Insomnia is characterised by poor sleep quality and irregular sleep patterns. Those who suffer from insomnia often experience difficulty falling asleep, disrupted sleep, early waking syndrome, or a combination of these issues. The inability to achieve restful sleep significantly impacts both mental and physical health, often leaving individuals feeling persistently tired, emotionally unstable, and anxious.
Ideally, we should enter a relaxed state when it’s time to sleep. However, various factors—such as financial worries, emotional stress, personal issues, employment concerns, or relationship problems—can disrupt this process, whether these troubles are conscious or subconscious.
For individuals with depression, the tendency to “over-dream” can lead to exhaustion the next day. To combat excessive dreaming, the body may wake individuals early in the morning, a phenomenon known as early-morning waking syndrome. If this disturbed sleep pattern continues over time, it can create anxiety surrounding bedtime, leading to a cycle of worry about whether a good night’s sleep will be achievable. This habitual anxiety can persist even if the initial cause of insomnia is no longer present.
The traditional approach to treating insomnia often involves prescription medications, such as sleeping tablets, or over-the-counter herbal remedies and alcohol. While these may offer temporary relief, their long-term use can diminish effectiveness, necessitating higher doses for the same benefits.
In contrast, hypnotherapy offers a more holistic approach to overcoming insomnia. This relaxing therapy not only facilitates easier sleep onset but also promotes the establishment of regular, healthy sleep patterns without harmful side effects.
As an award-winning hypnotherapist with over 22 years of experience in helping individuals with insomnia and sleep-related issues, I invite you to call for an initial consultation. Together, we can explore how hypnotherapy can help you finally achieve restful sleep and wake up refreshed.
For further insights, you may also want to read about hypnotherapy for anxiety and hypnotherapy for stress, as these conditions often intertwine with sleep issues.
