Sleep or Insomnia Therapists in Avondale, AZ
I work with adults who are struggling with the chaos of life and are searching for more balance and peace. Whether your focus be addiction, family issues, relationship issues, work-related stress, or overall difficulty with finding contentment in life, I will work with you to find the the root cause and find ways to make change. I have a strong background working with military and first responders and those who work in stressful career fields such as construction, healthcare, etc. I believe in accountability on both ends. My ideal client is someone who is transparent and willing to put in some work to make positive life changes.
I work with adults who are struggling with the chaos of life and are searching for more balance and peace. Whether your focus be addiction, family issues, relationship issues, work-related stress, or overall difficulty with finding contentment in life, I will work with you to find the the root cause and find ways to make change. I have a strong background working with military and first responders and those who work in stressful career fields such as construction, healthcare, etc. I believe in accountability on both ends. My ideal client is someone who is transparent and willing to put in some work to make positive life changes.
Does your mind feel like it won’t turn off — overthinking, worst-case scenarios, constant tension, or sudden waves of panic? Anxiety can make everything feel urgent, exhausting, and hard to explain to others.
I help adults who struggle with anxiety (rumination, panic attacks, social anxiety, people-pleasing, burnout, and high self-pressure) learn practical skills to feel calmer, more confident, and more in control. Therapy with me is warm, direct, and solutions-oriented — we’ll focus on what’s happening in your nervous system and what to do about it.
Does your mind feel like it won’t turn off — overthinking, worst-case scenarios, constant tension, or sudden waves of panic? Anxiety can make everything feel urgent, exhausting, and hard to explain to others.
I help adults who struggle with anxiety (rumination, panic attacks, social anxiety, people-pleasing, burnout, and high self-pressure) learn practical skills to feel calmer, more confident, and more in control. Therapy with me is warm, direct, and solutions-oriented — we’ll focus on what’s happening in your nervous system and what to do about it.
As people our day to day life changes. But what happens if we are unable to meet the expectations of change? I provide counseling for those dealing with a variety of issues from anxiety to depression to even PTSD. My goal is to help you set and achieve what you desire in therapy whether it is a safe place or a place to work through difficult issues. I am there for you.
As people our day to day life changes. But what happens if we are unable to meet the expectations of change? I provide counseling for those dealing with a variety of issues from anxiety to depression to even PTSD. My goal is to help you set and achieve what you desire in therapy whether it is a safe place or a place to work through difficult issues. I am there for you.
Are you tired of holding it all together—managing family, relationships, anxiety, or past trauma—while quietly feeling disconnected or misunderstood? Maybe you and your partner keep having the same argument or struggle to bridge emotional or cultural distance. You want to feel more connected, more grounded, and more like yourself—but something keeps getting in the way. Whether you’re navigating emotional burnout, relationship stress, or unresolved trauma, you’re ready to break patterns and finally feel seen.
Are you tired of holding it all together—managing family, relationships, anxiety, or past trauma—while quietly feeling disconnected or misunderstood? Maybe you and your partner keep having the same argument or struggle to bridge emotional or cultural distance. You want to feel more connected, more grounded, and more like yourself—but something keeps getting in the way. Whether you’re navigating emotional burnout, relationship stress, or unresolved trauma, you’re ready to break patterns and finally feel seen.
Are your thoughts or emotions hard to manage? Do you feel disconnected from friends, family, or yourself? Is trauma affecting your self-confidence? Your relationships? Do you struggle with substance use or dangerous behaviors? Hello and welcome! I am currently accepting new clients. The decision to seek help to manage stress, resolve trauma, develop your career, or embrace change to transform your present and future can feel overwhelming. But accepting help to confront your emotions, relationships, yourself or your time management will develop your resiliency and lay the foundation to achieve your goals and transform your life.
Are your thoughts or emotions hard to manage? Do you feel disconnected from friends, family, or yourself? Is trauma affecting your self-confidence? Your relationships? Do you struggle with substance use or dangerous behaviors? Hello and welcome! I am currently accepting new clients. The decision to seek help to manage stress, resolve trauma, develop your career, or embrace change to transform your present and future can feel overwhelming. But accepting help to confront your emotions, relationships, yourself or your time management will develop your resiliency and lay the foundation to achieve your goals and transform your life.
My counseling is made available through MinuteClinic. You can schedule an appointment with me by calling the number listed in my profile or by visiting CVS MinuteClinic website.
My counseling is made available through MinuteClinic. You can schedule an appointment with me by calling the number listed in my profile or by visiting CVS MinuteClinic website.
Looking for help? Would you like to work with a counselor to address the challenges of Mind, Body and Spirit that may prevent you from living an abundant, meaningful and connected life? My intention is to meet you where you are with warmth, compassion, and a sincere concern for your well-being, and to help you through the process of healing, growth, and discovery. To see if we are a good fit, check out the list of issues addressed here on this page and further details on our website. There is hope. Relief is possible.
Looking for help? Would you like to work with a counselor to address the challenges of Mind, Body and Spirit that may prevent you from living an abundant, meaningful and connected life? My intention is to meet you where you are with warmth, compassion, and a sincere concern for your well-being, and to help you through the process of healing, growth, and discovery. To see if we are a good fit, check out the list of issues addressed here on this page and further details on our website. There is hope. Relief is possible.
Hi, I'm Shawna, LCSW, CCTS.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist with more than 20 years of experience in the mental health field. I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Arizona State University in 2012 and have dedicated my career to supporting individuals through compassionate, trauma-informed, and client-centered care.
My approach is grounded in authenticity, empathy, and collaboration. I strive to create a safe and supportive space where you can feel genuinely heard and understood. Whether you're navigating trauma, life transitions, anxiety, or other challenges, I walk alongside you.
Hi, I'm Shawna, LCSW, CCTS.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist with more than 20 years of experience in the mental health field. I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Arizona State University in 2012 and have dedicated my career to supporting individuals through compassionate, trauma-informed, and client-centered care.
My approach is grounded in authenticity, empathy, and collaboration. I strive to create a safe and supportive space where you can feel genuinely heard and understood. Whether you're navigating trauma, life transitions, anxiety, or other challenges, I walk alongside you.
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I particularly enjoy working with couple's on relationship issues, and providing brief therapies for insomnia.
I believe people do what makes sense to them based on their perspective and experiences. Sometimes these approaches are not effective despite our best efforts and intentions. I seek to understand where you are coming from and help you to find more effective ways of managing your situations. My goal as a therapist is to help you gain more control and mastery over difficult aspects of living. If you approach therapy honestly and are willing to try new ways of coping, I am confident you will have a beneficial experience in therapy.
I particularly enjoy working with couple's on relationship issues, and providing brief therapies for insomnia.
I believe people do what makes sense to them based on their perspective and experiences. Sometimes these approaches are not effective despite our best efforts and intentions. I seek to understand where you are coming from and help you to find more effective ways of managing your situations. My goal as a therapist is to help you gain more control and mastery over difficult aspects of living. If you approach therapy honestly and are willing to try new ways of coping, I am confident you will have a beneficial experience in therapy.
My aim is to help you address problematic ways of thinking, feeling, and behaving that increase problems with depression, anxiety, stress, and insomnia/ sleep concerns.
I have facilitated treatment for a wide range of problems, primarily anxiety related disorders such as OCD, panic, and general anxiety, and I approach the therapeutic relationship with warmth, openness, lightheartedness, and humor. I have trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and CBT-I for insomnia, Mindfulness, and Self-Compassion.
My aim is to help you address problematic ways of thinking, feeling, and behaving that increase problems with depression, anxiety, stress, and insomnia/ sleep concerns.
I have facilitated treatment for a wide range of problems, primarily anxiety related disorders such as OCD, panic, and general anxiety, and I approach the therapeutic relationship with warmth, openness, lightheartedness, and humor. I have trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and CBT-I for insomnia, Mindfulness, and Self-Compassion.
Feeling overwhelmed trying to keep up with your health, sleep, and life?
I believe it is important to focus on the body mind & spirit connection. I use science based therapies that have been shown to improve mental health while keeping in mind your individual needs, values, and history. You deserve a non-judgmental and supportive space to process change.
Feeling overwhelmed trying to keep up with your health, sleep, and life?
I believe it is important to focus on the body mind & spirit connection. I use science based therapies that have been shown to improve mental health while keeping in mind your individual needs, values, and history. You deserve a non-judgmental and supportive space to process change.
I was specialty trained in CBT- insomnia through the VA to help improve sleep health, which I firmly believe is important for our overall health.
You know that meme of that dog sitting in a burning room with the caption, "This is fine"? Sometimes it can feel as if everything is falling apart and we're trying our best to cope with the stressful events. Therapy is a tool to improve your mental, emotional, and psychological stability to manage through stressful situations. Therapy should be collaborative and progressive. It should feel as if you're making progress towards improving yourself and finding your strength, or whatever goals you have set for yourself.
I was specialty trained in CBT- insomnia through the VA to help improve sleep health, which I firmly believe is important for our overall health.
You know that meme of that dog sitting in a burning room with the caption, "This is fine"? Sometimes it can feel as if everything is falling apart and we're trying our best to cope with the stressful events. Therapy is a tool to improve your mental, emotional, and psychological stability to manage through stressful situations. Therapy should be collaborative and progressive. It should feel as if you're making progress towards improving yourself and finding your strength, or whatever goals you have set for yourself.
You are constantly busy but as soon as you lay down at night your mind starts racing and it keeps you from the sleep you so desperately need.
Imagine feeling fulfilled, enjoying life, and showing up as your best self for your family and your work. I can help you get there using a holistic, evidence-based approach tailored to fit your unique needs. Most clients meet their treatment goals in 6-15 sessions.
You are constantly busy but as soon as you lay down at night your mind starts racing and it keeps you from the sleep you so desperately need.
Imagine feeling fulfilled, enjoying life, and showing up as your best self for your family and your work. I can help you get there using a holistic, evidence-based approach tailored to fit your unique needs. Most clients meet their treatment goals in 6-15 sessions.
You're exhausted — but the moment you lie down, your mind races, your body tenses, and sleep slips away.
I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) — the first-line, science-backed treatment for chronic insomnia — delivered through a nervous system-informed lens. I offer individual therapy, 30-minute focused CBT-I sessions, and The Rested & Regulated Group, a small-group program starting June 2026.
You're exhausted — but the moment you lie down, your mind races, your body tenses, and sleep slips away.
I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) — the first-line, science-backed treatment for chronic insomnia — delivered through a nervous system-informed lens. I offer individual therapy, 30-minute focused CBT-I sessions, and The Rested & Regulated Group, a small-group program starting June 2026.
Underneath your exterior of confidence and success, there are troubled nights where you cannot unwind and sleep easy.
I specialize in assisting high achieving, gifted, and self-reflective adult clients address things that others might overlook. Just because you are high performing in life does not mean that you should have to carry the weight alone. Many people likely depend on you for stability, and I make it my mission to support you, helping you support others.
Underneath your exterior of confidence and success, there are troubled nights where you cannot unwind and sleep easy.
I specialize in assisting high achieving, gifted, and self-reflective adult clients address things that others might overlook. Just because you are high performing in life does not mean that you should have to carry the weight alone. Many people likely depend on you for stability, and I make it my mission to support you, helping you support others.
I help adults manage anxiety, improve sleep, and feel more grounded.
I specialize in anxiety, insomnia, nightmares, and panic. My clients are typically motivated and responsible, yet hard on themselves. They want practical tools and a space where they feel truly understood. My approach is warm, strengths-based, and trauma-informed.
I help adults manage anxiety, improve sleep, and feel more grounded.
I specialize in anxiety, insomnia, nightmares, and panic. My clients are typically motivated and responsible, yet hard on themselves. They want practical tools and a space where they feel truly understood. My approach is warm, strengths-based, and trauma-informed.
I work with people who know firsthand that sleep hygiene doesn't fix sleep problems.
Sleep might get so bad that you feel like your whole life revolves around it. When you're living to sleep, I can help take the pressure off. I ask questions and listen to the answers, then I give clear recommendations. I track your progress, follow up, and support you. I want you to sleep well and easily, so sleep doesn't feel like your whole life.
I work with people who know firsthand that sleep hygiene doesn't fix sleep problems.
Sleep might get so bad that you feel like your whole life revolves around it. When you're living to sleep, I can help take the pressure off. I ask questions and listen to the answers, then I give clear recommendations. I track your progress, follow up, and support you. I want you to sleep well and easily, so sleep doesn't feel like your whole life.
Together we trade exhaustion and worry for practical skills that actually work, so you can sleep better, feel more like yourself, and focus on what matters most to you.
My style is warm, collaborative, and grounded in research. For sleep I use CBT-I, the gold-standard treatment for insomnia. My approach is tailored to your unique needs but I incorporate evidence-based techniques such as CBT, ACT, mindfulness, and DBT skills.
Together we trade exhaustion and worry for practical skills that actually work, so you can sleep better, feel more like yourself, and focus on what matters most to you.
My style is warm, collaborative, and grounded in research. For sleep I use CBT-I, the gold-standard treatment for insomnia. My approach is tailored to your unique needs but I incorporate evidence-based techniques such as CBT, ACT, mindfulness, and DBT skills.
, chronic pan and fatigue, sleep disorder, medication overuse, fibromyalgia, etc.
20+ years full time university professor training Ph.D. clinical psychologists, directing clinical research at several major US universities into the development of health psychology treatments and therapy. Therefore, clients tend to report that I have exceptional insight into their emotional struggles as well as their medical or health conditions.
, chronic pan and fatigue, sleep disorder, medication overuse, fibromyalgia, etc.
20+ years full time university professor training Ph.D. clinical psychologists, directing clinical research at several major US universities into the development of health psychology treatments and therapy. Therefore, clients tend to report that I have exceptional insight into their emotional struggles as well as their medical or health conditions.
Together, we'll use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to challenge the thoughts keeping you stuck and Exposure and Response Prevention to break the of avoidance and compulsion and CBT-I to improve sleep.
Are you overthinking every decision? Replaying conversations or wondering why you can’t just relax? Does self-d or second guessing your decisions consume your time? Does your anxiety make you question yourself and your relationships? Are you constantly struggling with the same intrusive worries that require hours of you day be c in rituals? Maybe you can't fall asleep because your mind won't stop worrying. Maybe you suffer from panic attacks that make you worry about the impact your anxiety has on your health. My clients want relief from the constant noise and worry in their minds and I can help you turn all that off.
Together, we'll use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to challenge the thoughts keeping you stuck and Exposure and Response Prevention to break the of avoidance and compulsion and CBT-I to improve sleep.
Are you overthinking every decision? Replaying conversations or wondering why you can’t just relax? Does self-d or second guessing your decisions consume your time? Does your anxiety make you question yourself and your relationships? Are you constantly struggling with the same intrusive worries that require hours of you day be c in rituals? Maybe you can't fall asleep because your mind won't stop worrying. Maybe you suffer from panic attacks that make you worry about the impact your anxiety has on your health. My clients want relief from the constant noise and worry in their minds and I can help you turn all that off.
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Sleep or Insomnia Therapists
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.