Current Issues and Future Directions in Treating Insomnia - 5 hours

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• CE Hours Included: 5 (please see below for details)
• Format: On-Demand Webinar (“Asynchronous”, Non-Interactive) ~ At your leisure this recorded video is to be viewed at your own pace. You may pause, rewind, and fast forward at any point during the videos. You are in complete control of how you view this workshop. It also comes with a PowerPoint and references. There is a quiz at the end to ensure viewing and required by all CE approval organizations.
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• Investment: $120 (provides lifetime access!)
• Presented by: Anne Bartolucci, Ph.D., D.B.S.M. (see bio below)
• Date of Recording: November 20, 2026
• Instruction Level: Introductory
• Target Audience: Psychologists, Counselors, Social Workers, Marriage & Family Therapists
• This workshop is not yet available; by pre-registering, you will receive immediate access when it becomes available in December.

Learning Objectives:

After completing this workshop in its entirety, you will be able to:

• Discuss the basic science of sleep and dispel myths that might be interfering with clients’ sleep.
• Discuss the main components of cognitive-behavioral treatment for insomnia and demonstrate the application of CBT-I principles to different types of insomnia clients through case studies.
• Demonstrate treatment tweaks that have worked when clinicians get stuck with CBT-I.
• Outline the most common sleep disorders, how they present in non-medical clinical practice, and how they could potentially interfere with the treatment of insomnia and psychological disorders such as depression.
• Assess recent approaches to insomnia treatment, such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Insomnia, and how they can be integrated into a CBT-I practice.

Workshop Description:

How did you sleep last night? If you had trouble, you’re not alone.

Did you know that chronic insomnia is a common disorder that will strike up to 30% of the population and does not discriminate by gender, race, or socioeconomic status?

Although cognitive-behavioral treatment for insomnia (CBT-I) is a first-line treatment recommendation, certified practitioners can be difficult to find, as are training opportunities. Come learn the basics of CBT-I and how to overcome common treatment roadblocks from an insomnia specialist with two decades of experience and, she’s been told, a great sense of humor, so she won’t put you to sleep.

Workshop Agenda:

• Discuss the Basic Science of Sleep (25 mins)
  • Describe sleep architecture and processes
  • Discuss common misconceptions people have about sleep
  • Compare “normal” sleep for adolescents, adults, and older adults
• Describe the Main Components of Cognitive Behavioral Treatment for Insomnia (CBT-I) (95 mins)
  • Define diagnostic criteria for insomnia disorder, including chronicity, symptom presentation, and specifiers.
  • Describe common etiological and perpetuating factors associated with chronic insomnia.
  • Identify appropriate formal and informal assessment tools used to evaluate insomnia and its impact.
  • Explain current treatment guidelines and evidence-based recommendations for CBT-I.
  • Compare the effects and limitations of pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions, including sleep hygiene, medication, and complementary approaches.
  • Illustrate the application of multicomponent CBT-I strategies, including stimulus control, sleep restriction, sleep compression, and relaxation training.
  • Recognize dysfunctional beliefs about sleep and apply cognitive restructuring techniques to address them.
  • Discuss special considerations in treating insomnia during global stressors, such as the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Discuss Main Sleep Disorders and Intersection of Sleep and Psychopathology (80 mins)
  • Describe the bidirectional relationship between sleep and psychological disorders.
  • Summarize the diagnostic criteria, prevalence, and treatment considerations for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).
  • Explain the concept of comorbid insomnia and OSA (COMISA) and discuss its clinical implications.
  • Distinguish among subtypes of circadian rhythm sleep-wake disorders and their ICD-10 classifications.
  • Differentiate parasomnias such as non-REM arousal disorders and nightmare disorder based on diagnostic criteria and clinical presentation.
  • Recognize the diagnostic criteria and clinical implications of restless legs syndrome.
  • Identify overlapping symptoms between sleep disorders and mood, anxiety, and trauma-related disorders.
  • Discuss the impact of psychiatric medications on sleep architecture and treatment adherence.
  • Analyze the relationship between ADHD and sleep disturbances, including shared mechanisms and implications for treatment.
  • Apply clinical insights into tailoring CBT-I for individuals with comorbid psychiatric conditions.
• Consider How to Overcome Common CBT-I Treatment Challenges (65 mins)
  • Identify common patient profiles that present challenges to standard CBT-I protocols (e.g., commuters, adolescents, and shift workers).
  • Describe strategies for increasing adherence to behavioral interventions in clients resistant to sleep diaries or bedtime restrictions.
  • Apply clinical reasoning to address specific barriers such as excessive screen use, medication-related hangover effects, and bed lingering.
  • Develop flexible treatment adaptations while maintaining fidelity to core CBT-I principles.
  • Evaluate potential indicators for referral to sleep specialists or other providers when CBT-I progress is limited.
  • Discuss specific cases to illustrate previous point, practice case conceptualization, and generate treatment strategies.
• Compare Recent Approaches to Insomnia Treatment (i.e., Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) (35 mins)
  • Describe the principles of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Insomnia (ACT-I) and how they differ from traditional CBT-I strategies.
  • Summarize the role of psychological inflexibility and experiential avoidance in maintaining insomnia.
  • Identify common therapist challenges in applying third-wave approaches such as ACT, including nonattachment to sleep outcomes.
  • Explain the structure and key components of the Transdiagnostic Sleep and Circadian Intervention (Trans-C), including core, cross-cutting, and optional modules.
  • Compare and contrast traditional CBT-I with ACT and Trans-C in terms of goals, process, and therapeutic stance.
  • Discuss considerations for integrating ACT and Trans-C elements into an existing CBT-I practice based on case conceptualization.
  • Recognize potential patient and therapist barriers to third-wave or transdiagnostic approaches, including cultural and logistical factors.

Presented by: Anne Bartolucci, Ph.D., D.B.S.M.

Anne Bartolucci, Ph.D., D.B.S.M., is a licensed psychologist and board-certified behavioral sleep medicine specialist. She began her career as the clinical director of a sleep disorders center and went on to found Atlanta Insomnia & Behavioral Health Services, P.C. in 2008. Dr. Bartolucci is a sought-after speaker and conference panelist and has taught workshops and courses for organizations including the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, the Atlanta School of Sleep Medicine, the Georgia Association of Sleep Professionals, and the Georgia Psychological Association.

In addition to her clinical and teaching work, Dr. Bartolucci is the author of Better Sleep for the Overachiever, a self-development book written for those who want to go beyond the traditional sleep advice and figure out how what happens during the day affects their sleep at night.

5 "Asynchronous" CE Hours Included - Details by License Type Below:

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