Introduction
CBT-i Coach is for people who are engaged in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia with a health provider. The app will guide users through the process of learning about sleep, developing positive sleep routines, and improving their sleep environments. It provides a structured program that teaches strategies proven to improve sleep and help alleviate symptoms of insomnia.
CBT-i Coach is intended to augment face-to-face care with a healthcare professional. It can be used on its own, but it is not intended to replace therapy for those who need it.
CBT-i Coach is based on the therapy manual, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia in Veterans.
CBT-i Coach was a collaborative effort between VA’s National Center for PTSD, Stanford School of Medicine, and DoD’s National Center for Telehealth and Technology.
Been having severe sleep problems and this app is just magical in terms of helping find solutions. I have managed to restore healthy sleep patterns and feel way better."
I’ve had insomnia since childhood. I am now being treated with CBT and medication. This app helps me track my meds, caffeine, alcohol intake, sleep, naps and everything else that affects my sleep."
Features
- Education about CBT-i and how sleep works
- Tips to help develop positive sleep routines and improve sleep environments
- Sleep diary to track wake and sleep times
- Tools to help relax while getting ready for sleep or when trying to go back to sleep
Help
For help with this app, contact the National Center for PTSD at:
Email: MobileMentalHealth@va.gov