Do you find it difficult to fall asleep or remain asleep at night? A lot of people have a sleep problem.
Quality sleep makes your body feel powerful and your mind calm.
However, once sleep becomes difficult, it may equally influence everything, including your energy and moods.
At Healizm, we understand how important sleep is for your health.
Dr. Nahil Chohan at Healizm provides psychiatry, psychotherapy, and medication management through virtual and in-person sessions.
Let’s explore how combining therapy and medicine can help you sleep better and live better.
What Are Sleep Disorders?
Sleep disorders deal with your capacity to have fine restorative sleep. Sleep problems come in various forms, and they include:
- Insomnia: Difficulty getting or staying asleep
- Sleep Apnea: Interrupted breathing during sleep – it causes brief pauses in breathing
- Restless Leg Syndrome: An urge that you need to move your legs at night
Poor sleeping may lead to:
- Having excessive fatigue in the daytime
- Problems with thinking straight
- Mood swings and anxiety
- Medical issues such as heart ailments and diabetes
Fortunately, solutions are available.
What Is Therapy for Sleep Disorders?
Therapy, also called psychotherapy or talk therapy, helps you deal with thoughts and habits that may be harming your sleep.
At Healizm, we use therapy to teach you:
- How to calm your mind at night
- How to build better sleep routines
- How to handle stress and worry
CBT-I (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy of Insomnia) is one of the beneficial forms of therapy for Insomnia.
It will assist you in eliminating poor sleeping practices and substituting them with healthy ones.
You may talk with Dr. Chohan about:
- Your sleep schedules
- What’s keeping you awake
- How stress or emotions affect your rest
Together, you’ll build a plan to sleep better, naturally.
What Is Medication Management for Sleep?
Sometimes, therapy alone isn’t enough to fix sleep problems. That’s when medication management can help.
At Healizm, our psychiatric provider works closely with you to find the proper treatment, including safe and effective medicines, to help you sleep better.
There are different kinds of sleep aids we might suggest based on your needs:
- Melatonin Supplements: A natural hormone your body produces to regulate your sleep-wake rhythm is melatonin. In certain instances, it can also be taken as a supplement when your body is not making enough of it, or in case you are not sleeping at the right time.
- Prescription Sleep Medications: These are medications that your provider can prescribe to you, assuming you have more prolonged and severe problems as far as your sleep is concerned.
- Over-the-Counter (OTC) Sleep Aids: These are all sorts of sleep products you can obtain in a pharmacy without a prescription and are usually marketed to treat temporary sleep issues.
But we don’t just hand you pills.
We keep track of how the medication is working.
We check in with you frequently and make adjustments when necessary.
This process is called medication management. It’s an essential part of your healing journey.
Why Combining Therapy and Medicine Works Best
Therapy and medicine are often the best way to treat sleep disorders. Here’s why:
- Medicine works fast. If you’re feeling exhausted, medicine can help you rest quickly.
- Therapy builds long-term habits. It eventually enables you to be healthy and sleep well.
- Together, they support you fully. You don’t just fix sleep for a night, you build lasting change.
At Healizm, we develop an individual treatment plan for you.
Our team will support you whether your sleeping issue is recent or prolonged.
What Can You Expect from Online Sleep Treatment at Healizm?
Get therapy or psychiatric sessions online at Healizm, from the comfort of home.
Here’s how it works:
- You schedule a video appointment.
- We listen to your sleep struggles.
- You and your therapist or doctor create a plan.
- Your plan may include therapy, medicine, or both.
- We check in regularly to see how you’re doing.
You’ll learn breathing exercises, sleep routines, and ways to calm your thoughts at bedtime. We can also propose some simple changes in the mode of life, such as switching off your phone at night or reducing the amount of caffeine consumed throughout the day.
Healthy Sleep Habits You Can Start Now
Therapy and medicine help, but healthy habits improve sleep too. Try these tips:
- Go to bed and wake up at the same time each day.
- Keep your bedroom dark, quiet, and calm.
- Avoid screens one hour before bedtime.
- Do not eat coffee or soda during the afternoon.
- Try gentle yoga or deep breathing before bed.
Our team at Healizm may also include yoga or relaxation training in your treatment plan.
Can Psychotherapy Help All Sleep Disorders?
Psychotherapy is effective in most cases of sleep disorders, mainly insomnia, sleep difficulties caused by stress, and pre-sleep anxiety.
For example:
- If your mind races at night, therapy can help you unwind.
- If you have bad sleep habits, therapy can help create new ones.
- If stress or trauma affects your sleep, therapy supports healing.
The therapy might not be sufficient in the case of sleep apnea or some other physical manifestation of sleeping problems.
Still, it can accompany any other therapy, e.g., assist with weight loss or smoking cessation.
Final Thoughts
Sleep is personal, emotional, and physical. While pills may quiet the body, therapy speaks to the mind.
The most effective results generally appear when both are integrated.
If you’re exhausted from being exhausted, it might be time to explore blending therapy and drugs for the serene nights you deserve.
At Healizm, we’re here to help you regain control of your life. Whether you seek therapy, drugs, or a combination, we’ll help you locate the best strategy.
We offer personalized care, and our services are online, so help is just a click away. Contact us.
Check out Healizm on Google and book your virtual appointment today!
FAQs
Is it safe to take sleeping pills every night?
Long-term use can lead to dependence. Using under a physician’s guidance and paired with treatment is advisable.
Can I combine melatonin with therapy?
Dr. Chohan can provide professional advice and a treatment plan for you.
