Sleep or Insomnia Therapists in Arlington, VA

Are you seeking a good night of restful sleep? Do you find yourself struggling to fall asleep, stay asleep or wake too early? Have you tried over-the-counter sleep aids and home remedies to no avail? You may have insomnia or another sleep disorder. If you are ready to address your sleep issues once and for all using proven evidence-based therapies, then now is the time to call. There is no need to suffer through one more night of misery. We can help you regain restful sleep.

I specialize in providing evidence-based interventions for depression, anxiety, stress, weight, and insomnia, as well counseling for individuals both before and after weight loss surgery. Making and maintaining changes in your life can be incredibly difficult. Whether you are hoping to make a change in your life or struggling to adapt to life’s unexpected changes, therapy can provide support, insight, and new tools and techniques for handling life’s challenges. I am a warm and collaborative clinician who strives to help clients to better understand themselves and learn skills for improving their lives.

Are you feeling emotionally depleted or fearfully uncertain about the future? I offer therapy for individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, relationship issues, OCD, insomnia, trauma, chronic pain, and ADHD. If you are feeling distressed, isolated, or experiencing problems in your relationships I hope I can guide you through these challenging times. My goal as your therapist would be to help you find your own pathway to healing, balance, and a peace of mind.

I am passionate about helping people improve their well-being and regain a sense of hope. Trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), I help clients improve sleep by exploring beliefs and circadian rhythm dysfunctions that hinder sleep. CBT-I is a powerful protocol that the American College of Physicians recognizes as the first-line treatment for adults with chronic insomnia. In addition to sleep therapy, I utilize biofeedback to train heart rate variability (HRV), which aids in regulating nervous system functioning, decreasing anxiety, enhancing emotional regulation, and improving stress management.

Starting therapy can be difficult. It is not easy to share your vulnerabilities in general, let alone with a completely new person! My hope as a provider is to create a space where you can feel empowered to make desired changes while being met with compassion and validation. I offer in-person therapy for adults in Northern VA and online therapy in VA, MA, and all PSYPACT states (psypact.org/mpage/psypactmap). My approach to treatment is collaborative. It is my goal to provide you with treatment that is both evidence-based and individualized so that you feel treatment is meeting your specific needs.

Hi! I am a clinical psychologist (PhD) trained at Penn State and the University of Pennsylvania. Though I work with many issues, I specialize in treating personality, sleep, and anxiety disorders as well as more unusual/rare/treatment-resistant conditions. I also conduct formal diagnostic assessments. A significant portion of my practice consists of providing clinical supervision or therapy to other therapists. I am currently licensed in MD and VA and can work with people in 37 other states (including DC) through my PSYPACT credential (i.e., via teletherapy).

Feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or anxious? You may experience a fast beating heart, sweaty palms, shortness of breath, racing thoughts, and/or sleep problems. When you feel emotionally exhausted, it's hard to know how to ease those feelings. Whatever the cause or symptoms, there are ways to manage what you are going through. You might wonder, is therapy for me? What can I learn from therapy? These are great questions! You are already a step ahead in getting better if you are having these thoughts. We are licensed professionals with many years of experience, and we would be honored to work with you.

My name is A. Chad Ray, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) from the Volunteer state of Tennessee. I am licensed in both VA and TN and see clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults who have issues with anxiety, stress, addiction, and insomnia. When helping clients achieve their clinical goals, I utilize Solution Oriented Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Systems Therapy, Emotion Focused, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.

Hola, my name is Amanda Thenor. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Master Social Worker in Virginia. I have 10 years of professional work experience. I am here to support you in taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life and regaining a sense of self. I have experience in helping clients of all ages (children, teens, and adults) with stress, depression, family conflict, self-image, anxiety, psychosis, relationship issues, trauma, sleep disorders, addiction, anger management, mood disorders, and much more.

I specialize in difficulties for second-generation immigrants, anxiety, PTSD/trauma, depression, pre and post-partum challenges, family conflict, identity challenges, grief/loss, insomnia, sleep issues, chronic pain, health changes, problems with focus or ADHD, substance abuse, military adjustment, and general adjustment difficulties.

Dr. Germeroth specializes in eating and weight related concerns (emotional eating, overeating, binge eating, weight management, weight loss surgery support), anxiety disorders (generalized anxiety, OCD, trichotillomania, excoriation), depression, and insomnia. Dr. Germeroth’s background in health behavior research strongly informs her clinical work, which is focused on providing evidence-based treatment personalized to each client’s unique needs. Dr. Germeroth primarily uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), and Habit Reversal Training (HRT).

Are you struggling with OCD, Tourettes, insomnia, anxiety, phobias or trauma? These issues can be distressing and debilitating. The good news is that there are effective treatments that work relatively quickly. I am specially trained and certified to treat patients with these disorders. I use exposure and response prevention therapy (ERP) and Inference-based CBT for anxiety and OCD, CBIT for Tourettes and EMDR for trauma. I work with patients who have these disorders as well as family members and loved ones. Serving Florida & Virginia through Telehealth statewide.

I believe in helping individuals and couples gain insight and make behavioral changes to improve well-being. I believe empathy is important in the therapeutic alliance and I strive to create a safe space where the client(s) can feel comfortable in therapy and actively engage in treatment. With individuals, my approach to therapy is based in cognitive-behavioral theory, but also flexible and pragmatic, depending on the individual’s needs. With couples, I primarily utilize the Gottman Method of Couples Therapy, and provide strategies to enhance effective communication, strengthen trust, deepen intimacy and manage conflict.

Dr. Chango-James specializes in the treatment of anxiety (OCD, GAD, Specific Phobias, Panic Disorder, Social Anxiety, Trichotillomania, Excoriation), trauma and PTSD, insomnia, and chronic pain. Additionally, she is trained to work with couples and families experiencing relationship and communication challenges. She typically works with late adolescents and adults from a variety of backgrounds. Dr. Chango-James believes in the importance of providing empirically supported treatments that fit the individual needs of each patient and integrating evidence-based approaches and scientific research into her psychotherapy practice.

Dr. Skowron Romano specializes in using mindfulness to manage stress, anxiety, depression, life transitions, sleep concerns, adjustments to medical issues, and working with new mothers adjusting to new demands. Dr. Skowron Romano is committed to using science and evidence-based practice to inform her work with clients. She particularly enjoys using mindfulness-based approaches including mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, mindfulness based stress reduction, cognitive behavioral therapy, and acceptance-based approaches.

I have 25 years of clinical practice and have written 18 books in my field. I am also a professor at the University of Pennsylvania School of Social Policy and Practice. I am an experienced cognitive-behavioral therapist for depression, anxiety, trauma, and insomnia.

My goal is to help clients live a full and meaningful life by coping well with stress. I integrate a flexible, person-centered approach with evidence-based practices. Specifically, I collaboratively and non-judgmentally work with clients to identify values and strengths. Together, we explore how to “open up” to difficult thoughts and emotions in order to create a more satisfying life. I use evidence-based therapies and skills, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET), as well as mindfulness/relaxation-based and trauma-informed approaches.

Dr. Farmand is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in the following areas: Postpartum depression and anxiety, adjustments to becoming a new mother, relationship concerns/couples counseling, workplace stress, depression, anxiety, insomnia, adjustment issues, emotion regulation concerns, stress management, family of origin problems, and college or graduate student concerns.

Dr. Natalie Pierce specializes in the treatment of chronic pain/illnesses, insomnia, OCD, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, body image concerns, life transitions, and depression. Dr. Pierce is board-certified in biofeedback and practices therapy primarily from CBT/ACT and positive psychology perspectives through a health psychology lens to help patients manage stress, transition after an injury or disease, and cope with pain, loss, feeling “stuck,” anxiety, and depression.