{"id":28236,"date":"2020-05-11T08:00:02","date_gmt":"2020-05-11T12:00:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/restonic.com\/sin-categorizar\/hire-sleep-coach-5791265"},"modified":"2024-04-24T10:42:07","modified_gmt":"2024-04-24T14:42:07","slug":"hire-sleep-coach-5791265","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/restonic.com\/es\/blog-es\/hire-sleep-coach-5791265","title":{"rendered":"What You Need to Know Before Hiring a Sleep Coach"},"content":{"rendered":"

Still tossing & turning? More people are seeking the expertise of sleep coaches to help them put insomnia to rest<\/h2>\n

You feel like you\u2019ve tried everything and still a good night\u2019s sleep is alluding you. Your bedroom is the right temperature. You\u2019ve updated your mattress recently, sticking to tried and true sleep hygiene principles, like keeping your bedroom quiet and dark. You\u2019ve set up a regular bedtime routine and you skip caffeine long before it\u2019s time to slip between the sheets for a good night\u2019s sleep. Still, you\u2019re tossing and turning all night \u2013 depleted and exhausted in the morning, even before your day begins. For some who find themselves in the same boat, they\u2019re turning to sleep coaching to fix their sleep issues.<\/p>\n

\"WhatWhether it\u2019s an app, an online insomnia program or an in-office visit with a doctor who specializes in sleep, the popularity of sleep coaching<\/a> has risen dramatically in the last few years. Not coincidentally, the science of sleep has also increased, which has boosted our understanding of sleep and the crucial role it plays in our emotional and physical health.<\/p>\n

Sleep coaches can help get to the root of sleep issues by asking the right questions and even assessing the snooze-ability attributes of a bedroom with an in-home visit. They can help those suffering from insomnia and other sleep-related issues to help make positive changes. Rates vary from about $80 to $175 per hour and fees aren\u2019t covered by insurance.<\/p>\n

However, some physicians are skeptical about sleep coaches and their ability to help those suffering from sleep-related issues. A spokesperson for the American Academy of Sleep Medicine<\/a> (AASM) told Consumer Reports<\/a> that there\u2019s little evidence that people who hire sleep coaches actually sleep better. Part of the problem is that sleep coaches are not regulated and do not have a license or a specific certification. AASM recommends that people who are concerned about their sleep health<\/a> ask their primary healthcare giver for a referral to a therapist who specializes in cognitive behavior therapy for insomnia.<\/p>\n

Whatever route you choose, it\u2019s important not to wait to get answers. \u201cA lot of my clients come to me after they\u2019ve been struggling with sleep for a long time,\u201d says Elika Kormeili, a licensed professional therapist who specializes in online counselling for anxiety, depression and insomnia and is the founder of the Center for Healthy & Happy Living in Los Angeles. \u201cMy suggestion would be to seek support before you hit rock bottom. You can try various relaxation and stress management strategies to decrease anxiety and improve sleep. Don’t wait for your anxiety or your sleep to worsen before you get help.\u201d<\/p>\n

How to find a good sleep coach, therapist or counselor<\/h2>\n

If you\u2019ve decided to look for a sleep coach on your own, Dr. Michael Breus, aka The Sleep Doctor<\/a>, suggests taking it slow and asking lots of questions. He also offers this expert advice<\/a> on finding the right sleep coach for you.<\/p>\n