Sleep issues include difficulties like trouble falling and staying asleep (insomnia), early awakenings, and an inconsistent sleep schedule. In children and adolescents, sleep concerns can also include nighttime separation anxiety, fears and worries, nightmares, bedwetting, prolonging bed time (“curtain calls”), difficulty establishing a bedtime routine, and night terrors. I use cognitive, behavioral, and motivational strategies to help you and/or your child get a good night’s sleep and reduce stress at bedtime.

Other health behaviors include things like diet, exercise, and substance use. If you are looking to make a change in one of these areas, I would love to work with you and/or your child. We will identify your values and sources of motivation, set goals, and problem-solve barriers to change. However, please note that if you are experiencing concerns that are consistent with an eating disorder (e.g., anorexia) or substance use disorder/dependence, I will most likely refer you to a different provider to ensure that you are receiving appropriate treatment. We will discuss your concerns and goals at the beginning of treatment to ensure that I am the right provider for you.

In addition to my training in clinical psychology, I hold a Master of Public Health degree with a specialization in health behavior. I have published peer-reviewed articles on several health behavior topics including stress and sleep in adolescents, drugged driving, smoking and e-cigarette use in teens, and pictorial warnings on cigarette packs. For more information about my research, please see my Research Gate profile.