Sleep Focused Therapy
for Children and Adolescents
Pediatric behavioral sleep therapy is a non-medical approach designed to help children improve their sleep patterns and overcome sleep problems. It is typically guided by a trained professional and aims to create a positive and calming sleep environment that benefits both the child and the family.
It focuses on teaching children healthy sleep habits, establishing a consistent bedtime routine, and addressing issues like bedtime resistance, night wakings, and fear of the dark. This therapy uses techniques such as positive reinforcement, gradual sleep training, and relaxation methods to help children fall asleep independently and sleep through the night
Individual Therapy
Parent Coaching
Family Therapy
Kristen Poelker, Ph.D., DBSM
I am Kristen Poelker, licensed psychologist in the state of Missouri.
Dr. Poelker specializes in pediatric sleep therapy and is dedicated to helping children and teens develop healthy sleep habits. With a compassionate and evidence-based approach, Dr. Poelker works closely with both children and their families to address sleep challenges such as bedtime resistance, night wakings, and anxiety around sleep. By using behavioral techniques and creating individualized sleep plans, Dr. Poelker helps individuals build the skills they need to sleep independently and consistently, fostering better overall well-being and a positive sleep environment for the whole family.
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314-377-3335
1600 South Brentwood Blvd, Ste 500, Brentwood, MO 63144
