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Find a psychologist specializing in sleep disorders

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Sleep problems like insomnia affect millions of people in Denmark and have far-reaching consequences for health, mood, and functioning. A psychologist specializing in sleep typically uses cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), which is the most effective non-medication treatment. You learn to change the thought and behavior patterns that maintain your sleep problems.

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Can a psychologist help with sleep problems?

Yes, cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) is recommended as first-line treatment and is more effective than sleeping pills in the long term. Treatment includes sleep hygiene, stimulus control, sleep restriction, and cognitive techniques.

How quickly does CBT-I treatment work?

Most people experience improvement within 4-8 sessions. Sleep quality may temporarily worsen at the start of treatment, but the effect is lasting, unlike sleeping medication, which often only works as long as you take it.

Are sleep problems connected to anxiety and depression?

Yes, sleep problems and mental health conditions often reinforce each other. Poor sleep can trigger or worsen anxiety and depression, while these conditions also cause sleep problems. Treating sleep can therefore improve overall mental health.

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