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Sleep Therapy in Wilmington, NC—Sleep Therapists and Counselors

The average koala bear sleeps for 22 hours per day. Human babies’ typical sleeping time is 16 hours, or 2/3rds of the day, giving true meaning to the phrase, “sleeping like a baby.” But what about you? Three hours? Five? Maybe you sleep for seven hours but wake up feeling unrested.

If you are having sleep difficulties, you are not alone. Over 50% of adults report past or current sleep difficulties. Common problems include sleeping too much, trouble falling asleep, and waking up in the night. If this resonates and you are struggling with sleep issues, reach out to Thriveworks Wilmington to schedule an appointment. We’re here to help.

How Can Sleep Habits Improve Your Sleep?

One of the best ways to improve your sleep is to replace a poor sleep routine with an environment and schedule that promotes sleep. Sleep expert Dr. Richard Bootzin developed a technique known as stimulus control to help people with insomnia, which involves several sleep habit instructions. The main goals of the stimulus control technique are to fall asleep quickly and to stay asleep.

These goals are achieved by:

• Developing a consistent sleep schedule.
• Strengthening your mind’s connection of the bed and the bedroom as a place for sleep
• Weakening the mind’s link of the bed/ bedroom as a cue for stimulating activities that might interfere with sleep (like studying, watching TV, eating, etc.).

Learning to Practice Sleep Hygiene

In addition to implementing Dr. Bootzin’s sleep habits, practicing proper sleep hygiene may also help to improve your sleep. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention recommends the following:

• Be consistent. Go to bed at the same time each night and get up at the same time each morning, including on the weekends
• Make sure your bedroom is quiet, dark, relaxing, and at a comfortable temperature
• Remove electronic devices, such as TVs, computers, and smartphones, from the bedroom
• Avoid large meals, caffeine, and alcohol before bedtime
• Get some exercise. Being physically active during the day can help you fall asleep more easily at night

Schedule Sleep Therapy at Thriveworks Wilmington

If sleep still eludes you, if your mind is on a never-ending chase from one thought to the next, or if nightmares prevent you from enjoying a restful night sleep, contact our sleep therapists at Thriveworks in Wilmington today. Stop counting sheep; let us help you find the restful night sleep you deserve! Reach out today to schedule–we offer evening and weekend sessions, provide same-week appointments, and accept most major insurances. (910) 247-4818