This program is currently at capacity and not accepting new patients. We are working hard to make changes, so we can meet our community's behavioral sleep medicine needs.
Problems sleeping can have a negative impact on a child’s health, mood and quality of life. A lack of sleep can also affect a child’s ability to pay attention, remember, learn, and control their emotions. Pediatric sleep psychologists are specialists trained to diagnose and treat a variety of sleep problems that are behaviorally or psychologically based.
Behavioral sleep medicine could help if your child has any of the following issues:
Behavioral sleep medicine is most effective when the child and family are ready for change and open to modifying sleep routines, habits and behaviors.
During the first appointment, you will share your concerns and discuss your child’s:
Next, a treatment plan is developed, which may include:
Treatment is usually 4-5 monthly sessions, with a booster session a few months later. The booster session is good way to make sure that gains are still present, address questions or concerns, and review and update recommendations.
If it is determined that other behavioral health concerns are impacting your child, our team will connect you with additional treatment resources.