This microcredential provides an overview of the science behind why we sleep, the importance of sleep, the physical, psychological, cognitive and emotional benefits of sleep, and the risks of not enough sleep. Learners will discover best practices for sleep, as well as gain a knowledge of sleep hygiene and first line strategies to improve sleep quality and sleep deprivation, including insomnia.
No Scheduled Class Meetings, January 19 - March 1 (Online)
Location:
ONLINE
Instructor:
Stephanie Kersta
Notes:
Instructors
Stephanie Kersta
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Stephanie Kersta holds an Honors Bachelor of Science with a specialist in Psychology and a Masters of Science in Psychology. Additionally, she holds a number of certifications, namely, a post-graduate certificate in Addiction and Mental Health Counselling and advanced training in Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia, Attachment Therapy, and Psychometric Assessments.
As a compliment to her strong clinical education, Stephanie has incorporated additional evidence-based holistic certificates to further round out her training, including certifications in four mindfulness and meditation clinical modalities.
Stephanie holds teaching positions at multiple post-secondary institutions, and she has a clinical psychotherapy practice where she primarily treats anxiety, depression, self-esteem and insomnia. She is also a trainer for ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training) and MHFA (Mental Health First Aid) certifying individuals in these two important modalities. With a particular interest in stress and resilience, Stephanie regularly provides workshops and training sessions on stress, wellness, sleep, and mental health.
