Rayni Collins specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), the evidence-based gold standard for treating sleep problems. She brings a whole-person approach to her work, recognizing that sleep struggles are often connected to nervous system functioning, stress responses, and disconnection from the body. Rather than stopping at clinical frameworks alone, Rayni honors both the science of sleep and the individual sitting with her. She aims to help clients understand what's happening in their sleep system, equip them with practical tools for real life, and ultimately feel more at home in their own bodies—sleeping better and living more comfortably overall.

Kalia Lapomarel is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist Associate (LCASA) with expertise in mental health and substance use disorders. She takes an integrative, evidence-based approach, drawing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), person-centered therapy, and motivational interviewing, to help clients challenge unhelpful thought patterns and develop lasting coping strategies. Kalia has specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), equipping her to address the sleep-related concerns that often intersect with mental health and addiction recovery. She is committed to providing a compassionate, judgment-free environment where clients feel heard, understood, and supported at every stage of their journey.

Polly brings a warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth approach to therapy, creating a space where clients feel safe, heard, respected, and empowered to make meaningful changes. She believes in showing up without fear of judgment, and many clients appreciate her conversational style that balances honest exploration of difficult topics with moments of humor, self-discovery, and strength recognition. Polly is committed to providing affirming care for individuals who identify as BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, bicultural or biracial, neurodivergent, ability-diverse, and those from underrepresented communities. She has also completed specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), an evidence-based approach for addressing sleep concerns.

MaryBeth Borreca is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida with more than five years of counseling experience and a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of North Florida. She has completed specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). MaryBeth is known for remaining fully present with each client, forming a unique therapeutic relationship and creating a space that feels both comfortable and appropriately challenging. She tailors sessions to individual needs while drawing on evidence-based treatment approaches. New clients can expect their first session to focus on getting acquainted, collaboratively setting treatment goals, and determining together whether the therapeutic fit feels right.

Jasmine Chesson is an active, engaged therapist who believes in being fully present in the work alongside her clients. Her style is steady, honest, and compassionate. She listens not only to what is said, but to the feelings, patterns, and pauses around it. Jasmine brings structure when it's helpful and spaciousness when clients need room to breathe, moving at a pace that honors each person's nervous system and real-life circumstances. She has completed specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). Clients often describe feeling seen, grounded, and less alone in their work with her. Jasmine's goal is not to judge, but to help clients understand themselves more clearly and support them as they grow.

Donna Xіa, PhD

As a founding partner of North Carolina Sleep Center & Counseling, Dоnnа is excited to help make CBT-I available to more people with chronic insomnia.