Welcome to the Good Sleep Blog

by Melissa O’Shea, Ph.D. 

Dr. Melissa is a sleep coach and counsellor who specialises in helping adults with insomnia to improve their sleep.

Why Good Sleepers Still Need Good Sleep Habits

Not everyone who struggles with sleep has always been a poor sleeper. Sure, some people say they have struggled their whole life. But others are naturally good sleepers who one day just stop being able to sleep. It’s like a switch has flipped, and this switch, which they normally can flip to SLEEP DEEPLY every night, suddenly turns faulty.

How Can I Fix My Sleep Problem?

I have been working with people to improve their sleep for almost a decade. This process has taught me that no matter what you might think, there are no hopeless cases. YOU might think you are a poor sleeper for life, but that can be changed! Good sleep is our birthright and essential to a healthy mind and body. I have had many clients coming to me feeling like they have tried everything.

Why Can't I Sleep?

These days, everyone and his dog seems to have a suggestion for improving your sleep. The reality is, however, when you have insomnia —chronic or long-term difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep—even medical sleep specialists find it difficult to treat.