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What kind of sleep issues do you deal with?I treat insomnia, frequent waking, general exhaustion and fatigue, snoring, apnea, nightmares, and restless leg syndrome. I do not currently treat narcolepsy.
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Are your services covered by insurance?No, I am not covered by insurance.
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I already tried CBT-i (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia) and it didn't work, can you still work with me?Yes, my program goes much more in depth than CBT-i, including ACT, RTT, ERP and more. I am the insomnia specialist and know how to dive deep to get results.
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What is the cost of the program?The first consultation is always free, and based upon our discussion, we will decide which sleep solution package works best for you. They range in price from $1,800 to $4,200 depending on what you need. I am open to payment plans and want to work within your budget to solve your sleep issues. Most sleep programs are 3 months in length.​
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I couldn't sleep with a CPAP machine, how do you treat apnea differently?I take the full biomechanics of a person into account and have developed a multi-system approach to help correct breathing issues at night, including weight loss, functional medicine, tongue exercises, posture strengthening, breathing restructuring and more.
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I'm hooked on sleeping pills, is there any way of getting off of them?Yes, I specialize in getting people off sleeping pills even after many years. We work in collaboration with your other medical care providers to do this safely and effectively.
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I'm working with another therapist, can I still do sleep coaching?Yes, many of my clients are also working with other therapists while they work with me on their sleep. I coordinate efforts and am sensitive to other issues that are being dealt with.
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What is functional medicine?I work with a team of functional medicine doctors to help diagnose and treat any underlying biochemical imbalances that might be affecting sleep. Functional medicine is a specialty in the medical world that focuses on getting to the root cause of any individuals health and crafting customized, natural solutions to help restore balance to the body and mind.
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Do you work with children?I don't do infant sleep training, but I do work with children and young adults who are struggling with sleep issues.
Bio
Hi! I'm Yosef. As someone who has struggled with sleep issues in the past, I know just how frustrating lack of good sleep can be. In my experience coaching people (including my wife, a night shift nurse and my children), I've learned that sleep is really the foundation for continued health and wellness.
I have a background and degree in psychology and certification from the world renowned sleep expert Doron Lazarus, and I am trained in CBT-i, ACT, ERP, NATTO, RTT and more. With flexibility, empathy, and a solutions-oriented approach, I'll help you put sleep struggles in the past and get you on your way to a well-rested future.
Approach
I believe that collaboration is key and building a trust-based relationship with my clients is my goal. Together, we'll craft a treatment plan based on the realities of your life. We'll do this using my toolbox of evidence-based techniques and strategies to help you reach your sleep and wellness goals. And while counting sheep is not one of them, (so last century!), humor is a part of the equation as well.
So, If you're tired of tossing and turning, you've come to the right place, no sheep herding involved. Schedule your free consultation today to get to the best rest of your life.