Sleep and Dreaming

For hundreds of years dreams have captured our fascination and sparked our imagination. New research is revealing that dreams are not just something that happens to us when we sleep. Dreaming has been associated with increased emotional well-being and those who dream appear to require less active problem solving skills when they are awake. Therapeutically, dreams have the power to inform, inspire, and gain awareness of our true selves. During times of loss, transition, and life change dreams are often experienced more frequently and vividly.

Dr. Perper completed her doctoral dissertation on the therapeutic benefits of dream interpretation, and continues to be passionate about dream work in her practice. She is available for professional trainings as well as working with individuals on personal dreams.

The following handouts provide useful information on the process of dream interpretation, and ways to get a better night's sleep.

Steps to the Dream Interpretation Model

Suggestions for Recalling your Dreams

Tips to a better night's sleep

Common dream themese following a loss

For review of Dr. Perper's dissertation document, "The Effect of Dream Interpretation Intervention on Grief for Bereaved Individuals," click here and here

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