Dr. Andrea Matsumura, Sleep Goddess MD

When this sleep specialist launched her consulting practice, she needed a memorable brand that could build recognition quickly. We positioned her as the “Sleep Goddess MD,” then developed the logo, website, social identity, quiz, and supporting brand system around that distinctive idea. Her dusk-to-dawn palette, gradient backgrounds, and simplified scientific diagrams created a look that felt approachable, credible, and immediately recognizable. Since then, she has grown her Instagram audience from 400 to 40,000 followers, with a co-branded supplement and book on the way. With greater name recognition, we transitioned away from the Sleep Goddess title while retaining the visual equity and strategic foundation of the original brand.

andreamatsumuramd.com

PORTLAND, OR

Brand Strategy
Method Development
Lead Magnet Development
Brand Design
Logo Design
Brand Collateral
Website Design
Shopify Design
Social Design
Presentation Template
e-Workbook Template
Brand Guide

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DECISIVE

GUIDE + INTELLECTUAL:
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FUN
CHARISMATIC
PERSONABLE

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FROM WOMEN FOUNDERS

“If you own a brand or are in charge of branding for a particular company, run don’t walk to Erika Brechtel. Nobody translates the look and feel of a brand digitally, better or more beautifully than she can."

Marisa Perry, Marisa Perry Atelier NYC

"I came to Erika thinking maybe I needed a website, and that's it. But through the strategy sessions, branding, website and materials designs,  I realized I needed so much more. It wasn't just the pieces Erika created for me, it was having an ally who could help me through the process of starting something totally new on my own. I couldn't have done this without her helping me find my voice."

Dr. Andrea Matsumura, Sleep Physician

"Erika’s extremely organized and meticulous approach to learning about us and our brand on a small to large scale has been a wonderful and organic experience. She really took the time to understand who we are on a personal and brand level. She never rushed the process but provided guidance, support and clarity when we needed it the most. We couldn’t be happier!"

Seda Bilginer & Amanda Sichon, Esas Beauty

"I went on this trip thinking it was a business trip with the hope of maybe making at least one friend, but what actually ended up happening was I met 9 lifelong friends that I happened to discuss business with. I will be forever grateful to Erika as she curated a group that included such diverse women whom all I could relate to in one way or another and I look forward to watching them all grow and succeed not only in business but their personal life. Anyone would be crazy NOT to attend something Erika puts together."

Sheena Keo, SMK & CO.

"Erika helped me determine my WHY, worked with me to develop a cohesive plan, got me to focus on my ideal customer; my vision grew from there and she created a design that was perfect for me and aligned with my goals."

Monica Shulman, Artist

“Working with Erika is unlike any branding experience I’ve had before - she doesn’t just design a beautiful brand, she uncovers who you actually are and builds everything from there. Through her method, I clarified my long-term vision, identified my ideal audience, and finally felt like my brand tells the true story of my work. After more than thirty years of knowing her, I can say without hesitation: she has a rare gift for helping women discover what they didn’t even know they had in them.”

Dr. Nancy Yen Shipley, Form & Function Orthopedics

"As a one-person marketing team in a start-up, Erika is not only a sophisticated brand, graphic, and UX designer, but she’s also my sidekick marketing strategist, brainstorm partner, and social media adviser. She brings creativity, insight, and a positive outlook to every project, and her ability to translate ideas into compelling visuals is unmatched. On top of all that, she’s such a thoughtful, lovely person to work with. I'm so lucky to have her on my side!"

Leah Morgan, Head of Marketing, Qvin

"Right people, right place, right time. What (I didn't know) I needed was the space to step back from the frenetic pace of life and have a chance to redefine my goals and reconnect with my authentic self. The Global Founder's Retreat was just that. I left the trip feeling energized, inspired, and so grateful to have been with this group, on this trip."

Heather Kosiek, Launch Studio