Sleep or Insomnia Therapists in Alliston, ON
Life's challenges can sometimes bring us to our knees. If you're struggling with addiction, anxiety, depression, and the effects of trauma and stress, I know the courage it takes to reach out. I’ll work with you to identify and ease suffering, creating a personalized plan within a safe and trusting space.
With decades of experience supporting individuals of all ages, I understand the effect of these struggles in your relationships, your work and inside yourself. No matter how big or small your concerns may feel today, I encourage you to reach out. Please reach out, book an appointment or email me with any questions.
Life's challenges can sometimes bring us to our knees. If you're struggling with addiction, anxiety, depression, and the effects of trauma and stress, I know the courage it takes to reach out. I’ll work with you to identify and ease suffering, creating a personalized plan within a safe and trusting space.
With decades of experience supporting individuals of all ages, I understand the effect of these struggles in your relationships, your work and inside yourself. No matter how big or small your concerns may feel today, I encourage you to reach out. Please reach out, book an appointment or email me with any questions.
Have you been noticing changes in your child or teen? They may seem overwhelmed, shutdown, anxious, angry or just not quite themselves? Maybe you’ve noticed changes in their mood, friendships, school or confidence. Despite your best efforts, it feels harder to connect, understand what is going on or know how to help. The truth is, kids and teens today are carrying a lot, often without having the words or tools to explain what they’re feeling inside. Having the right support can make a meaningful difference.
Have you been noticing changes in your child or teen? They may seem overwhelmed, shutdown, anxious, angry or just not quite themselves? Maybe you’ve noticed changes in their mood, friendships, school or confidence. Despite your best efforts, it feels harder to connect, understand what is going on or know how to help. The truth is, kids and teens today are carrying a lot, often without having the words or tools to explain what they’re feeling inside. Having the right support can make a meaningful difference.
I'm a partner at Central Ontario Psychology and a psychologist with more than 30 years of experience treating PTSD, anxiety, depression, and other psychological conditions. Throughout my career, I have worked extensively with first responders, veterans, and other public safety personnel, as well as individuals affected by operational, occupational, criminal, or childhood trauma. I have deep experience working with WSIB and VAC. I believe that effective psychological care combines scientific evidence with compassion, curiosity, and practical strategies tailored to each individual.
I'm a partner at Central Ontario Psychology and a psychologist with more than 30 years of experience treating PTSD, anxiety, depression, and other psychological conditions. Throughout my career, I have worked extensively with first responders, veterans, and other public safety personnel, as well as individuals affected by operational, occupational, criminal, or childhood trauma. I have deep experience working with WSIB and VAC. I believe that effective psychological care combines scientific evidence with compassion, curiosity, and practical strategies tailored to each individual.
Steph Nesbit
Registered Psychotherapist, MC, CCC, CPC
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Whether you are feeling overwhelmed with anxiety and stress or struggling with negative thoughts and low self-worth, I want to help. Some clients come to recover from losses in their lives, process grief or consider big decisions. Others notice their lives aren't aligning with their values, or they are frustrated in challenging relationships. Whatever brings you, you are so welcome here. You'll find that I'm warm, calming, and compassionate. I aim to help you process your experiences, gain perspective and find freedom. I'll explore with you your thoughts and emotions, address how problems are impacting your life, and set goals.
Whether you are feeling overwhelmed with anxiety and stress or struggling with negative thoughts and low self-worth, I want to help. Some clients come to recover from losses in their lives, process grief or consider big decisions. Others notice their lives aren't aligning with their values, or they are frustrated in challenging relationships. Whatever brings you, you are so welcome here. You'll find that I'm warm, calming, and compassionate. I aim to help you process your experiences, gain perspective and find freedom. I'll explore with you your thoughts and emotions, address how problems are impacting your life, and set goals.
Monthly complimentary case consultation for physicians and educators. Treatment is based on effective strategies supported by the latest research in various psychology areas, such as psychotherapy, brain science, neuropsychology, learning, decision-making, and behavioural economics. Do you think you have adult ADHD? Do you or your child have difficulty with learning? If you have trouble completing tasks, are disorganized, and have a busy mind, you are showing signs of attentional difficulties. You may notice difficulties with relationships, work, academics, understanding, and memory. We provide assessments and therapy to help you.
Monthly complimentary case consultation for physicians and educators. Treatment is based on effective strategies supported by the latest research in various psychology areas, such as psychotherapy, brain science, neuropsychology, learning, decision-making, and behavioural economics. Do you think you have adult ADHD? Do you or your child have difficulty with learning? If you have trouble completing tasks, are disorganized, and have a busy mind, you are showing signs of attentional difficulties. You may notice difficulties with relationships, work, academics, understanding, and memory. We provide assessments and therapy to help you.
I offer a safe, non-judgmental, and compassionate space for children, youth, and adults who feel untethered, overwhelmed, or uncertain of their next steps. Whether you’re healing from trauma, moving through anxiety or depression, struggling with substance use, exploring gender and sexuality, or living with neurodivergence, you don’t have to walk that path alone. My approach is gentle, holistic, and collaborative—we’ll explore your story, honour your strengths, and create space for healing and growth so you can feel more grounded, resilient, and connected to your authentic self.
I offer a safe, non-judgmental, and compassionate space for children, youth, and adults who feel untethered, overwhelmed, or uncertain of their next steps. Whether you’re healing from trauma, moving through anxiety or depression, struggling with substance use, exploring gender and sexuality, or living with neurodivergence, you don’t have to walk that path alone. My approach is gentle, holistic, and collaborative—we’ll explore your story, honour your strengths, and create space for healing and growth so you can feel more grounded, resilient, and connected to your authentic self.
Brittney Rossi
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, BASc, EMDRIA
12 Endorsed
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
I support clients with an integrative and customized treatment plan including: Somatic Therapy, Mindfulness, Gestalt Chairwork, EMDR Therapy, ACT for binge eating, CBT for Insomnia, Psychodynamic Therapy, Gottman Method Couple Therapy, and Imago Relationship Therapy.
Are you experiencing burnout due to narcissistic abuse, co-dependency, people-pleasing or workplace bullying? Are you a couple seeking support with communication, conflict, connection, intimacy, and rekindling positive vibes in your relationship? As an RP with extensive lived experience, I can support you through this journey. Sitting side by side with my clients through this rollercoaster we call life is my purpose. Insight, growth, self-development, self-awareness, empowerment, other-awareness and resourcefulness are the fruits of therapy with me. I provide EMDR Therapy to individuals for affair recovery and relational trauma.
I support clients with an integrative and customized treatment plan including: Somatic Therapy, Mindfulness, Gestalt Chairwork, EMDR Therapy, ACT for binge eating, CBT for Insomnia, Psychodynamic Therapy, Gottman Method Couple Therapy, and Imago Relationship Therapy.
Are you experiencing burnout due to narcissistic abuse, co-dependency, people-pleasing or workplace bullying? Are you a couple seeking support with communication, conflict, connection, intimacy, and rekindling positive vibes in your relationship? As an RP with extensive lived experience, I can support you through this journey. Sitting side by side with my clients through this rollercoaster we call life is my purpose. Insight, growth, self-development, self-awareness, empowerment, other-awareness and resourcefulness are the fruits of therapy with me. I provide EMDR Therapy to individuals for affair recovery and relational trauma.
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Specializing in SLEEP/ Insomnia and/or ANXIETY: Struggling to fall and/or stay asleep can lead to unrestful nights and exhausting days and feelings of frustration and hopelessness.
As an anxiety and behavioural sleep therapist I provide actionable tools and effective treatment (CBT-I) to help reset, adjust, and strengthen the sleep cycle, quality, and amount. I also provide anxiety treatments, help clients process and regulate emotional difficulties, develop effective coping skills, and address related issues interfering with sleep.
Specializing in SLEEP/ Insomnia and/or ANXIETY: Struggling to fall and/or stay asleep can lead to unrestful nights and exhausting days and feelings of frustration and hopelessness.
As an anxiety and behavioural sleep therapist I provide actionable tools and effective treatment (CBT-I) to help reset, adjust, and strengthen the sleep cycle, quality, and amount. I also provide anxiety treatments, help clients process and regulate emotional difficulties, develop effective coping skills, and address related issues interfering with sleep.
Whether you’re navigating the challenges of caregiving or looking for relief from anxiety or sleep difficulties, you don’t have to face it alone.
I have extensive experience and training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), CBT-i ( Insomnia) and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and am passionate about providing quality, evidence-based care. I work collaboratively with my clients to build resilience, develop effective coping strategies, and challenge negative thought patterns.
Whether you’re navigating the challenges of caregiving or looking for relief from anxiety or sleep difficulties, you don’t have to face it alone.
I have extensive experience and training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), CBT-i ( Insomnia) and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and am passionate about providing quality, evidence-based care. I work collaboratively with my clients to build resilience, develop effective coping strategies, and challenge negative thought patterns.
If you are suffering with insomnia, I now provide CBT-I (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia).
I have 20+ years with teens, youth and adult mental wellness; I hold many certifications in Grief, Conflict Resolution, Trauma, Addictions, Mindfulness and Hypnotherapy. Being a Registered Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse (RN, CPMHN) and a Certified Nurse Psychotherapist (CNP) allows me to provide a focused client centred approach unique to each individual.
If you are suffering with insomnia, I now provide CBT-I (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia).
I have 20+ years with teens, youth and adult mental wellness; I hold many certifications in Grief, Conflict Resolution, Trauma, Addictions, Mindfulness and Hypnotherapy. Being a Registered Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse (RN, CPMHN) and a Certified Nurse Psychotherapist (CNP) allows me to provide a focused client centred approach unique to each individual.
Insomnia is a common complaint and we all know how debilitating sleep problems can make us feel.
My expertise is diagnosing and treating mental illness based on current research findings. Successful treatment requires careful assessment in order to plan and deliver effective interventions. I work from a holistic perspective, integrating the latest knowledge in neurobiological & psychological research to help understand and assist improve mental health.
Insomnia is a common complaint and we all know how debilitating sleep problems can make us feel.
My expertise is diagnosing and treating mental illness based on current research findings. Successful treatment requires careful assessment in order to plan and deliver effective interventions. I work from a holistic perspective, integrating the latest knowledge in neurobiological & psychological research to help understand and assist improve mental health.
When were you last able to slow your racing thoughts and feel a sense of calm? For many, anxiety is exhausting and isolating, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Together, let’s explore how to find your piece of mind.
If this sounds like your experience, a lot of people feel exhausted by anxiety, stress and burnout. Not addressing your anxiety can lead to feeling disconnected and afraid. But I believe that everyone has strengths that they can leverage to address what’s holding them back; there is hope for a future where you can be more connected to those around you and feel a sense of safety again.
When were you last able to slow your racing thoughts and feel a sense of calm? For many, anxiety is exhausting and isolating, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Together, let’s explore how to find your piece of mind.
If this sounds like your experience, a lot of people feel exhausted by anxiety, stress and burnout. Not addressing your anxiety can lead to feeling disconnected and afraid. But I believe that everyone has strengths that they can leverage to address what’s holding them back; there is hope for a future where you can be more connected to those around you and feel a sense of safety again.
Sleep that no longer comes easily, moods that swing without warning, anxiety or low feelings arriving out of nowhere, and a quiet sense that you no longer quite recognize yourself.
I work with women moving through perimenopause, menopause, and the wider changes of midlife, along with the anxiety, low mood, burnout, and shifts in identity that so often come with them. Before becoming a therapist I spent eighteen years as a nurse, and that background gave me deep respect for how closely hormones, sleep, and emotional health are connected. Together we make sense of what is happening and use practical, evidence-based tools to help you feel steadier, more rested, and more like yourself again.
Sleep that no longer comes easily, moods that swing without warning, anxiety or low feelings arriving out of nowhere, and a quiet sense that you no longer quite recognize yourself.
I work with women moving through perimenopause, menopause, and the wider changes of midlife, along with the anxiety, low mood, burnout, and shifts in identity that so often come with them. Before becoming a therapist I spent eighteen years as a nurse, and that background gave me deep respect for how closely hormones, sleep, and emotional health are connected. Together we make sense of what is happening and use practical, evidence-based tools to help you feel steadier, more rested, and more like yourself again.
I specialize in anxiety (all sub-types), depression, insomnia, self-esteem, and stress (situational and chronic).
As a therapist, my unwavering commitment to fostering a compassionate and supportive environment has been the cornerstone of my practice. I believe that kindness and empathy are essential ingredients in the therapeutic process, creating a space where clients feel heard, understood, and valued. Guided by a genuine passion for helping individuals navigate life's challenges, I am dedicated to establishing a trusting and collaborative relationship with each client. My approach is rooted in the belief that healing and growth occur when therapist and client work together as a team, setting and achieving meaningful goals.
I specialize in anxiety (all sub-types), depression, insomnia, self-esteem, and stress (situational and chronic).
As a therapist, my unwavering commitment to fostering a compassionate and supportive environment has been the cornerstone of my practice. I believe that kindness and empathy are essential ingredients in the therapeutic process, creating a space where clients feel heard, understood, and valued. Guided by a genuine passion for helping individuals navigate life's challenges, I am dedicated to establishing a trusting and collaborative relationship with each client. My approach is rooted in the belief that healing and growth occur when therapist and client work together as a team, setting and achieving meaningful goals.
She is trained in delivering individual and group-based interventions in the following modalities, cognitive-behavioural therapy, CBT for insomnia, acceptance and commitment therapy, dialectical behavioural therapy, and mindfulness.
During her training she has gained experience working with people with a wide range of psychological issues, including mood disorders, and anxiety disorders, panic disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, perfectionism, pain, insomnia, bereavement, low self-esteem, stress, emotional regulation, adjustment to life transitions, and relationship issues.
She is trained in delivering individual and group-based interventions in the following modalities, cognitive-behavioural therapy, CBT for insomnia, acceptance and commitment therapy, dialectical behavioural therapy, and mindfulness.
During her training she has gained experience working with people with a wide range of psychological issues, including mood disorders, and anxiety disorders, panic disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, perfectionism, pain, insomnia, bereavement, low self-esteem, stress, emotional regulation, adjustment to life transitions, and relationship issues.
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, overwhelm, insomnia, chronic pain, or the emotional impact of trauma, grief, or a difficult relationship or life transition?
Together, we’ll explore what’s happening in your life, what you’re carrying, and what you hope will change — at a pace that feels right for you. My focus is on helping you find practical strategies, clarity, and emotional grounding, so you can feel more in control and more connected to yourself.
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, overwhelm, insomnia, chronic pain, or the emotional impact of trauma, grief, or a difficult relationship or life transition?
Together, we’ll explore what’s happening in your life, what you’re carrying, and what you hope will change — at a pace that feels right for you. My focus is on helping you find practical strategies, clarity, and emotional grounding, so you can feel more in control and more connected to yourself.
When life feels overwhelming, it can be difficult to know where to start. You might grapple with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, self-doubt, mood swings, or feel trapped in unhelpful patterns. Therapy provides a safe, supportive setting to deepen self-understanding, gain effective coping strategies, and pursue meaningful change. If you're considering therapy, the first step is simply reaching out. You can contact me by email or phone to schedule a brief consultation to discuss your needs and what you hope to achieve.
When life feels overwhelming, it can be difficult to know where to start. You might grapple with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, self-doubt, mood swings, or feel trapped in unhelpful patterns. Therapy provides a safe, supportive setting to deepen self-understanding, gain effective coping strategies, and pursue meaningful change. If you're considering therapy, the first step is simply reaching out. You can contact me by email or phone to schedule a brief consultation to discuss your needs and what you hope to achieve.
If challenges at work or home are impacting your functioning (e.g. poor sleep, difficulty thinking, more arguments in relationships), it's time to get it assessed.
In particular, if you want a non-medicated approach for sleep issues, we offer Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i). We can also help with figuring out what's keeping you stuck in other key areas and create a plan to get unstuck. We are clinical psychologists with 40+ yrs experience: Jennifer Kwong, MA, CPsych and Dr. Susan Fantinato, PsyD.
If challenges at work or home are impacting your functioning (e.g. poor sleep, difficulty thinking, more arguments in relationships), it's time to get it assessed.
In particular, if you want a non-medicated approach for sleep issues, we offer Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i). We can also help with figuring out what's keeping you stuck in other key areas and create a plan to get unstuck. We are clinical psychologists with 40+ yrs experience: Jennifer Kwong, MA, CPsych and Dr. Susan Fantinato, PsyD.
I’m a Registered Clinical and Health Psychologist working with adults experiencing a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress, insomnia, and the psychological impact of medical conditions.
My work is grounded in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), but is always tailored to the individual. Sessions are active, focused, and goal-oriented, with an emphasis on identifying what is maintaining the problem and developing strategies that lead to meaningful, lasting change - not just short-term relief.
I’m a Registered Clinical and Health Psychologist working with adults experiencing a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress, insomnia, and the psychological impact of medical conditions.
My work is grounded in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), but is always tailored to the individual. Sessions are active, focused, and goal-oriented, with an emphasis on identifying what is maintaining the problem and developing strategies that lead to meaningful, lasting change - not just short-term relief.
If you are experiencing distress that has impacted your life in some capacity, I will support you in processing and working through your areas of concern.
If you are experiencing distress that has impacted your life in some capacity, I will support you in processing and working through your areas of concern.
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Sleep or Insomnia Counsellors
How effective is treatment for insomnia?
The most effective treatments for insomnia are behavioral techniques that reduce anxiety, including anxiety about falling asleep, and allow the body’s natural cycles to be recalibrated. The most common treatment is cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), which researchers have found to be more useful than medication, with rates of success as high as 80 percent.
Are there specific medications for sleep problems?
There are many medications, both over-the-counter and prescription that treat sleep problems. Supplements such as melatonin are popular and may help, though there is little evidence that it is more effective than a placebo. Prescription medications such as zolpidem are sometimes prescribed.
Are there natural treatments for sleep problems?
There are many natural treatments for everyday sleep problems. Reducing blue-light emitting screens, setting a regular bedtime, regular exercise, reducing caffeine and nicotine consumption, and keeping the bedroom dark and cool at night are all lifestyle changes that can help those who struggle with sleep but may not reach the level of an insomnia diagnosis.
What’s the difference between having trouble falling asleep and insomnia?
Life events, stress, and anxiety can lead to sleepless nights for everyone from time to time. To be diagnosed with insomnia, a patient must experience trouble falling asleep, trouble remaining asleep, waking up too early, or non-restorative sleep at least three nights per week for at least one month. Sleep problems affect one-third to one-half of the population, while chronic insomnia affects about 10 to 15 percent of people.