Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I)
CBT-I is the primary treatment for chronic insomnia, targeting behavioral and cognitive triggers like irregular schedules and unhelpful beliefs. This evidence-based method generally provides superior long-term results in sleep quality and duration compared to medication.
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Availability
In-person or via telehealth
Depending on therapist availability.
Booking
Same or next day
Appointments often available within 24–48 hours.
Duration
50–60 minutes
Sessions typically last 50–60 minutes.
How Can These Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) Techniques Improve Your Life?
Fall Asleep Faster and Sleep Through the Night: Restructure the thoughts and behaviors that activate your brain at bedtime, replacing them with evidence-based techniques that promote deep, restorative sleep.
Eliminate Reliance on Sleep Medications: CBT-I addresses root causes of insomnia, allowing many clients to safely reduce or eliminate sleep aids under medical guidance — without dependency or side effects.
Improve Daytime Energy, Mood, and Performance: Quality sleep is foundational to mental health, emotional regulation, and cognitive functioning. CBT-I restores this foundation sustainably and permanently.
Where Can I Take This Treatment and How?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) is available at our Fort Myers, Naples, and Wesley Chapel offices.
Not located near one of our offices or prefer meeting remotely? We also offer telehealth sessions to anyone located anywhere in Florida, so you can access support from the comfort of your home.
Ready to take the next step? Call us at 239-537-9646 or Fill out our Scheduling Form to get started today.
- (239) 688-2781
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12811 Kenwood Lane
Fort Myers, FL 33907
Suite 213: Therapy
Suite 201: Psychiatry
- (239) 365-2258
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2345 Stanford Ct.
Naples, FL 34112
Suite 602: Check-In
We accept insurance
We accept major commercial insurance providers and Medicaid.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I)
What is CBT-I?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) is a structured psychological treatment that addresses the thoughts, behaviors, and habits that cause and maintain chronic insomnia. It is recommended as the first-line treatment by the American College of Physicians and major sleep medicine organizations worldwide.
Who provides CBT-I?
CBT-I is delivered by licensed therapists who have completed specialized training in behavioral sleep medicine, including LMHCs, Psychologists, and LCSWs with CBT-I certification or advanced training in sleep-focused CBT protocols.
What conditions can CBT-I address?
CBT-I is effective for chronic insomnia (difficulty falling or staying asleep for 3+ months), sleep maintenance insomnia, sleep onset insomnia, early morning awakening, and insomnia related to anxiety, depression, chronic pain, or medical conditions.
How can CBT-I improve my life?
By addressing the cognitive and behavioral drivers of insomnia, CBT-I produces durable improvements in sleep quality, duration, and daytime functioning — without the side effects or dependency risks associated with sleep medication.
What does a typical CBT-I session involve?
Sessions include sleep education, review of sleep diary data, application of sleep restriction therapy and stimulus control, cognitive restructuring of unhelpful sleep beliefs, relaxation and mindfulness techniques, and relapse prevention planning.
What can I expect during CBT-I sessions?
Expect an active, structured program with between-session homework, including keeping a sleep diary and implementing prescribed sleep schedule changes. Some temporary sleep disruption is normal early in treatment — improvement typically follows within 2 to 3 weeks.
How many CBT-I sessions are typically needed?
CBT-I is a short-term, structured program: most clients complete treatment in 6 to 8 sessions over 6 to 8 weeks. Many achieve lasting sleep improvement by the end of the program, with long-term maintenance gains continuing after treatment ends.
Is CBT-I suitable for everyone?
CBT-I is appropriate for most adults with chronic insomnia. It can be adapted for older adults, individuals with medical conditions, and those with co-occurring anxiety or depression. Your therapist will screen for any contraindications during the initial assessment.
How can I begin CBT-I?
Getting started is simple. Complete our Scheduling Form or call your nearest office to schedule an initial sleep assessment. Telehealth appointments are available for added convenience and we can typically begin your program within days.