A guide for practitioners
Created by Contextual Consulting with Dr Maja Schaedel from the Good Sleep Clinic
Insomnia is a challenge many clients grapple with, not just because they struggle to sleep, but because of the ripple effects it creates in their thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. As ACT practitioners, we recognise that insomnia often leads clients to become entangled in self-critical or fear-driven thinking, which can magnify their distress and maintain a cycle of sleeplessness.
This e-book outlines a 3-step ACT-based strategy, shared with Contextual Consulting by Dr Maja Schaedel, sleep expert, to support clients in relating to their insomnia with greater acceptance and psychological flexibility. By using this approach, you can empower clients to break free from the struggle and move towards actions that align with their values, even during sleepless nights.
Download 3-step ACT strategy for managing insomnia
DR MAJA SCHAEDEL is an experienced Clinical Psychologist who now specialises exclusively in the area of sleep and trauma-related sleep difficulties.
3-step ACT strategy for managing insomnia: A guide for practitioners
This guide details a 3 step strategy for sleep issues:
- Recognising and labelling thoughts
- Making peace with the thoughts
- Doing something different
It includes details about what each step involves, practical examples and ways that practitioners can support. As with all ACT interventions, this 3-step strategy should be tailored to each client’s unique circumstances, values, and experiences.
This ebook was created by Contextual Consulting in collaboration with Dr Maja Schaedel from the Good Sleep Clinic.
