Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia – What Clinicians Need to Know and Skills to Use with Your Clients

About the Program:

Estimates of the prevalence of insomnia and sleep dissatisfaction for the general population range to 30%. These issues are even higher in clients seen in psychotherapy. Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBTI) is a short-term, effective treatment, but few providers are trained in this intervention. The first half of the program will focus on research evidence and how CBTI therapists conceptualize these cases. The second half of the program will focus on concrete skills you can use with your clients, two to three case presentations, and participants’ case consultations and questions.

Participants will be able to:
1. Apply the conceptualization of insomnia in behavioral and cognitive terms they can discuss with their clients.
2. Explain the efficacy of CBTI versus medications.
3. Analyze patients’ sleep behaviors and cognitions to be able to provide concrete suggestions to their patients to help them improve their sleep.
 

This session qualifies for 3 continuing education credits. You must attend the full program to receive continuing education credit.

The Minnesota Psychological Association is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Minnesota Psychological Association maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
This session is at the intermediate level and is designed for psychologists and other mental health professionals.
This session was cosponsored with the Metropolitan State University Psychology Department.