Alyssa N. Van Denburg, PhD

Alyssa N. Van Denburg, PhD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Sleep Psychologist

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Practice Focus Areas

This medical professional has a particular interest or expertise in:

  • Chronic Insomnia (3 or more nights per week for 3 or more months)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Reasons to Schedule a Visit

This medical professional may be a good choice for you if you are looking for care for any of the following:

  • Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia/other sleep problems

Education

Professional Education:
PhD, Duke University Trinity College of Arts and Sciences - 2020

Faculty Profile

Lecturer, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9
4.9 

162 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

59 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

59 Reviews

February 23, 2026

5.0

Very helpful and effective.

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February 20, 2026

5.0

The best provider in the department

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February 20, 2026

5.0

So helpful. Complete professional. Innovative ideas.

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February 16, 2026

5.0

Very easy to talk to easy to communicate with and really give me a thorough understanding of what my situation involved

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February 14, 2026

5.0

She is a GEM!!! So caring, so knowledgeable, I feel so lucky to have found her. She makes you feel as though you are her only patient!

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February 12, 2026

5.0

I know many vets who could benefit from her expertise. She is amazing and includes you in the process. She's very attentive and has the patience of Job

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February 12, 2026

5.0

Friendly, professional and competent. She's a good listener

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February 12, 2026

5.0

She's very knowledgeable about the sleeping business!

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February 03, 2026

5.0

The reason of giving the score because she very friendly and polite about taking care of there patient and she try to find on the solution about there patient health and take care of there patient

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January 29, 2026

5.0

She is a fantastic person with a lot of knowledge and expresses it quite well

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January 27, 2026

5.0

She is fabulous, I am totally pleased with my care. She is a gem

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January 27, 2026

5.0

Dr. Van Denburg was very thorough and willing to take the time to answer all my questions.

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January 22, 2026

5.0

It gives me hope that my life long sleep issues can be resolved. The treatment recommendations were very clear, my doctor is extremely knowledgeable, in high demand , so difficult to get initial visit, but found it well worth the wait for the quality of care I'm getting. I was VERY HAPPY and noticed my PTSD was not noticeable to me, my stress level and worry had disappeared. I became hopeful. It was very clear what part I play in my treatment, the importance it played in my success, so I am ready to work.

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December 20, 2025

5.0

I have and will continue to recommend Dr. Van Denburg.

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December 18, 2025

5.0

Dr. Van Denberg provided an evidence-based treatment plan that significantly improved my sleep. She is pleasant, easy to converse with, provided information and resources, and developed a strategy that was successful for me.

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December 09, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable and great bedside manner

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December 07, 2025

5.0

I was absolutely blown away by Dr. Van Denburg. She was knowledgeable, caring and very impressive. i loved her the will trust her

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November 25, 2025

5.0

Dr Van Denburg is awesome, she's very easy to talk with , she's knowledgeable. She involves me in decisions . I like working with her.

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November 21, 2025

5.0

Dr Van Denburg she is the excellent doctor that listen to there patient about everything all the problem that patient is going through and she is very friendly to hear the patient when there any problem with the patient health

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November 21, 2025

5.0

Though her treatment did not work for me, she was empathetic, reliable and well meaning

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November 20, 2025

5.0

She's awesome very professional

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November 13, 2025

5.0

She is such an amazing listener, super sympathetic and most importantly very knowledgeable on the health issue of insomnia. She always made me feel valued and heard- especially since insomnia can be isolating and a solo type of experience. I truly did look forward to our appointments- it was a chance to voice frustrations, or share accomplishments and that's a feeling not just any doctor can give you. She's the best of the best!

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November 11, 2025

5.0

Dr Van Denburg is really awesome . Easy to talk with . Explains everything very clearly Very knowledgeable

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October 30, 2025

5.0

She is excellent!

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October 30, 2025

5.0

Dr. Van Denburg has provided excellent patient education, treatment planning and resources. The treatment protocol and resources are evidence-based. Dr. Van Denburg explains things clearly, involves me in care decisions, and is supportive and encouraging.

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October 24, 2025

5.0

Enjoyable visits. Very knowledgeable. I've learned a lot!!

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October 14, 2025

5.0

She is competent and caring.

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October 14, 2025

5.0

She listens actively, is empathetic and capable.

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October 09, 2025

5.0

Dr. Van Denburg was pleasant, conducted a thorough assessment, provided educational materials along with a treatment plan, and involved me in care decisions.

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September 23, 2025

5.0

friendly, efficient

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September 16, 2025

5.0

Caring, easy to talk to gave good ideas

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September 12, 2025

5.0

As stated above, she was really friendly and knowledgeable too. I felt very comfortable asking questions and she was great about following up with information when she didn't know immediately.

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September 05, 2025

5.0

Easy to speak with, professional, and friendly. Easy to come up with a plan that works for me.

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September 03, 2025

4.0

Sleeping better now.

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August 25, 2025

5.0

She listened and always encouraged me and provided good tips to help me to sleep better.

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August 21, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable, pulls off educational material to read re: foods to aid me that help me to sleep better. I've come a long way with her help. Thanks much.

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August 07, 2025

5.0

Includes patient in decisions for care. Friendly, eficient

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August 01, 2025

5.0

Listens to me and great feedback

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July 31, 2025

5.0

I have already recommended. I am hopeful my referral will sleep better after CBT.

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July 29, 2025

5.0

Well organized and scientifically driven plan to improve my sleep patterns. Highly effective communication skills.

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July 28, 2025

4.0

She is a great listener and is definitely trying to work with me.

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July 24, 2025

5.0

Dr. Van Denburg is very knowledgeable and compassionate as well as thorough.

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July 16, 2025

5.0

efficient, friendly, let's you help in planning care.

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June 29, 2025

5.0

She understands the situation.It has great recommendations

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June 25, 2025

5.0

She is very patient, understanding and knowledgeable

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June 24, 2025

5.0

attentive, listens, includes my opinions in the treatment plan

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June 15, 2025

5.0

Because I already have recommended her!

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June 14, 2025

5.0

See above In addition she provided warmth and optimism at every session.

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June 10, 2025

5.0

She was wonderful.

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June 08, 2025

5.0

Dr. Van Denburg is very knowledgeable and compassionate.

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June 04, 2025

5.0

spends time with you, includes you in the therapy.

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June 02, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable, and we'll take all the time.You need from her

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May 31, 2025

5.0

Dr. Van Denburg has been very helpful in helping me understand and navigate the CBTI process and establish a plan based on my unique needs. She always provides time for questions and is very understanding of individual circumstances. She is also knowledgeable about current research and I have always been very confident in her recommendations. She helped me navigate the process of weaning insomnia medication at a pace that allowed me to achieve success and confidence. She is kind, understanding, and helps cheer on your successes.

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May 22, 2025

5.0

Dr.A Van Denburg was compassionate, understanding and did a lot of education with me on cause and effects for my age, chances of falls and need for quality sleep.

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May 21, 2025

5.0

gives you time, listens,

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May 18, 2025

5.0

Personally and how well she listens!

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May 09, 2025

5.0

Good listener. Very thorough MyNM message. Evidence & data based. I would give a 10 if the treatment works as that's the most important.

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May 08, 2025

5.0

Through the help of Dr. Van Den Burg I am sleeping longer, with better quality in my sleep that was recommended by my Neuropsychologist. I feel I'm in very good hands with my Doctors!

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May 04, 2025

5.0

She is clearly interested in my concerns.

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