Counselling and sleep therapy services in Vancouver - Sleep, insomnia, anxiety, depression, and stress management focused therapy services in Vancouver BC and Ontario
TL;DR: CBT-I can be really effective against ADHD-related sleep problems. If you have ADHD, you’re probably intimately familiar with the frustrating dance between exhaustion and inability to sleep. Your mind races with thoughts that jump from topic to topic. You try all the standard sleep advice; consistent bedtimes, no screens […]
CBT for insomnia (CBT-I) is an effective and a very powerful technique to help improve sleep issues significantly. You have been struggling with insomnia for months, perhaps even years. You’ve likely tried every “quick fix” available: melatonin, weighted blankets, sleep apps, cutting caffeine at noon, and various herbal teas. Yet, […]
Chronic insomnia feels like being trapped in a cycle you can’t escape! You lie awake night after night, exhausted but unable to sleep. The harder you try, the more elusive sleep becomes. You’ve tried every remedy you can find;melatonin, sleep apps, herbal teas, cutting caffeine but nothing provides lasting relief. […]
CBT-I during pregnancy and postpartum phases are often overlooked by many sleep therapists while treating insomnia for expectant or new mothers. You are pregnant or newly postpartum, and sleep feels like a cruel joke. Your body aches, you need to pee every hour, the baby wakes constantly for feeding, and […]
If you’re lying awake at 2 AM wondering whether you should try sleeping pills, organic sleep aids, or start a CBT-I session from tomorrow, you’re not alone! Many people struggling with sleep find themselves caught between conflicting advice; some saying medication is the answer, others swearing by supplements, and still […]
When I joined the Bía Sleep Podcast recently, we talked about one of my favorite topics, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) and how it helps people rebuild trust in their body’s ability to rest. As a social worker and sleep therapist practicing across Canada, I’ve seen firsthand how sleep […]
For many, the relentless cycle of sleepless nights can feel like a heavy burden, leaving behind deep frustration and exhaustion. It’s no surprise that many turn to CBT-I (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia), the leading evidence-based treatment for insomnia, in search of relief. You might have found yourself staring at […]
When “More” Doesn’t Mean Better! If you’ve ever found yourself reaching for an extra capsule of a sleep supplement after a restless night, you’re not alone. In moments of frustration and exhaustion, it can feel tempting to think that just a little more will finally bring relief. At Quadra Wellness, […]