Dr. Rachel Manber

Biography

Rachel Manber is a seasoned behavioral sleep medicine clinician and researcher with over 30 years of experience treating patients and conducting research to improve non-pharmacological treatments for insomnia. Her clinical focus includes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for insomnia, addressing sleep difficulties in children and teenagers, and managing various sleep disorders in relation to medical and psychological conditions, including pregnancy and postpartum issues. As a professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Stanford University, Manber leads several research initiatives aimed at increasing patient access to effective sleep interventions. She has served in significant academic roles, including Associate Chair for Clinical Research, and is actively engaged in innovative studies that explore the efficacy of different therapies for insomnia and related conditions. Manber's contributions to the field have been recognized through leadership positions, such as the Deputy Editor in Chief of the Journal SLEEP, and she has extensive training, including a PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of Arizona. Her work continues to significantly impact the understanding and treatment of sleep disorders in diverse populations, particularly veterans.

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