Sleep or Insomnia Therapists in Spanaway, WA
Hi there, I'm Alma! Welcome, in uncertain times, people need to connect and feel supported. I can help you explore challenges and find strengths, skills, and resources to heal and overcome. I bring 20 years of psychotherapy experience, and my goal is to help you grow, find clarity, and feel more empowered in your life and relationships. Feeling like you are not yourself or disconnected from your family, culture, or community, and challenged by past experiences. I work with adolescents, young adults, and adults seeking peace and fulfillment in their lives, but may be held back by the effects of early trauma.
Hi there, I'm Alma! Welcome, in uncertain times, people need to connect and feel supported. I can help you explore challenges and find strengths, skills, and resources to heal and overcome. I bring 20 years of psychotherapy experience, and my goal is to help you grow, find clarity, and feel more empowered in your life and relationships. Feeling like you are not yourself or disconnected from your family, culture, or community, and challenged by past experiences. I work with adolescents, young adults, and adults seeking peace and fulfillment in their lives, but may be held back by the effects of early trauma.
Welcome, and thank you for being here.
Whether you’re navigating life transitions, mood or anxiety issues, healing from trauma, career, academic difficulties or simply seeking a space to explore personal growth. I’m honored to walk alongside you. With a Master of Social Work and a PhD in Counseling Education and Supervision. I bring both academic training and real-world experience to our work together. Over the past four years. I’ve supported children, teens, and adults through a wide range of mental health and rehabilitative challenges.
Welcome, and thank you for being here.
Whether you’re navigating life transitions, mood or anxiety issues, healing from trauma, career, academic difficulties or simply seeking a space to explore personal growth. I’m honored to walk alongside you. With a Master of Social Work and a PhD in Counseling Education and Supervision. I bring both academic training and real-world experience to our work together. Over the past four years. I’ve supported children, teens, and adults through a wide range of mental health and rehabilitative challenges.
Available for new clients offering a space where you can feel heard, seen, and supported while navigating life experiences. Grounded in a collaborative and humanistic approach to build on your strengths, honor your culture, identities, and work toward creating new paths that fit who you are and where you want to go. I respect and value different backgrounds, traditions, and experiences that shape who you are.
I take an integrated approach to therapy because I know every person is unique and deserves support that fits their individual needs. I also bring in the value of peer counseling, with the importance of community support.
Available for new clients offering a space where you can feel heard, seen, and supported while navigating life experiences. Grounded in a collaborative and humanistic approach to build on your strengths, honor your culture, identities, and work toward creating new paths that fit who you are and where you want to go. I respect and value different backgrounds, traditions, and experiences that shape who you are.
I take an integrated approach to therapy because I know every person is unique and deserves support that fits their individual needs. I also bring in the value of peer counseling, with the importance of community support.
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel overwhelming, especially when life has become difficult. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, stress, self-esteem, anger, or life transitions, you don't have to face it alone. I provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, supported, and empowered to create meaningful change.
My clinical experience includes working with veterans, active-duty service members, and adults navigating anxiety, social anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, stress, anger management, self-esteem, coping skills, and spirituality.
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel overwhelming, especially when life has become difficult. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, stress, self-esteem, anger, or life transitions, you don't have to face it alone. I provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, supported, and empowered to create meaningful change.
My clinical experience includes working with veterans, active-duty service members, and adults navigating anxiety, social anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, stress, anger management, self-esteem, coping skills, and spirituality.
Great to meet you!
I am deaf, I've lived in many places from the East Coast to the West Coast. I use ASL as my primary language and I have many years of working in supported living and disability rights. As a professional counselor, I can offer therapies and approaches to a variety of issues.
Great to meet you!
I am deaf, I've lived in many places from the East Coast to the West Coast. I use ASL as my primary language and I have many years of working in supported living and disability rights. As a professional counselor, I can offer therapies and approaches to a variety of issues.
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With over 20 years of experience, I am deeply passionate about supporting you as you enhance your life. My approach to psychotherapy is creative, compassionate, and open to new possibilities. I believe that even during the darkest moments, profound change and personal growth are possible as we learn to embrace the unknown with courage and resilience.
With over 20 years of experience, I am deeply passionate about supporting you as you enhance your life. My approach to psychotherapy is creative, compassionate, and open to new possibilities. I believe that even during the darkest moments, profound change and personal growth are possible as we learn to embrace the unknown with courage and resilience.
I hold specialty trainings and expertise in the treatment of complex health areas like chronic pain, insomnia, chronic illness, and weight management.
You're more than a diagnosis, you're a whole person — with a body, a history, a set of values, and a life you're trying to build. That's the lens I use to approach our work together. By integrating those things that most give your life meaning I work to help you overcome the barriers that have kept you stuck. I'm a clinical health psychologist specializing in the place where physical and mental health intersect.
I hold specialty trainings and expertise in the treatment of complex health areas like chronic pain, insomnia, chronic illness, and weight management.
You're more than a diagnosis, you're a whole person — with a body, a history, a set of values, and a life you're trying to build. That's the lens I use to approach our work together. By integrating those things that most give your life meaning I work to help you overcome the barriers that have kept you stuck. I'm a clinical health psychologist specializing in the place where physical and mental health intersect.
I am also certified to offer Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Insomnia, which is considered the most effective treatment available based on evidence.
Navigating mood disorders, relationship struggles, life transitions, or trauma can be challenging. Talking to a compassionate, down-to-earth therapist can make a world of difference. With years of experience in healthcare, I've supported individuals dealing with a wide range of problems. You can trust that our sessions will be a safe, understanding space where you can share without fear of judgment. Together, we'll embark on a journey to heal wounds and develop effective coping strategies that foster lasting growth and resilience. Whether you're seeking relief, understanding, or empowerment, I'm here to support you every step.
I am also certified to offer Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Insomnia, which is considered the most effective treatment available based on evidence.
Navigating mood disorders, relationship struggles, life transitions, or trauma can be challenging. Talking to a compassionate, down-to-earth therapist can make a world of difference. With years of experience in healthcare, I've supported individuals dealing with a wide range of problems. You can trust that our sessions will be a safe, understanding space where you can share without fear of judgment. Together, we'll embark on a journey to heal wounds and develop effective coping strategies that foster lasting growth and resilience. Whether you're seeking relief, understanding, or empowerment, I'm here to support you every step.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, chronic pain and insomnia.
I use cognitive behavioral therapy techniques, relaxation training, and solution focused approaches that are evidence based and provide lasting results. I can work in conjunction with your current medical providers if needed to give you a seamless and coordinated approach to care. We will meet online through a secure, easy to use video program.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, chronic pain and insomnia.
I use cognitive behavioral therapy techniques, relaxation training, and solution focused approaches that are evidence based and provide lasting results. I can work in conjunction with your current medical providers if needed to give you a seamless and coordinated approach to care. We will meet online through a secure, easy to use video program.
I work with adults navigating
anxiety, depression, insomnia, and traumatic experiences who want to
understand what is actually happening and have a clear path forward.
I have spent more than 15 years as a psychological health researcher and published
several articles on the symptoms we will address together. I use Written
Exposure Therapy (WET) for trauma, CBT-I to address insomnia at its root,
and ACT to help you relate differently to anxiety and difficult emotions.
Protocols built on evidence, not guesswork.
I work with adults navigating
anxiety, depression, insomnia, and traumatic experiences who want to
understand what is actually happening and have a clear path forward.
I have spent more than 15 years as a psychological health researcher and published
several articles on the symptoms we will address together. I use Written
Exposure Therapy (WET) for trauma, CBT-I to address insomnia at its root,
and ACT to help you relate differently to anxiety and difficult emotions.
Protocols built on evidence, not guesswork.
Are you ready to make positive changes in your life? I specialize in nurturing personal growth and inner peace by fostering connection between the body, mind and spirit. My approach involves working to transform negative thinking patterns, increase bodily and emotional awareness, and improve communication with others. I listen carefully to discover how to build upon your strengths and design an action plan that fits your personality and your current challenges. For example, depending on your needs, written exercises, psychological tests, values clarification, or yoga-based anxiety reduction techniques may be used.
Are you ready to make positive changes in your life? I specialize in nurturing personal growth and inner peace by fostering connection between the body, mind and spirit. My approach involves working to transform negative thinking patterns, increase bodily and emotional awareness, and improve communication with others. I listen carefully to discover how to build upon your strengths and design an action plan that fits your personality and your current challenges. For example, depending on your needs, written exercises, psychological tests, values clarification, or yoga-based anxiety reduction techniques may be used.
Pamela Leno specializes in helping people resolve a variety of unwanted issues including weight loss, anxiety, stress, addictions, better sleep, phobias and more.
Hypnosis is one of the fastest therapies available to overcome things that are keeping you from achieving your best life. Getting to the root cause and shifting the emotions wrapped around it can be a very healing and freeing experience. Pams vast experience in a variety of issues makes her especially compassionate and intuitive for her clients.
Pamela Leno specializes in helping people resolve a variety of unwanted issues including weight loss, anxiety, stress, addictions, better sleep, phobias and more.
Hypnosis is one of the fastest therapies available to overcome things that are keeping you from achieving your best life. Getting to the root cause and shifting the emotions wrapped around it can be a very healing and freeing experience. Pams vast experience in a variety of issues makes her especially compassionate and intuitive for her clients.
You need to change, but everything you've tried has not worked. You're desperate, you're tired, and you just want to be free. What you haven't realized is all change occurs in the subconscious.
Hypnotherapy goes directly to the subconscious, and allows us to address your issues at the fundamental level.
Look, Hypnosis is weird, that's a fact - but it works.
Do you want to change? Then perhaps it's time to get a little weird.
You need to change, but everything you've tried has not worked. You're desperate, you're tired, and you just want to be free. What you haven't realized is all change occurs in the subconscious.
Hypnotherapy goes directly to the subconscious, and allows us to address your issues at the fundamental level.
Look, Hypnosis is weird, that's a fact - but it works.
Do you want to change? Then perhaps it's time to get a little weird.
You might notice your mind staying active long after you lie down to sleep, stress lingering in your body, difficulty focusing, or an ever-decreasing tolerance for frustration.
My approach to therapy is conversational, collaborative, and present. Together, we will navigate the challenges you're facing and create a path that aligns with your goals. I tailor our work to your pace and your needs, with a focus on helping you feel more empowered as you move through daily stressors and life changes.
You might notice your mind staying active long after you lie down to sleep, stress lingering in your body, difficulty focusing, or an ever-decreasing tolerance for frustration.
My approach to therapy is conversational, collaborative, and present. Together, we will navigate the challenges you're facing and create a path that aligns with your goals. I tailor our work to your pace and your needs, with a focus on helping you feel more empowered as you move through daily stressors and life changes.
My specialties are OCD, depression, anxiety and insomnia and I have witnessed excellent results in these areas.
Traditional talk therapy isn't your only option. For some people, a more behavioral approach with homework and accountability can be helpful. My clients and I explore evidence-based treatments for all three areas of mental health: behaviors, thoughts and emotions. Then, together, we create an individualized treatment plan that we revise as we go. Most often, we explore present-day experiences with a bit less focus on the past.
My specialties are OCD, depression, anxiety and insomnia and I have witnessed excellent results in these areas.
Traditional talk therapy isn't your only option. For some people, a more behavioral approach with homework and accountability can be helpful. My clients and I explore evidence-based treatments for all three areas of mental health: behaviors, thoughts and emotions. Then, together, we create an individualized treatment plan that we revise as we go. Most often, we explore present-day experiences with a bit less focus on the past.
Though I treat all mood disorders, including the many faces of anxiety, I have had specialized experience treating patients struggling with eating disorders, adults making rough transitions, easing high-stress situations, creating optimal sleep habits, improving self-care and feelings of self-worth.
I work alongside my clients, as they bravely take the risks involved in introspection and change. From personal experience, I know how hard this can be, AND, that not changing is even more painful. I will guide you as you explore and overcome the obstacles disrupting your functioning or behavior so that you can move forward with living; I want to support you as you learn how to manage feelings of stress, trauma, sadness, confusion, worry & anger. I see you as a complex person living a complicated life, experiencing emotional upheavals that prevent you from feeling well & at ease and instead leaving you overwhelmed and distraught.
Though I treat all mood disorders, including the many faces of anxiety, I have had specialized experience treating patients struggling with eating disorders, adults making rough transitions, easing high-stress situations, creating optimal sleep habits, improving self-care and feelings of self-worth.
I work alongside my clients, as they bravely take the risks involved in introspection and change. From personal experience, I know how hard this can be, AND, that not changing is even more painful. I will guide you as you explore and overcome the obstacles disrupting your functioning or behavior so that you can move forward with living; I want to support you as you learn how to manage feelings of stress, trauma, sadness, confusion, worry & anger. I see you as a complex person living a complicated life, experiencing emotional upheavals that prevent you from feeling well & at ease and instead leaving you overwhelmed and distraught.
Issues my clients have and specific treatment areas (see my web site) range from tooth grinding, reducing chronic pain, improving performance in sports, stopping smoking, weight loss, anxiety about medical or dental procedures, sex issues, sleep problems, spiritual conflicts, setting goals and addressing mental "blocks," resolving past issues in life, to improving relationships.
I use hypnosis as well as autogenic biofeedback, neurolinguistic programming, and music/sound techniques for options to help you achieve successful results with your issues. Plus, as an ordained non-denominational minister, I believe there is a healthy "center" to your mind, body, and spirit. I'm here to help you stop the problem and be happier.
Issues my clients have and specific treatment areas (see my web site) range from tooth grinding, reducing chronic pain, improving performance in sports, stopping smoking, weight loss, anxiety about medical or dental procedures, sex issues, sleep problems, spiritual conflicts, setting goals and addressing mental "blocks," resolving past issues in life, to improving relationships.
I use hypnosis as well as autogenic biofeedback, neurolinguistic programming, and music/sound techniques for options to help you achieve successful results with your issues. Plus, as an ordained non-denominational minister, I believe there is a healthy "center" to your mind, body, and spirit. I'm here to help you stop the problem and be happier.
I have over a decade of training & experience in the treatment of depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, & insomnia, and I enjoy working with anyone who feels "stuck" in some way.
I believe humans generally do the best they can with the internal resources & external supports they have. When those things aren't enough, mental health and overall functioning take the hit. I trust your understanding of your problems, and will work to earn your trust in our relationship. Together, we can get you "unstuck" and moving toward your goals.
I have over a decade of training & experience in the treatment of depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, & insomnia, and I enjoy working with anyone who feels "stuck" in some way.
I believe humans generally do the best they can with the internal resources & external supports they have. When those things aren't enough, mental health and overall functioning take the hit. I trust your understanding of your problems, and will work to earn your trust in our relationship. Together, we can get you "unstuck" and moving toward your goals.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) is a structured, evidence-based approach that is rapidly becoming the preferred treatment among doctors for people who struggle with falling or staying asleep.
I was privileged to train and work alongside some of the pioneers in Behavioral Sleep Medicine and Sleep Medicine.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) is a structured, evidence-based approach that is rapidly becoming the preferred treatment among doctors for people who struggle with falling or staying asleep.
I was privileged to train and work alongside some of the pioneers in Behavioral Sleep Medicine and Sleep Medicine.
Talk therapy is great, but what many of the people I work with have missed in past therapy experiences is how to implement what they have learned about themselves into their real life. Self-regulation is key and after establishing a solid foundation using skills training for increasing distress tolerance and emotion regulation, I work with people to get at the root of the problems they are experiencing by using EMDR therapy and other interventions that address the core stuff, which is often the stuff that has kept us stuck in patterns that hurt. From there, we can work on improving your relationships and personal development.
Talk therapy is great, but what many of the people I work with have missed in past therapy experiences is how to implement what they have learned about themselves into their real life. Self-regulation is key and after establishing a solid foundation using skills training for increasing distress tolerance and emotion regulation, I work with people to get at the root of the problems they are experiencing by using EMDR therapy and other interventions that address the core stuff, which is often the stuff that has kept us stuck in patterns that hurt. From there, we can work on improving your relationships and personal development.
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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.