Overcome Insomnia with the Night Owl Sleep Coach App

Introducing an innovative self-help method to combat insomnia through the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in a mobile application. The Night Owl Sleep Coach offers educational resources in the form of reading materials and video presentations created by a psychologist and expert in behavioral sleep medicine.

Personalized Recommendations


Utilizing sleep logs, the app provides tailored recommendations to improve your sleep quality. As you progress through the program, daily tasks are required. Please note that this is not a quick-fix solution; it demands a significant investment of time and effort. The program spans 56 days, although many users report improvements before completing the full duration.

Proven Effectiveness


The effectiveness of the Night Owl Sleep Coach app was evaluated in a recent study, with results presented at the Sleep 2018 conference. The findings indicated that the app is beneficial for individuals suffering from insomnia. Users who completed the program reported the best outcomes.


For more detailed information, you can read the study here.

Understanding Insomnia


Do you struggle with insomnia? Insomnia is characterized by difficulties in falling asleep or returning to sleep after waking during the night, which can significantly impair daytime functioning. It affects up to 30% of the population and is often misunderstood.

Common Misconceptions


Many healthcare providers are familiar only with basic sleep hygiene practices, which typically include:



  • Avoiding caffeine before bedtime

  • Getting out of bed if unable to sleep


However, these recommendations alone lack substantial scientific backing as effective treatments for insomnia. The most successful approach involves a multi-component cognitive behavioral method, commonly known as CBT-I.

Access to Treatment


Unfortunately, access to trained providers is limited, making in-person treatment challenging. While in-person therapy may be the most effective, a self-guided approach can also yield positive results. If you're interested in consulting a specialist, you can find a list of behavioral sleep providers experienced in CBT-I at this link.

Self-Guided Approach


If you do not have a specialist nearby or prefer to start with a self-guided method, the Night Owl Sleep Coach app can be instrumental in helping you overcome your insomnia. Based on the latest sleep science, the app will guide you through a step-by-step process to rehabilitate your sleep.

Are You a Candidate?


Please take the following survey to assess your eligibility for this treatment approach:



  1. Does it take you longer than 30 minutes to fall asleep at night?

  2. Are you awake for more than 30 minutes during the night?

  3. Do you wake too early in the morning and struggle to fall back asleep?

  4. Do you have difficulty getting to sleep at your desired time?

  5. Have you been diagnosed with bipolar disorder or a seizure disorder?


If you answered yes to any of questions 1-4 and no to question 5, you may benefit from this program. If you answered yes to question 5, please consult your physician regarding your candidacy for CBT-I or seek a behavioral sleep specialist in your area.