The Sleep Clinic

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Sleep is something we often take for granted - until it becomes a problem. As a fundamental human need, good sleep is essential for physical and emotional wellbeing. Yet across the globe, many of us are sleeping less than we need, and some even see sleep loss as a “badge of honour.”

Poor sleep affects almost every part of our lives. It can impact mood, memory, attention, learning, decision-making, energy, motivation, immunity, and hormone regulation. It also has a close relationship with almost all mental and physical health conditions, from anxiety and depression to heart disease, diabetes, and even Alzheimer’s. Poor sleep can also make us more impulsive and affect how we respond to challenges.

Modern life has made it harder for many of us to get the sleep we need. Up to 30% of people report long-term sleep difficulties, while millions more compromise sleep to fit in more “awake time.” Sleep is often the first thing we sacrifice when life gets busy but when we prioritise it, we are better equipped to manage life’s challenges. And it’s not just about quantity: the right kind of sleep is crucial for true restoration.

• Difficulty falling or staying asleep
• Being awake most of the night despite wanting to sleep
• Waking too early and unable to get back to sleep
• Interrupted sleep (due to discomfort, nightmares, or sleep apnoea)
• Waking tired or unrefreshed
• Struggling with day-to-day tasks due to low energy
• Reduced productivity and concentration
• Daytime drowsiness
• Irritability or agitation

Insomnia is one of the most common sleep problems, affecting roughly 1 in 10 adults. Treating sleep difficulties is essential not just for sleep itself, but for overall mental and physical health.

Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBTi) is the internationally recommended, evidence-based first-line treatment for insomnia. It is highly effective across a wide range of populations and provides long-term improvements in sleep quality.

At The Well-Minded Practice, we combine CBTi with the Human Givens approach, taking a holistic, human needs-based view. This method focuses on identifying unmet needs and building the natural resources we all have to cope effectively. Every plan is tailored to the individual and delivered collaboratively, ensuring strategies fit your goals, lifestyle, and pace. Our goal is practical: to help you sleep better, feel better, and improve daily functioning.

Joanna is trained in CBTi with the Sleep and Circadian Neuroscience Institute (SCNi) at the University of Oxford. She combines this expertise with a deep understanding of human needs and resources, offering a personalised approach that helps clients improve sleep, mood, concentration, and overall wellbeing. She also lectures and delivers training on sleep and has written extensively on the topic. 

Joanna supports clients in understanding the science of sleep and applying strategies that work for their unique life circumstances. She works collaboratively with each client, ensuring the strategies used are practical, realistic, and tailored to their life.

Currently Fully Booked - My practice is currently full, but you’re welcome to join the waiting list. I’ll be in touch as soon as a space becomes available.