More than 70% of clinical patients report disturbances in their sleep. Some of our treatment settings may inadvertently contribute to these difficulties. This talk provides basic knowledge on sleep disturbance, specifically insomnia, and cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia, a gold-standard psychotherapeutic intervention. We will review in depth two primary components, then review ways to implement these approaches to acute or time-limited settings.
Target Audience: This activity is intended for psychologists, social workers, counselors, and other mental health professionals.
Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this activity, attendees will be able to:
- Assess the empirical support for CBTi
- Name the two key biological processes that support sleep
- Define insomnia
- Identify the basic learning principles fundamental to CBT for insomnia
- Practice sleep tracking and restriction