Profession: Sleep Psychiatrist

I am a medical doctor, board-eligible psychiatrist, and the founder of Abide Psychiatry. As an MD, I offer a unique, comprehensive approach to sleep medicine that blends the gold-standard behavioral treatments (CBT-I) with expert medical management. I earned my medical degree from the University of Iowa and completed my psychiatry residency at Duke University Medical Center, where I served as Chief Resident. My practice specializes in the "vicious cycle" of comorbid insomnia, obstructive sleep apnea, mood, and anxiety disorders. I don't just prescribe sleep aids; I help you treat the root cause of your wakefulness. Whether you need CBT-I to retrain your brain to sleep naturally, clinical CPAP management to improve adherence, or conservative psychiatric medication management, we will ...
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I use evidenced based CBT-I to achieve rapid and lasting benefit for insomnia. I am a Ph.D. prepared board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner that combines the clinical expertise of psychiatry while providing the compassionate and holistic approach of a psychiatric nurse. I offer a personalized path to achieve restful nights of sleep and overcome insomnia. My approach is comprehensive, grounded by empathy, and rooted in evidence based science. I will be your guide and support you through gaining control over your insomnia. I’m confident we can restore balance in your busy days and resolve sleepless nights. Be well.
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