Insomnia is a condition that affects every aspect of life, from mental health and mood to energy levels, productivity, and overall well-being. If you are experiencing persistent difficulties falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up feeling unrefreshed, seeking private insomnia treatment can provide fast, effective relief.
At Private Psychiatry, we offer specialist assessment and treatment for sleep disorders, including chronic insomnia, circadian rhythm disorder, nightmares and more. Our multidisciplinary team of clinicians works with patients across the UK, offering personalised, evidence-based interventions that address both the symptoms and the underlying causes of insomnia.
Insomnia is more than just a few bad nights of sleep. Clinically, it refers to persistent difficulties with initiating or maintaining sleep that cause significant distress or impair daytime functioning. Insomnia can be short-term (acute) or long-lasting (chronic), and it often occurs alongside other mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, or ADHD.
People with insomnia may:
In many cases, insomnia becomes a self-reinforcing cycle: the more a person struggles to sleep, the more anxious or frustrated they become, which further disrupts their ability to rest. Breaking this cycle requires a structured, comprehensive treatment plan tailored to the individual.
Private insomnia treatment offers several advantages over standard NHS pathways, particularly if you are seeking fast access, personalised care, or support for more complex presentations.
At Private Psychiatry, our approach includes:
Our service is suitable for adults experiencing chronic insomnia, shift work-related sleep difficulties, circadian rhythm disorders, restless legs syndrome, nightmares, parasomnia or insomnia linked to stress, trauma, or ADHD.
Every treatment journey begins with a comprehensive sleep assessment, which forms the foundation for effective care. During this initial consultation, your psychiatrist will:
You can learn more about this first step on our dedicated Sleep Assessment page.
The cornerstone of treatment at Private Psychiatry is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), the most effective long-term treatment for chronic insomnia. CBT-I is recommended as the first-line intervention by both NICE and international sleep medicine guidelines.
CBT-I involves addressing the thoughts and behaviours that maintain poor sleep, including:
In addition to CBT-I, we may recommend:
Each treatment plan is reviewed and adjusted according to the patient’s progress and preferences.
Sleep problems rarely occur in isolation. Our clinical team frequently works with patients who experience insomnia alongside:
Because our clinicians are medically trained and experienced in diagnosing and treating complex presentations, we offer integrated care that addresses all relevant aspects of your health, not just your sleep symptoms.
You may benefit from private insomnia treatment if:
We offer both face-to-face consultations at our London clinics and remote appointments available throughout the UK via secure video.
Effective, long-term relief from insomnia is possible with the right support. At Private Psychiatry, we treat insomnia as a serious health issue requiring professional intervention, not just lifestyle advice.
We help our patients:
If you’re ready to begin, you can start with a private sleep assessment today. Our team is here to guide you through every stage of your recovery.
Private insomnia treatment begins with a detailed sleep assessment conducted by a sleep medicine specialist. This includes a review of your sleep history, lifestyle, mental and physical health, and any contributing factors. Based on this assessment, a personalised treatment plan is developed, often including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), relaxation training, and, where appropriate, a review of sleep-related medications.
Appointments are typically available within a few days. One of the key advantages of private treatment is rapid access to experienced specialists, allowing you to begin addressing your sleep difficulties without delay.
Not necessarily. While medication can sometimes play a short-term role in managing severe sleep disruption, most long-term improvements come from non-medication approaches such as CBT-I. Our clinicians will discuss the best treatment strategy for your situation, including whether medication is helpful, needs adjusting, or can be gradually reduced.
Yes. We offer secure, confidential remote consultations via video for patients across the UK. This allows you to access expert care from the comfort of your home, with the same high standard of personalised treatment as our in-person appointments.
Booking is simple and does not require a referral. You can visit our Sleep Assessment page to request an appointment, or contact our team directly by phone or email. A member of our administrative team will guide you through the next steps.
