My Insomnia Is Practically Gone

When I first started working with John I had been suffering with chronic insomnia for 2.5 years related to my job. I had previously seen 2 therapists for talk therapy which didn’t help my insomnia and had been prescribed Phenergan as a sleep aid by my GP. I had trouble falling asleep consistently and my sleep-wake cycle was erratic. Some nights before work I wouldn’t sleep at all. This was affecting my concentration, mood and mental health.

Through research online I learnt that CBT-I (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia) is the first line gold standard treatment for chronic insomnia and is proven better than sleep aids. However, it is hard to get a therapist certified in CBI-I in Ireland. Luckily I found therapist John Duffy who specialises in CBT-I and provides his services online.

During the therapy I learnt about my thoughts and behaviours in relation to sleep and how these were inhibiting my ability to fall asleep. John provided me with a sleep diary which helped monitor my progress during the treatment.

CBT-I is a short treatment and now after only 7 sessions my insomnia is practically gone. I don’t take sleep aids and this therapy has also allowed me to stay in my job, which I enjoy! I can usually fall asleep within 15 minutes. I would like to thank John for his services and I would highly recommend him!!