Treatment
Evidence based and clinically proven
Grounded in science and free from medication, our program breaks down proven techniques into easy, achievable actions resulting in long-term improvements for both short-term and chronic sleep issues.
Insomnia Therapy with Real Results
FALL ASLEEP FASTER
STAY ASLEEP LONGER
ENJOY UNINTERRUPTED SLEEP
AWAKEN REFRESHED
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia
Decades of results have shown CBTi to be the most effective and long lasting solution for insomnia. CBTi uses a combination of behavioural changes and education to resolve your individual sleep challenges.
The therapy addresses sleep timing, daily habits, relaxation techniques, and thought patterns to quickly and positively impact your sleep quantity and quality. CBTi is now the first-line recommended treatment for insomnia around the world.
What to Expect
Treatment plans are evidence-based and grounded in the principles of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia, or CBTi.
CBTi is a comprehensive treatment proven to resolve sleep problems quickly and drug free.
Session 1
The first step is to take a full history of your health, focussing on sleep. We will work to figure out what triggered your sleep difficulties including the thoughts and behaviours that are reinforcing your poor sleep. From this we develop the pathway to restoring quality sleep. After the first session you will spend a week or two completing a sleep diary. This gives us a solid evidence base to work from in subsequent sessions to ensure the changes we make are actually working!
Session 2
We review your sleep diary and start adjusting your sleep timing. This is exciting because we start to powerfully reduce those hours spent in bed awake and teach your brain to sleep in solid blocks, without extended awakenings. Your sleep quality will improve and you’ll start to feel better during the day.
Session 3
We continue to adjust your sleep quantity and discuss challenges you are experiencing. We will work together to make small, but effective, changes to your daily and evening habits which will help to reinforce quality, restful sleep.
Follow Up Sessions
From here we really individualise your plan to suit you. Importantly we commit to following up for at least three months to ensure the changes we make stick.
Some people need strategies to relax before bed to stop that racing brain, others need work around anxious thoughts that worry them about sleep, while others need help reducing their dependence on sleep medication. Whatever your journey, we are here to support and guide you until you are completely satisfied with your sleep.
Is this treatment right for you?
When this treatment may not be suitable
F.A.Q.
Frequently Asked Questions
Every client is unique however on average 4 to 5 sessions. I’ve had clients that need as few as two sessions and some with more complex needs that have needed up to 8 sessions. Ultimately its your journey and we are here to give you the help you need so the time frame is entirely flexible.
No referral needed! We most definitely will keep your regular GP in the loop and they will receive a full report from us at the completion of your therapy.
Many studies have shown CBTi improves sleep onset, sleep duration and quality in around 80% of patients. In our practice, we’ve found the numbers to be higher than that. Almost every client with the right motivation and commitment sees positive, lasting improvements to their sleep.
There are some people who shouldn’t undergo CBTi. These conditions include schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, undiagnosed sleep apnoea, a history of vehicle accidents due to sleepiness, or workers whose safety would be unduly impaired through increased daytime tiredness. These clients should proceed through a specialist sleep psychologist.
Take your first step today
Book your free 15 minute phone consultation. We will assess your eligibility and answer any questions you may have.
