We treat chronic insomnia with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), a short course of weekly sessions that improves sleep without medication. Most patients are seen by video, by clinicians licensed in Texas. A limited number of clinicians also see patients in person, and we confirm availability when you book.
In network with Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield (HMO plans), Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare Advantage, Cigna / Evernorth, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare / Optum, UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage
Chronic insomnia means trouble falling asleep, staying asleep or getting back to sleep, at least three nights a week for three months or longer. Sleep apnea causes pauses in breathing during sleep, and it can occur at the same time as insomnia. We treat insomnia and coordinate referrals to partners who treat sleep apnea.
Early shifts, night work and on-call duties can complicate sleep. Your clinician considers your work hours when developing the CBT-I plan and reviews any difficulties during weekly visits.
We check your benefits before your first session. If your plan is not listed, self-pay is available.
The closest clinicians currently accepting patients are located along the San Antonio corridor and see Austin patients by video. See profiles and current availability on Our Clinicians, or read about care across Texas. Our other offices are in Dallas and Houston.
Insomnia Specialist
Insomnia, Anxiety, ADHD, Trauma and PTSD, Career and work stress
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Motivational interviewing
Ashleigh Jewett, LCSW, received her Masters of Social Work from Baylor University. She has also received additional training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) and specializes in helping clients overcome insomnia. During the initial sessions, clients will dive into the issues they are experiencing and create a treatment plan together. Most clients see a gradual lifting of symptoms within the first month and sustained improvement thereafter. Ashleigh enjoys helping clients from various walks of life.
Ashleigh's approach to therapy:
I understand that every single person has been molded and formed by their environments around them. In order for effective change to take place, therapy must be a safe and welcoming place in order for you to feel comfortable learning and discovering which route to take in your self-discovery journey. I prefer to be the passenger while you are in the driver’s seat telling me the route you want to take, and me helping you navigate the way to get there. I can’t promise that the journey will always be rainbows and sunshine, and there will be tough truths and strategies that seem hard to implement, but the destination will be one that you have longed for and are ready to receive.
Insomnia Specialist
Insomnia, Anxiety, ADHD, Depression
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness
Gabriella Kershner, LPC, uses a client-centered approach to create a safe, confidential, and compassionate space for clients to explore their goals. She believes everyone has the capacity for meaningful breakthroughs and draws on mindfulness therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, structured art activities, cognitive-behavioral therapy, emotional freedom techniques, and spiritual principles. Gabriella integrates these methods to offer a personalized approach that builds on each client’s strengths. She has also received specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) to help clients improve sleep quality and overall well-being.
Insomnia Specialist
Insomnia, Anxiety, Self Esteem, Women's issues
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Life Transitions
Samantha Coy-Pham invites individuals who are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain to reach out for a consultation to share their experiences, ask questions, and explore how therapy may help. With over 12 years of experience in the mental health field, including extensive work in acute psychiatric settings, she provides steady, supportive care in high-stress and complex situations. Samantha offers a respectful, goal-oriented, and collaborative approach to therapy, helping clients address concerns such as anxiety, low mood, work-related stress, relationship challenges, and life transitions by building insight, effective coping skills, and confidence. Her work is grounded in evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and she has also completed specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I).
Your first appointment takes about 50 minutes. The clinician reviews your sleep, daytime symptoms, previous treatments and other possible contributing conditions. If CBT-I is appropriate, you begin a daily sleep diary that takes about two minutes each morning.
Your clinician uses the diary to recommend a sleep window, or planned bedtime and wake time. A typical course involves six to eight weekly sessions, and many patients notice some progress within the first few weeks. Learn more on How It Works.
You must be physically in Texas during each session. Compare our Dallas and Houston locations, or see care across the rest of Texas. A limited number of clinicians also see patients in person at 13809 Research Boulevard, Austin, TX 78729, and we confirm availability when you book. Call (737) 999-0784.
The same plans we take across Texas: Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield (HMO plans), Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare Advantage, Cigna / Evernorth, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare / Optum and UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage. We verify your benefits before your first session, and self-pay is available if your plan is not among them.
Not at the moment. The closest clinicians who are currently accepting patients are located along the San Antonio corridor. They see Austin patients by video. See Our Clinicians for current availability.
A sleep study is an overnight test that looks for breathing and movement problems during sleep. Sleep apnea and insomnia often occur together. We treat insomnia and coordinate referrals to partners who treat sleep apnea. Mention the loud snoring or breathing pauses at your first appointment.