Sleep Disorder Therapy

Living with a sleep disorder is a different kind of tired.

Most people are tired, but living with a sleep disorder is something else entirely. It’s not just feeling sleepy. It can be a soul-crushing, life-draining exhaustion that affects every part of your day. You may have symptoms that most people don’t even realize are a part of your sleep disorder.

There’s often a deep sense of grief, even helplessness—feelings that are hard to explain to anyone who hasn’t experienced a sleep disorder themselves. If that’s where you are and you’re looking for someone who really gets it, I do. I have Type 2 Narcolepsy and I understand.

It’s more than just being tired.

Maybe you carry guilt for needing more rest than others. Maybe you feel shame for not being able to “keep up.”

You’ve probably been dismissed by doctors, misunderstood by loved ones, or told to “just take more vitamin D.”

These moments add up and they can drain your energy, impact your mental health, and can cause you to doubt yourself.

Sleep affects everything.

When sleep is disrupted, especially by a chronic disorder, our entire wellbeing is affected:

Emotional processing
Physical health
Cognitive functioning
Daily responsibilities
Relationships with others

Even though most sleep disorders don’t have a cure, that doesn’t mean you’re powerless. There are ways to manage symptoms, build acceptance, and create a life that still feels meaningful and fulfilling.

You deserve real support.

In our work together, we can talk about all of it:

Your fatigue.
Your frustration.
Your fears about missing out on life.

This is a space where you don’t have to pretend you’re fine. Where you don’t have to minimize your experience or hide how hard it really is, but you can also find ways to better care for your needs.

You deserve support that sees the whole picture—not just the sleep part, but the human part too.

Why does therapy help?

Sleep is deeply connected to our physical, emotional, and mental health. Research shows that individuals with sleep disorders have an increased risk for anxiety and depression. A therapist trained in sleep disorders can help you with anxiety and depression, as well as help you navigate the often covert difficulties that come with a sleep disorder. While medical treatments and sleep studies address the physical side of sleep, therapy helps you work through the thoughts, emotions, and experiences of living with a sleep disorder. 

Common sleep disorders

  • Insomnia

  • Sleep Anea

  • Narcolepsy

  • Restless Legs Syndrome

  • REM Behavior Disorder

  • NREM Sleep Arousal Disorders (Sleepwalking)

  • Circadian Rhythm Sleep-Wake Disorders

  • Periodic Limb Movement

Who does it help?

  • Adults struggling with any sleep disorder, including sleep apnea, narcolepsy, idiopathic hypersomnia, and restless legs syndrome

  • Those experiencing insomnia as either a stand alone diagnosis or as a symptom of their sleep disorder

  • Individuals adjusting to changes in their sleep disorder treatment

  • People balancing sleep issues with depression or anxiety

  • Adults whose careers and/or relationships are being impacted by their sleep disorder

  • Anyone seeking a calmer mind and more balanced lifestyle