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!