Is medication more effective than Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I)?
Consult with your doctor; however, research indicates CBT-I is as effective as medication, without the side effects. (Smith T., 2002)
CBT-I teaches long lasting, natural coping mechanisms.
How is cbt-i different than sleep hygiene?
Does health Insurance Cover Treatment for Insomnia?
Generally, most insurance covers insomnia. Please see the Fees and Policies page.
What is the time commitment to this service?
CBT-I is an 8 session protocol that requires daily sleep diaries and the completion of regular questionnaires. However, on average, only 6 sessions are needed to eliminate clinically significant insomnia.
Can I address other current counseling issues during CBT-I?
CBT-I is carefully designed to maximize effectiveness over the 4-8 sessions. Addressing insomnia may help alleviate related social and emotional issues, such as stress, anxiety, depression, and other health issues.
How is CBT-I different from self-management strategies such as smartphone apps?
While self-management strategies can be helpful, CBT-I involves one-to-one cognitive behavioral therapy with a trained specialist at your side.
Preliminary research suggests little clinical effectiveness of self management.
HOW ARE CBT-I SERVICES WITH BEHAVIORAL SLEEP CENTER DIFFERENT FROM SLEEP COACHING PROGRAMS?
While sleep coaching programs can be helpful, sleep coaches are NOT licensed professionals and are NOT covered by insurance, including out of network benefits. Sleep coaches do NOT provide behavioral or mental health (sleep anxiety) treatment.