Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, MSW
Are you having difficulties with sleep? You are not alone. Insomnia is a common and debilitating problem. Research shows that 50% of adults report difficulty sleeping. Many of them use sleeping pills out of desperation to get some sleep relief, and they become dependent on medications despite undesirable long term effects. Medication is not the best or even most effective solution to insomnia. Extensive research support the use of cognitive-behavioral therapy specifically for treating insomnia. CBT I (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia) is an effective and empirically supported treatment that has has been endorsed by the National Institutes of Health and is recommended as a preferred method for treating insomnia. Research on CBT I shows that 75% of insomnia patients experience significant improved in sleep and as much as 85- 90% of them reduce or stop taking sleeping pills completely after CBT I treatment. I am a certified CBT I therapist and will be able to assist you in resolving your sleeping difficulties. In treatment, we conjointly work on changing the negative sleep thoughts and behaviors that lead to insomnia. CBTI is a short duration treatment that can make a huge difference in your every day function.
My treatment for sleep disorders includes thorough assessments and integrative strategies, such as cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), lifestyle changes, and, if needed, medication to restore restful sleep.
I work with clients who struggle with Sleep Disorders and related issues. During our sessions, we will collaborate to create a plan for addressing them that helps you resolve such issues in a meaningful manner to restore functioning enabling and empowering you to move beyond your past. I practice from a Holistic perspective and commonly employ EMDR and other effective modalities with helping clients achieve balance and purpose in their lives and creative solutions to their problems. This includes exploring past issues and trauma that may be a factor presently.
In therapy, we'll work together to understand the root causes of your sleep disorder and develop personalized strategies to help you achieve restful and rejuvenating sleep. Whether you're dealing with insomnia, sleep apnea, restless legs syndrome, or another sleep-related issue, there are effective treatments and techniques that can help.
We utilize individualized treatment plans along with evidenced-based and effective medication management to treat insomnia and reduce its effect over a client's routine schedule.
In therapy, we'll work together to understand the root causes of your sleep disorder and develop personalized strategies to help you achieve restful and rejuvenating sleep. Whether you're dealing with insomnia, sleep apnea, restless legs syndrome, or another sleep-related issue, there are effective treatments and techniques that can help.
Dr. Spada can help you navigate your sleep disorder. She can help you explore what it is that is keeping you up at night- resolve and heal so that you are able to have a peaceful, uninterrupted sleep.