sleep well. Be well.
Therapy for insomnia and sleep challenges in Burlingame and online across California
You’re exhausted.
You find yourself dreading the sight of your bed - it feels like it's mocking you. Every day you fear the nightly struggle that awaits you, and you're just too exhausted to face it this time. Nothing you have tried has worked long term and your frustration has only multiplied.
Whether it’s difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or early morning wakings, there are few things more torturous than sleep difficulties.
The anxiety and constant worry about sleep is taking over
It’s difficult to meet the demands of your busy day due to exhaustion, fatigue, and difficulty concentrating
You’re finding yourself more irritable and frustrated since your sleep challenges began
You would like to not be dependent on sleep medications, supplements, or substances to get a good night’s rest
You’re ready to get the sleep you desperately need.
How insomnia therapy works
Based in science. Proven to work.
Sleep is a vital function that keeps our brain and body functioning at its best - yet nearly 30% of Americans struggle with insomnia. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) is a structured and evidence-based therapeutic approach designed to help individuals overcome sleep disturbances. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine and the American College of Physicians recommend CBT-I as the first line “gold standard” treatment for insomnia. It focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to sleep challenges. CBT-I typically includes strategies such as sleep restriction, stimulus control, and cognitive strategies to promote healthier sleep habits and improve the quality and duration of sleep. This therapy aims to address the root causes of insomnia and is considered a highly effective treatment for long-term sleep improvement without the use of medication.
Together we can customize CBT-I for your unique sleep challenges and create life-changing results. Restful sleep is within your reach.
Therapy for insomnia can help you…
Sleep soundly and wake up well-rested
Feel capable, confident, and self-assured that your body can get the sleep that it needs
Decrease daytime anxiety about sleep
Let go of needing sleep medication or other substances to sleep
Improve concentration
Decrease feelings of frustration and anxiety
Feel like yourself again
"Sometimes the smallest step in the right direction ends up being the biggest step of your life.
Tiptoe if you must, but take a step."
- Naeem Callaway
Frequently asked questions about insomnia therapy
FAQs
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For some individuals, life transitions or seasons of change can lead to sleep challenges. Other life stages that can increase the risk of sleep disturbances include starting a new job, retirement, menopause, "empty nesting," postpartum/pregnancy, advancing age, or times of high stress. Additionally, individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, or trauma, or individuals who are military veterans, are at a higher risk of insomnia. Regardless of the underlying cause, there is a path toward restoring restful sleep. Learn more.
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While each individual is unique, the average amount of time it takes to restore sleep is about 6-8 weekly therapy sessions. Some individuals choose to continue working together longer, while others experience improvement in just 4 sessions. Learn more.
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CBT-I stands for Cognitive Behavioral Treatment for Insomnia. It is a structured and evidence-based therapeutic approach designed to help individuals overcome sleep disturbances. CBT-I is currently considered the “gold standard” treatment for insomnia. It is considered a highly effective treatment for long-term sleep improvement without the use of medication. Learn more.
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Together we will:
Establish a sleep schedule to optimize the effectiveness of your sleep, preventing those frustrating moments of tossing and turning in bed.
Modify sleep behaviors so that you learn to reduce what keeps you awake and increase what helps you sleep soundly.
Manage stress so that your racing mind and self-talk don't keep you up at night.
Reduce automatic negative thoughts and unhelpful beliefs about sleep to adopt a more balanced and constructive perspective on your sleep patterns.
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A common goal for individuals who are experiencing insomnia is to not be dependent on sleep medications. Working with your doctor, we will safely and effectively get you sleeping soundly without the use of medications. Learn more.
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Feel free to reach out to me to schedule a no-obligation, complimentary 15-minute phone call. During our conversation, we can explore whether we're a good match for working together. Contact me here.