Reversing Insomnia with Evidenced-Based CBT-I (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

303 East Venice Avenue,Venice FL 34285

26 October, 2022

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In 2016 the American College of Physicians stated: “All adult patients should receive Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) as the first step in treating chronic insomnia.” This CBT-I Certificate program is open to everyone, but Social Workers, Mental Health Counselors, and Marriage and Family Therapists will receive 6 CEUs as well as a Certificate of course completion. The programs’ evidence-based strategies will allow therapists and other healing professionals to help their clients increase energy during the day, sleep more deeply at night, and re-initiate sleep during the night when they awaken. Research shows that CBT-I (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia): Is extremely effective for reversing Insomnia even for those who have suffered for 10+ yearsCan help clients who have taken sleep medication for yearsTreats the root causes of Insomnia and not just the symptomsThe program presenter, Dr. Darcy Lord PhD*, Stress-Reduction Expert, Certified CBT-I Educator, developed and leads the REST Program (Restoring Employee Sleep-Time utilizing CBT-I) at a large County Government in southwest Florida. Reversing Insomnia with CBT-I (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia) Learning Objectives: Use sleep-field validated assessment tools to evaluate Insomnia levels and screen for Sleep ApneaLearn the science of sleep and the three major causes of chronic InsomniaBe introduced to the Three Branches of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia: Homeostat/Sleep Drive, Circadian/Clock System, and Arousal (Cognitive & Conditioned)Learn the science of Sleep Efficiency (SE) and how to calculate SE using Daily Sleep LogsDesign a healthy sleep schedule to improve Sleep Efficiency (SE) and daytime functioningUtilize Stimulus Control to reverse pre-sleep Conditioned Arousal and/or during-night Cognitive ArousalUnderstand when to apply Time in Bed (TIB) Prescriptions as neededUnderstand and create a healthy Buffer Zone practice to lessen pre-sleep Cognitive ArousalLearn the effective 3-Step Process to Reduce Cognitive ArousalUse evidence-based relaxation therapies including Balanced Breathing, Mindfulness Body Scan, Heart Lock-In, Gratitude practice, and Restful Inversion in conjunction with Buffer Zone to heighten sleep qualityModify inaccurate beliefs about sleep using cognitive techniques to decrease sleep-related anxietyJoin Dr. Darcy Lord PhD*, Stress Reduction Expert & Certified CBT-I Educator for step-by-step instructions on how to apply Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia in a clear session-by-session approach that effectively treats Insomnia. *Dr. Darcy Lord is an author, speaker, and stress-reduction expert. Her mission is to help uplift the consciousness of the planet and call people back to their own highest good. She received her Ph.D. from The Ohio State University in Somatic Education which addresses the mind-body-spirit connection, and she is the author of the highly reviewed book 52 Weeks of Relief: Uplifting Provocations for Stress Reduction & Self-Care. Dr. Lord has been a speaker, trainer, and coach for over 30 years guiding people toward their own happiness, stress-relief, personal empowerment, and intelligent self-management. In addition to being an author, professional speaker, and trainer, Dr. Lord developed the REST Program (Restoring Employee Sleep-Time) for a large County Government in southwest Florida; the REST Program utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia to reverse even long-term insomnia; she taught at The Ohio State University, winning a prestigious award for teaching excellence; she was a counselor focusing on women’s issues and the importance of self-love; she developed curriculum and was primary researcher for Ohio State’s Complementary Health Initiative Pilot Project; she published a worksite Positivity Study in the peer-reviewed journal JOEM; she was the Director of an Integrative Healing Arts Center focusing on personal/spiritual growth; and is currently the Stress-Reduction Expert for a 2,500 employee organization. As a long-time choreographer/dancer, Darcy’s joy and enthusiasm are contagious. Her bright energy and authentic joy make it easy for clients/audiences to feel present, engaged, connected, and energized! In addition to speaking and writing about stress-reduction, happiness, and personal empowerment, some of Darcy’s favorite things are spending time with her family, basking in the Gulf of Mexico, meditating, dancing/working out, and playing in her own personal/spiritual growth. Dr. Lord and her family reside in beautiful Venice, Florida.