Allison Kay Wilkerson

Allison Kay Wilkerson is an Associate Professor in the Sleep, Mood, and Anxiety Research and Treatment (SMART) Division within the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC). As a licensed clinical psychologist and Diplomate in Behavioral Sleep Medicine (DBSM), her work bridges clinical practice and technology-driven interventions.

• Education:
  • Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Texas A&M University
  • Master of Education in Counseling Education, University of North Texas
  • Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology, University of North Texas

Dr. Wilkerson’s research focuses on leveraging technology to disseminate evidence-based interventions for sleep and mental health, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for insomnia and nightmares. Her work targets populations with substance use disorders, PTSD, maternal depression, and chronic pain, emphasizing scalable solutions like mHealth apps and web-based training platforms.

Recent publications highlight her leadership in developing and evaluating digital tools such as CBTIweb and CBTNightmares.org, integrating virtual standardized patients for training, and exploring sleep-pain interactions in opioid use disorder. These studies align with her goal to improve clinical outcomes through accessible, technology-enhanced therapies.