Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i)
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i) is an evidence-based approach used by Psychologists and Clinical Psychologists at Mind Body Well to help people overcome persistent sleep difficulties. Rather than relying on medication, CBT-i addresses the thoughts, behaviours and habits that contribute to insomnia, helping people achieve lasting improvements in their sleep.
CBT-i combines practical strategies such as sleep scheduling, stimulus control, relaxation techniques and cognitive strategies to reduce worry about sleep, and develop new sleep habits and routines. It is considered the first-line treatment for chronic insomnia and can also benefit people whose sleep difficulties occur alongside anxiety, depression or other mental health concerns.
If poor sleep is affecting your daily life, our Psychologists and Clinical Psychologists at Mind Body Well can help you develop healthier sleep patterns and improve your overall well-being. We provide individual CBT-i therapy, and also small group programs held live online.
MEDICARE AND PRIVATE HEALTH CLAIMS FOR PSYCHOLOGICAL THERAPY
You may be eligible to claim Medicare OR Private Health Insurance rebates for part of your session fees at Mind Body Well.
In order to claim a Medicare rebate you will need:
- A current Medicare card, details of which you will have the opportunity to provide us in your initial client forms
- A valid written referral and treatment plan from your Doctor (which needs to be provided to our administrative team prior to your appointment). These treatment plans can include the following types: Mental Health Care Plan, Eating Disorder
- Management Plan, and Chronic Disease Management Plan
We will process Medicare claims on your behalf, providing the above two have been provided to us prior to your appointment - Please note – this is a partial rebate only, we are not a bulk billing service.
In order to claim a rebate from your Private Health Insurance you will need:
- An appropriate level of cover (check with your fund)
- A receipt from us which you issue yourself to your private health insurance provider (we are unable to process these on your behalf)
- Please note – you are unable to claim from both Medicare and Private Health insurance for the same session
Please contact our administrative team if you need any further information about claiming rebates.
CBT-i Online Group Programs
At Mind Body Well we offer regular 5 session CBT-i psychoeducation programs, live online in small group settings. More details HERE.
CBT-i at our Melbourne clinic
Clinic address: Level 5, 132-136 Albert Road, South Melbourne, Australia, 3205
