Phone: (214) 216-2330Fax: (972) 767-0377

Insomnia Specialists Licensed for Every Texas County

We provide Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) throughout Texas. This is a short course of weekly sessions that improves sleep without medication. Most appointments are by video. A limited number are available in person.

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

Care is available throughout Texas

Texas-licensed clinicians can see patients who are anywhere in the state during the appointment. This includes El Paso, Tyler, Lubbock and the Rio Grande Valley. Most patients meet with us by video from home. A limited number of clinicians also see patients in person at our Dallas, Houston and Austin offices.

Texas city locations

Dallas

8300 Douglas Avenue, Dallas, TX 75225
(214) 216-2330

For patients in Dallas–Fort Worth. Most appointments are by video.

Houston

8990 Kirby Drive, Houston, TX 77054
(281) 766 3602

For patients in the Houston area. Video appointments are available statewide.

Austin

13809 Research Boulevard, Austin, TX 78729
(737) 999-0784

For patients in Central Texas. We confirm in-person availability when you book.

Clinicians currently accepting patients

7 clinicians are currently accepting new patients in Texas. Choose a clinician by location, credentials or area of focus. You can also view the full team on Our Clinicians.

Kimberly Carter, LPC, CBT-I

Kimberly Carter, LPC, CBT-I

Insomnia Specialist


Specialities

Insomnia, Anxiety, Trauma and PTSD, Family and relationships

Approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Coping Skills


Kimberly Carter has been a counselor since 2006 and have worked with teenagers, children, adults, families and couples. Her areas of expertise are insomnia, marriage and family issues, depression, conflict resolution, trauma/ abuse and anxiety/ stress. She utilize several different theoretical approaches and has been trained specifically in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) and Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD.

Samantha Coy-Pham, LPC, CBT-I

Samantha Coy-Pham, LPC, CBT-I

Insomnia Specialist


Specialities

Insomnia, Anxiety, Self Esteem, Women's issues

Approaches

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).

Gabriella Kershner, LPC, CBT-I

Gabriella Kershner, LPC, CBT-I

Insomnia Specialist


Specialities

Insomnia, Anxiety, ADHD, Depression

Approaches

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.

Dallas–Fort Worth: Kimberly Carter (Aledo) · Savita Abrahams (Arlington) · Axel R. Cristales (Wylie)

Houston and the Gulf Coast: Samantha Coy-Pham (Richmond)

San Antonio: Gabriella Kershner (San Antonio) · Ashleigh Jewett (San Antonio)

Laredo and South Texas: Cris Tovar (Laredo)

How treatment works

First appointment and weekly visits

Treatment starts with a fifty-minute appointment. Your clinician asks about your sleep, your schedule and what you have tried. If CBT-I is a good fit, you begin a two-minute morning sleep diary. Your clinician uses it to choose a consistent bedtime and wake time, called a sleep window. Treatment usually lasts six to eight weekly sessions. Many patients notice progress in the first few weeks. Sleep apnea and insomnia often occur together. We treat the insomnia, we have partners who treat the apnea, and our clinician coordinates any referral that is needed. Details are on How It Works.

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Texas insurance we bill

  • 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

The same list applies whichever office or clinician you use. Benefits are verified before the first session.

The whole team

The clinicians currently accepting patients are Texas-licensed therapists with additional CBT-I training. Each profile lists the clinician’s credentials and areas of focus. Profiles and licence details are on Our Clinicians. Use the booking page when you are ready to start.

Statewide questions

I am in El Paso, the Rio Grande Valley or Lubbock. Do you really cover me?

Yes. Our clinicians are licensed to treat patients throughout Texas. Most sessions are by video. You can join from any county, but you must be physically in Texas during the appointment.

Which office is mine?

Most patients do not need an office because they meet with us by video. If you want an in-person appointment, choose the nearest office and tell us when you book. We will confirm whether a clinician is available there.

How do I know whether I need a sleep specialist or a therapist?

Our clinicians are licensed therapists with training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia, the treatment recommended first for chronic insomnia. Sleep apnea and insomnia often occur together. We treat the insomnia, we have partners who treat the apnea, and our clinician coordinates any referral that is needed.

Book AppointmentCall (214) 216-2330