sleep.
sleep health.
Services:
Comprehensive assessment and evidence‑based treatment and support for people experiencing sleep disturbance or diagnosed sleep disorders.
Sleep disturbances commonly occur alongside . including insomnia, circadian rhythm disorders
This section brings together information about:
CBT‑I (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia)
Sleep disorders and sleep disturbance in mental health
Sleep assessment approaches
Evidence‑based sleep resources and articles
My aim is to offer clear, accurate, and accessible information — supporting clients, clinicians, and anyone wanting to understand sleep more deeply.
Sleep is one of the core pillars of optimal physical and mental health.
Sleep impacts emotional regulation, cognitive functioning, physical health, and overall psychological wellbeing.
Sleep and mental health have a bidirectional relationship.
Different types of sleep disturbance and disorders commonly occur alongside a number of the physical and mental health conditions or symptoms and life experiences and challenges for people …
Women.. Neurodivergent.. Older Adults .. Chronic Health Conditions.. Workplace Stress & Occupational related trauma, and Burnout,
Depression and other Mood Disorders, Anxiety, ADHD, PTSD and Acute Stress Disorders, Adjustment Disorders,
I have a particular interest in the strong, well‑established links between sleep and conditions such as anxiety, depression, trauma‑related symptoms, burnout, chronic stress, and pain.
CBT-i
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for insomnia is considered a gold‑standard psychological treatment for chronic insomnia.
CBT-i is internationally recognised as the first-line intervention for insomnia, with strong support from research.
What is insomnia?
Insomnia involves difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking too early — alongside daytime impacts such as fatigue, irritability, reduced concentration, or emotional strain.
How does CBT‑i work?
CBT‑i directly targets the behavioural, cognitive, and physiological processes that maintain insomnia.
Why is CBT‑i recommended?
CBT‑I produces durable improvements in sleep, with flow‑on benefits for mood, emotional regulation, concentration, and daytime functioning. It is effective for insomnia occurring on its own and when co‑occurring with anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic stress, pain, ADHD, and other conditions.
Benefits of CBT-i
Treatment is often short-term (often 4 or 5 sessions)
Minimal side effect profile
Research has shown improvements in sleep are as good as - and in some cases better - than with sleeping pills, which come with their own issues and are not the first-line treatment for insomnia.
Treatment benefits can be long lasting. However for when symptoms do return for some people — the initial course of treatment will have incorporated relapse planning into your treatment. Providing you with the knowledge and skills to access
Can be successfully used to treat insomnia occurring with many other medical or psychiatric disorders
How do I access CBT-i?
I have completed CBT-i training via APS/ASA. I am a member of the Australasian Sleep Association and continue to engage in ongoing education in sleep disorder assessment and treatments. My approach is collaborative, structured, and tailored to each person’s sleep patterns, health context, and goals.
CBT-i is a FPS that can be accessed under a MHTP referral via GP or psychiatrist.