Sleep Problems
McLean Counseling Center
Sleep is an essential and impactful part of everyone’s daily routine. We spend a third of our lives sleeping, so it’s no surprise that poor sleep can impact every part of our waking life. Insomnia is a common sleep disorder. With insomnia, you may have trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or getting good quality sleep. This happens even if you have the time and the right environment to sleep well. Insomnia can get in the way of your daily activities and may make you feel sleepy during the day.
Effects of Insomnia
- Daytime fatigue
- Frustration when trying to sleep
- Impaired memory and focus
- Low mood
- Decreased daytime productivity
- Increased anxiety
- Impaired immune function
- Exacerbated chronic pain symptoms
You don’t have to suffer alone. McLean Counseling Center specializes in treating insomnia and other sleep issues.
Insomnia Services:
Comprehensive care
Treatment starts with a complete evaluation of your sleep patterns and problems. We’ll explore any daytime factors that may impact your sleep quality, including stress, anxiety, and your daily habits. After gaining an understanding of your individual situation, your provider will work with you to support healthy sleep habits from all angles.
Our practitioners have backgrounds in sleep medicine and psychiatry, enabling them to offer a unique treatment approach. And since as many as 40% of insomnia patients also have a coexisting psychiatric condition (most often depression or a panic disorder), our providers can address those concerns as well.
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for insomnia
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques are proven effective to improve and maintain sleep quality. In many cases, this can be accomplished without medication.
Medication
Some patients may find medication helpful to support their other treatments. If medication is needed, our providers will work with you to find the most non-invasive dosage possible to help you sleep without interfering with other areas of your life. Over time, your provider will continue working on finding holistic, behavioral solutions to your sleep issues. This often eliminates the need for medication long-term.
With years of experience in sleep medicine and psychiatry, there is no aspect of day or night that we cannot improve together. Let’s get started on a treatment plan today and get your sleep back on track!
Frequently Asked Questions About Sleep Therapy in McLean VA
How do I know if my sleep problem is serious enough to seek treatment?
Ask yourself one question. Do my sleep problems affect daily functioning? If it causes difficulties in retaining energy, concentration, and emotional balance, your sleep problem is much more than just occasional poor sleep. Another signal to seek sleep therapy is that you face troubles sleeping even after getting enough sleep or rest.
What are the habits that cause long-term sleep disruption?
Common factors include irregular sleep schedules, screen exposure before bed, excess caffeine/nicotine, and ongoing stress. These habits can interfere with healthy sleep cycles and reinforce insomnia.
Will I have to stay on sleep medication long-term?
Not necessarily. We even offer non-medication sleep therapy methods like CBT(Cognitive Behavioral Disorder) to treat insomnia. Medication is used only when needed, for shorter periods, and is reduced whenever possible.
Is insomnia connected to mental health issues like anxiety or depression?
Yes. Sleep and mental health are closely linked to each other, where each worsens the other. Many mental health patients are at risk of insomnia, and insomnia can trigger mental health symptoms.
Do you offer support for people who rely on sleep aids and want to stop?
Yes. At McLean Counseling Center, we help individuals who want to stop relying on sleep aids and switch to better alternatives. Our insomnia therapists will guide you through a gradual process to switch smoothly and provide strategies to adapt to natural sleep.
How long does it take to see results once the sleep therapy starts?
We guarantee significant improvement in your sleep cycles within 6-8 weeks, at the latest. These results are long-term and offer a stable foundation for sleep, unlike the temporary results of medication.
Ph: 703-821-1073
Fax: 703-288-0767
admin@mcleancounselingcenter.com
1307 Vincent Place McLean, VA 22101
Sign Up for the Newsletter