW has over 20 years of experience as a clinician and providing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia. His training has included extensive coursework and clinical consultation. He works collaboratively with his clients, drawing on his advanced training in Motivational Interviewing.

Julia Boyle

Job Titles:
  • Chairman of the Education Committee
  • DBSM - Co - Chair ( 2022 - 2025 )

KateLyn Walsh

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Clinical Practice Committee
  • DBSM - Chair

Katherine Wesley

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Clinical Practice Committee

Kathryn Hansen

Job Titles:
  • Executive Director
  • Member of the Accreditation Committee
  • Member of the Clinical Practice Committee
  • Member of the Education Committee
  • Member of the Membership Committee
  • Member of the Scientific Programming Committee

Kathy Sexton Radek

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Membership Committee

Lewis-Croswell, Jaclyn

Dr. Lewis-Croswell developed the Insomnia Treatment Program at Tampa General Hospital in 2013. Dr. Lewis-Croswell is taking new patients in her private practice and is a health psychologist treating patients with co-morbid chronic medical conditions, behavioral sleep disorders as well as depression and anxiety. See website: Www.jaclynlewiscroswell.com

Lisa Medalie

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Accreditation Committee

Marla Shapiro

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Education Committee

Melanie Leggett

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Accreditation Committee

Meral Culver

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Scientific Programming Committee

Michael A. Tompkins

Michael A. Tompkins, PhD is a licensed psychologist and board certified in Behavioral and Cognitive Psychology through the American Board of Professional Psychology. He is co-director of the San Francisco Bay Area Center for Cognitive Therapy, Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of California at Berkeley, and a Diplomate and Founding Fellow of the Academy of Cognitive Therapy. He is the author or co-author of numerous articles and chapters on cognitive-behavior therapy and related top ...

Michael Grandner

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Executive Committee

Michael Nadorff

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Board of Directors
  • Director at Large ( 2019 - 2023 )

Natalia David

Job Titles:
  • Chairman of the Accreditation Committee

Natalie Solomon

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Education Committee

Neal Morris

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Clinical Practice Committee

Nicole Irving

Nicole Irving is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia. She received her education in psychology and counseling at New York University and George Washington University. Nicole is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and is certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). She treats adults and couples in her practice but also works with individuals to treat insomnia and improve their sleep hygiene.

Norah Simpson

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Accreditation Committee

O'Leary, Kimberly

Dr. O'Leary specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of chronic pain and behavioral sleep disorders. Treatment modalities include CBT, ACT, and behavioral therapies for health behavior change, with a focus on biopsychosocial factors and treats 18+. Her research has focused on the link between sleep, pain, and emotional functioning. - BA in Psychology from Bradley University (2009-2013) - MA in Clinical Psychology from the University of South Florida (2013-2015) - PhD in Clinical Psycholog ...

Rachel Silverman

Job Titles:
  • Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Rachel Silverman is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who specializes in behavioral sleep. Mindfulness, relaxation, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) are the backbone of her approach. Clients appreciate her warm, non-judgmental presence and patient, pragmatic and skills-based approach. She will work with you to develop a plan that provides you the knowledge and strategies you need to get the sleep you deserve. Call or email to schedule a free 15 minute phone consultation.

Roth, Alicia

Dr. Roth is a clinical health psychologist board-certified Behavioral Sleep Medicine at the Cleveland Clinic, specializing in treating a range of sleep disorders, including: insomnia, nightmare disorders, circadian rhythm disorders, and hypersomnias. She utilizes empirically-based treatments, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBTI), Imagery Rehearsal Therapy for Nightmares (IRT), CBT for Circadian Rhythm Disorders, and CBT for Hypersomnia. Dr. Roth is able to see adults and ...

Rubens, Sonia

Dr. Rubens is a licensed clinical child psychologist specializing in behavioral sleep issues and mental health in children. She offers services to families seeking help with their infant, toddler, and child's sleep issues.

S. Justin Thomas

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Board of Directors

Sarah Honaker

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Board of Directors

Shelby Harris

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Clinical Practice Committee

Simon, Stacey

Dr. Simon is a pediatric sleep psychologist who works with children and families on behavioral management of sleep problems, including insomnia, circadian rhythm sleep disorders, and obstructive sleep apnea. Her research is on the negative cardiometabolic impact of insufficient sleep and circadian misalignment in adolescents.

Spencer Dawson

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Accreditation Committee

Spencer, Jenae

Jenae is passionate about helping people improve their health and well-being and regain hope. She believes the physical, mental, and spiritual bodies are intrinsically connected and incorporates mind/body techniques to treat the whole person. Jenae's work has been informed by her training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), Board Certification in Biofeedback through the Biofeedback Certification International Alliance, mindfulness, and self-compassion. Combining these practices ...

Stacey Simon

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Executive Committee

Suzanne Bertisch

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Board of Directors
  • Director at Large

Tracy Chisholm

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Scientific Programming Committee

Vinney Luis Quero

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Accreditation Committee

Wall, Lauren

Dr. Wall obtained her Master of Science and Doctorate in Psychology from Florida Institute of Technology in Melbourne, FL. She completed an APA-approved internship at Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk, VA, where she obtained advanced training in integrated behavioral health and behavioral sleep medicine. Dr. Wall then completed her post-doctoral fellowship in clinical health psychology at Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center in Richmond, VA. She has expertise in working with ...

Wesley, Katherine

Dr. Wesley specializes in behavioral management of sleep problems for children, adolescents, and families with a variety of sleep disorders including insomnia, circadian rhythm disorders, and adherence difficulties in obstructive sleep apnea. She believes a good night's sleep is at the foundation of a happy, healthy child. Dr. Wesley partners with families to help them develop habits, routines, and behaviors to improve children's sleep quality and quantity. She loves seeing positive changes ...

Zan Barry

Job Titles:
  • Member of Committee