Therapy in California
Insomnia Treatment in California:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I)
WHAT IS CBT-I?
CBT-I targets specific behavioral interventions to get rid of some of your old habits and home environment interruptions that are fueling your sleep issues. We’ll quickly identify your sleep needs and problem areas, implement specific changes guided by your therapist and track the results until sleep has improved significantly.
WHY IS THIS THERAPY DIFFERENT?
You may have talked to a therapist about your insomnia in the past and discussed some of the underlying mental health issues causing the sleep loss (anxiety, stress, grief/loss, etc.). While emotional stressors are part of the assessment and ongoing plan, this isn’t the primary focus for this type of help. CBT-I is more behaviorally driven with a specific agenda each week of expectations and results. By targeting the sleep patterns and behavior immediately, results tend to be tangible and quick. By addressing the root causes of sleep issues CBT-I aims to provide long term relief from chronic insomnia and other sleep disorders.
HOW LONG WILL THIS TAKE?
Everyone is different but on average this will take 6-10 sessions, meeting weekly. Please keep in mind your specific plan may take more time or less. A key component to this treatment is you! If you’re willing to actively participate and follow the plan we can make changes. You’ve been suffering for a long time! Let’s work together so you can have some significant improvement in your life.
WHAT IS COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY FOR INSOMNIA (CBT-I)?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) is a non-pharmacological approach to treating insomnia and other sleep disorders. This type of therapy targets negative thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to insomnia. CBT-I is based on the idea that insomnia is not just a sleep disorder but also a psychological and behavioral issue. By addressing the underlying cognitive and behavioral factors that contribute to insomnia, CBT-I can help you develop healthy sleep habits and improve sleep.
CBT-I has been shown to be an effective treatment for insomnia with studies demonstrating significant improvements in sleep quality, duration and efficiency. It’s may be used in conjunction with other treatments like sleep medications or sleep devices to provide a comprehensive approach to managing insomnia.
UNDERSTANDING SLEEP DISORDERS
Sleep disorders are conditions that affect an individual’s ability to sleep or maintain a normal sleep-wake cycle. There are over 80 different sleep disorders, from insomnia and sleep apnea to restless leg syndrome and narcolepsy. Sleep disorders can be caused by genetics, lifestyle habits, medical conditions and environmental factors.
Some common sleep disorders include:
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Insomnia: Difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep.
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Sleep Apnea: Stops in breathing during sleep.
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Restless Leg Syndrome: Uncomfortable sensations in the legs that disrupt sleep.
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Narcolepsy: Excessive daytime sleepiness and sudden sleep attacks.
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Circadian Rhythm Sleep Disorders: Disruptions to the body’s internal clock that affect sleep-wake cycles.
Sleep disorders can have a big impact on an individual’s quality of life, mood, energy and ability to function during the day. If left untreated sleep disorders can also increase the risk of other health problems like cardiovascular disease, diabetes and obesity.
BENEFITS OF CBT-I
CBT-I has been shown to be an effective treatment for insomnia and other sleep disorders. Some of the benefits of CBT-I include:
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Better sleep quality and duration
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Reduced symptoms of insomnia and other sleep disorders
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Reduced sleep anxiety
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More energy and alertness during the day
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Overall better quality of life
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Reduced use of sleep medications
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Long term maintenance of sleep improvements
By addressing the root causes of sleep disturbances CBT-I helps you achieve lasting improvements in your sleep and overall well being.
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