Sleep Disorders

Counselling for Sleep Disorders in Bridgend, Cardiff, Carmarthen, Newport, and Porthcawl

Sleep disorders can significantly affect daily life, mood, concentration, and overall wellbeing. Whether you struggle to fall asleep, stay asleep, or wake feeling unrefreshed, poor sleep can lead to long-term emotional and physical difficulties. Insomnia, night-time anxiety, nightmares, and irregular sleep patterns are all common issues that can stem from stress, trauma, lifestyle factors, or underlying mental health concerns. Counselling helps individuals understand the root causes of their sleep problems and develop healthier sleep routines and coping strategies.

Common Symptoms of Sleep Disorders

• Difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep
• Waking frequently throughout the night
• Night-time anxiety or racing thoughts
• Nightmares or distressing dreams
• Feeling exhausted or unrefreshed in the morning
• Difficulty concentrating or irritability during the day
• Sleep disturbances related to stress, trauma, or lifestyle

Causes of Sleep Disorders

• Stress, anxiety, or overthinking at night
• Depression or low mood affecting sleep patterns
• Trauma or unresolved emotional experiences
• Poor sleep hygiene or irregular routines
• Lifestyle factors such as screen use before bed or caffeine intake
• Health conditions or chronic pain
• Hormonal changes or fatigue-related conditions

Treatments for Sleep Disorders

Counselling can be highly effective for resolving sleep problems by addressing the emotional and psychological factors that contribute to them. Approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), relaxation strategies, and structured sleep routines help improve sleep quality and reduce anxiety around bedtime. At iTT, our counsellors support clients in creating healthier habits, managing stress, and restoring balance to their sleep patterns.

A typical counselling treatment plan for sleep disorders includes:

• An assessment to understand sleep patterns and emotional influences
• Developing healthy sleep routines and practical daily habits
• Challenging negative or anxious thoughts that disrupt sleep
• Relaxation, grounding, and breathing exercises for bedtime
• Managing stress, trauma, or underlying emotional triggers