Services
About My Clients
I work with adults struggling with insomnia, trouble falling asleep, frequent nighttime waking, or anxiety about sleep. Some clients come specifically for CBT-I (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia), while others are unsure what is disrupting their sleep or what kind of help they need. Together, we identify what may be keeping the problem going and create a practical, evidence-based path toward better sleep.
My Background and Approach
I specialize in insomnia and sleep-related concerns. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas and hold the CBTI-C credential through the Board of Behavioral Sleep Medicine. My counseling career began in 1994, when I became licensed as a psychologist in Chile. For chronic insomnia, I provide Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), the recommended first-line treatment for chronic insomnia. CBT-I looks at the factors that can keep insomnia going—including sleep patterns, sleep drive, circadian timing, conditioned arousal, worry about sleep, and the understandable effort to make sleep happen. I also offer a one-time, 90-minute Sleep Clarity Consultation for adults struggling with sleep but unsure what kind of help they need. We review your sleep patterns, symptoms, and concerns and identify reasonable next steps, which may include CBT-I, medical evaluation, or another form of support. When appropriate, I also draw from CBT, ACT, mindfulness, and
My Personal Beliefs and Interests
I believe sleep is a natural physiological process, not something we can force. When sleep becomes difficult, it is understandable to start trying harder—monitoring sleep, worrying about it, researching solutions, or changing routines in an effort to make sleep happen. Sometimes those efforts can unintentionally keep the cycle going. I believe effective therapy combines clear education, practical tools, and compassion rather than striving for perfect sleep. I was born in Brazil and lived in Chile for many years, which shaped my sensitivity to culture, identity, immigration, family expectations, and belonging. I provide an affirming, culturally responsive space and welcome clients from diverse backgrounds.