Insomnia: There is hope with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT-I)

Send us Fan MailWebsite: Mental Health Counseling | Nugent Family Counseling Center % (nugenttherapy.com)Change is Possible Website: Change Is Possible • A podcast on Spotify for PodcastersKeywordsSummaryIn this episode of Beyond Breathing, host Lancette VanGuilder discusses insomnia and cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBTI) with expert John Ray. They explore the complexities of insomnia, its causes, and the effective strategies offered by CBTI to help individuals regain restful sleep. John shares his personal journey with insomnia and the transformative impact of CBTI, emphasizing the importance of community support in addressing sleep disorders.TakeawaysCognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia is a researched-backed approach.Insomnia can affect anyone, regardless of age.Maladaptive behaviors can hinder sleep improvement efforts.CBTI focuses on changing thoughts and behaviors related to sleep.Sleep drive is influenced by physical and mental activity.Circadian rhythm plays a crucial role in sleep quality.Cognitive arousal can lead to anxiety about sleep.CBTI can be delivered effectively via telehealth or in-person.Improvement in sleep can often be seen within six sessions of CBTI.Community support is essential for addressing sleep issues.Sound Bites"Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia is a powerful tool.""Insomnia affects millions of people, but there is hope.""We need to empower patients to improve their own health."Chapters00:00 Introduction to Insomnia and CBTI06:53 Understanding Insomnia: Causes and Effects12:08 Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBTI) Explained18:12 The Journey to Better Sleep: Personal Experiences and Insights22:05 Building a Community for Better Sleep Solutionsinsomnia, cognitive behavioral therapy, sleep disorders, mental health, sleep hygiene, sleep quality, CBTI, sleep tips, sleep improvement, wellnessSupport the showMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/the-anthemLicense code: SSRYVZTXKZ9U33WQ