Sleep Disorders
Maroubra Psychologists
Restore Healthy Sleep with Expert Psychological Support
Quality sleep is essential for overall well-being, yet many people struggle with sleep disorders that affect their mental and physical health. Persistent sleep disturbances can lead to fatigue, difficulty concentrating, mood swings, and increased stress.
At Hendriks Psychology, we provide expert psychological support to help individuals understand and manage sleep disorders, improving both sleep quality and overall well-being.
Understanding Sleep Disorders
Sleep disorders refer to a range of conditions that disrupt normal sleep patterns, leading to difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or feeling rested. Common sleep disorders include:
- Insomnia – Trouble falling or staying asleep, often linked to stress, anxiety, or lifestyle factors
- Sleep Apnoea – A condition where breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep.
- Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) – An uncontrollable urge to move the legs, often disrupting sleep
- Nightmares & Night Terrors – Vivid, distressing dreams or sudden awakenings with intense fear
- Circadian Rhythm Disorders – Disruptions to the body’s internal clock, often caused by shift work or jet lag
Left untreated, sleep disorders can impact emotional regulation, cognitive function, and overall quality of life. Identifying the underlying causes is key to finding lasting solutions.
FAQs
If you regularly struggle with falling asleep, staying asleep, or feeling rested, and it affects your daily life, professional support may help.
Therapy addresses unhelpful thought patterns, behaviours, and emotional factors that contribute to poor sleep, helping you develop long-term strategies for better rest.
CBT-I is an evidence-based approach that helps change negative sleep-related thoughts and habits to improve sleep quality.
Yes, high stress and anxiety levels can make it difficult to relax, fall asleep, and stay asleep, leading to ongoing sleep disruptions.
Yes, therapy can help individuals process distressing dreams and use relaxation techniques to reduce the frequency and intensity of nightmares.
Many people notice positive changes within a few weeks of implementing therapy-based strategies for better sleep.
You can contact our clinic directly by phone or on 02 8958 2585 or use our online appointment request to schedule a session.
Maroubra Psychology Practice
Hendriks Psychology
At Hendriks Psychology, we provide compassionate and professional mental health care services to individuals in Maroubra and Sydney. Our practice is dedicated to offering effective psychological support to adults, adolescents and chilldren.
