Our team

Kathryn Sheridan, PhD

Kate, a Ph.D. from the UIUC, specializes in treating insomnia, anxiety, and depression using CBT. She offers telehealth services tailored to individuals experiencing sleep disorders and mental health challenges. Kate's approach integrates evidence-based therapies to improve sleep quality and overall well-being, emphasizing personalized care for each client.

Specialities

Insomnia, Anxiety, Depression, Family and relationships, Anger, Grief

Approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Motivational interviewing, Solution-focused

Smitha Bhat

PsyD, Insomnia specialist

Dr. Smitha Bhat is a licensed psychologist with specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), offering an evidence-based, structured approach to help adults overcome chronic sleep difficulties. Drawing on extensive experience across a range of treatment modalities, she works collaboratively with clients to identify the root causes of their sleep disturbances and develop a personalized plan for lasting change. Known for her warm, calm, and non-judgmental presence, Dr. Bhat creates a safe and supportive environment where clients feel empowered to address the thoughts and patterns standing between them and truly restorative rest.

Specialities

Insomnia, Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Substance Abuse

Approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solutions-Focused

Elizabeth Taylor

LCPC, Insomnia specialist

Elizabeth Taylor, LCPC, holds a Master's degree in Guidance and Counseling from Lewis University. She specializes in working with clients experiencing insomnia and sleep-related difficulties, utilizing a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach to help clients identify unhealthy thought patterns, build effective coping skills, and develop realistic, lasting solutions. Elizabeth has received specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), an evidence-based treatment recognized as the gold standard for chronic sleep difficulties.

Specialities

Insomnia, Anxiety, Depression, Self Esteem, Family & Relationships, Anger

Approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solutions-Focused

Shayla Parker, LCPC

Shayla Parker, LCPC, is a seasoned Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience delivering evidence-based care. She holds a master’s degree in counseling and is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). Drawing on 15 years of specialized clinical work with anxiety disorders, Shayla thoughtfully integrates CBT-I with her expertise in anxiety treatment to help clients reduce sleep-related distress. Her approach empowers individuals to develop practical, effective, research-backed strategies that improve both sleep and overall well-being.

Specialities

Insomnia, Anxiety, Life Transitions, Trauma and PTSD

Approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Motivational interviewing

Grace Varghese, MS, LCPC

Grace Varghese, LCPC, has received specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). Grace obtained her B.S. in Integrative Biology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and her M.S. in Clinical Counseling from Rosalind Franklin University of Science and Medicine. She is passionate about helping her clients achieve improved sleep.

Specialities

Insomnia, Anxiety, Life Transitions

Approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational interviewing, Solution-focused

Anthony Brooks, LCPC

Anthony Brooks, LCPC, has a Masters in Counseling from Lindenwood experience. He has received additional training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in Insomnia (CBT-I). Anthony works extensively with individuals experiencing insomnia. With 20 years of experience in counseling, Anthony's work experience ranges from intensive outpatient, high acuity inpatient, and general counseling.

Specialities

Insomnia, ADHD, Substance abuse, Trauma and PTSD

Approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-focused, Coping Skills

Brian Stella

LMHC, Insomnia specialist

Brian Stella is dedicated to providing quality mental health care to help people achieve goals and master skills aimed at improving their quality of life. He works collaboratively to develop uniquely tailored change plans to adapt, navigate, and overcome life's challenges, believing that there is hope in every situation. Drawing on a client-centered, holistic approach, Brian integrates cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, and mindfulness techniques to identify the triggers, thoughts, behaviors, and core beliefs that may be holding clients back. He also holds specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), equipping him to address sleep-related concerns that often intersect with mental health. Brian is here to support and empower clients in taking the first courageous steps toward a more fulfilling life.

Specialities

Insomnia, Anxiety, Life Transitions, Trauma & PTSD

Approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Solutions-Focused

Melissa Young

LCPC, Insomnia specialist

If your sleep hasn't been great lately, whether that's difficulty drifting off, waking frequently, or feeling exhausted no matter how long you stay in bed, you don't have to keep pushing through alone. Many sleep problems may be linked to stress, burnout, anxiety, shifting life demands, or patterns of overthinking at night… but I'm here to tell you there's hope!

Hi, I'm Melissa. I'm a Northwestern University-trained therapist on a mission to help people dramatically improve their quality of life by restoring the one foundation everything else rests upon: consistent, restful sleep.

Together we'll engage in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), an evidence-based therapeutic approach that helps retrain your mind and body for more regular and restorative sleep. Alongside CBT-I, I will also draw from psychodynamic theory, and together we'll go deep to help you better understand the emotional and behavioral patterns keeping you stuck in all relevant areas of your life, including your sleep.

My approach is warm, real, practical, and collaborative. We will focus on restoring reliable sleep while also helping you feel more grounded, at peace, and better equipped to move through your days successfully.

Specialities

Insomnia, Anxiety, Family & Relationships, Self Esteem

Approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solutions-Focused

Morgan deAmezola

LCPC, Insomnia specialist

Morgan deAmezola has over 10 years of experience as a counselor. She works with individuals facing substance use, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, she is certified in grief as well. Her approach is collaborative, LGBTQ-affirming, and grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with a person-centered, solution-focused lens, helping clients strengthen self-awareness, develop practical coping strategies, and build on their existing strengths. Mrs. deAmezola also has specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), providing evidence-based support for sleep concerns.

Specialities

Insomnia, Anxiety, Family and Relationships

Approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solutions-Focused