Training and Certification

I am one of the “First 50” graduates 

of The Gentle Sleep Coaching Program which is currently the most extensive & professional sleep certification program available.

The program involves over 50 hours of training, an exam and participation in case supervision with Kim West, LCSW-C who has been helping tired parents for over 16 years. Clinical supervision and ongoing advanced training are required to maintain certification as a Gentle Sleep Coach.

Some of my training topics have included:

⭐️ Basic counseling and child development

⭐️ Sleep Science and Behavioral Modification Techniques

⭐️ Secure Attachment Theory

⭐️ Supporting the Breastfeeding Mom

⭐️ Conscious and Positive Parenting

⭐️ and Much More!

Lectures from top specialists in the areas of:

⭐️ Postpartum Depression from Dr. Shoshana Bennett, author and leading specialist on Postpartum Depression

⭐️ Medical Conditions and Sleep Apnea in Children led by Dr. Lewis Kass, Director of Children’s Sleep Center

⭐️ Reflux and GERD issues led by Dr. Brian Vartabedian, MD, FAAP – author of Colic Solved

⭐️ Breastfeeding and Relfux led by Dr. Jack Newman at Breastfeeding Inc

⭐️ Sensory Processing Disorders and Sleep by Jodi Jennings, OTLR and much more!

LET’S CONNECT! 

Let’s work together to begin laying a healthy foundation.  Here’s how it works:

We’ll start with a short interview to be sure we are a good match.  Every family is different, so support is different and customized to serve your family well.Â