Sleep Matters

Sleep Matters We help people sleep better and live better by offering treatment for common sleep disorders such as insomnia. West Perth, Como, & online.

Book an appointment or visit our website for information on improving sleep and wellbeing. Insomnia treatment clinic in West Perth & Como. We also assist with nightmares, body clock disturbance, shift workers, and daytime tiredness

Sleep apnoea is a common but often under-recognised sleep disorder that can significantly impact both sleep quality and ...
28/05/2026

Sleep apnoea is a common but often under-recognised sleep disorder that can significantly impact both sleep quality and daytime functioning.

While it’s normal to feel tired from time to time, ongoing symptoms such as loud snoring, gasping or choking during sleep, frequent awakenings, morning headaches, or persistent daytime fatigue may be signs that your breathing is being disrupted overnight.

Because these symptoms can develop gradually, many people don’t realise there may be an underlying sleep issue contributing to their poor rest and low energy.

If you’re noticing these signs, it may be worth seeking further assessment and support. Early identification and treatment can make a meaningful difference to both sleep and overall health.

👉 You can check via a free online screening tool called the STOP-BANG. If you're at high risk, discuss with your GP.

As the weather cools down, it can be tempting to let our usual sleep routines shift too. Shorter days, darker mornings, ...
27/05/2026

As the weather cools down, it can be tempting to let our usual sleep routines shift too. Shorter days, darker mornings, colder nights and changes in motivation can all affect when we wake, how we wind down, and how settled our sleep feels.

A few small habits can help keep your sleep routine on track: Keep your wake-up time consistent, Get morning light where you can, Warm up before bed, rather than relying on extra heating overnight, Create a gentle wind-down routine that helps your body prepare for sleep.

Small, steady routines can make a meaningful difference, especially as the seasons change.

Sleep and pain can often influence each other.Pain can make it harder to fall asleep, stay asleep, or feel rested in the...
25/05/2026

Sleep and pain can often influence each other.

Pain can make it harder to fall asleep, stay asleep, or feel rested in the morning. Poor sleep can also make pain feel harder to manage, creating a frustrating cycle over time.

In our latest blog, Jay Lee explores the connection between sleep and pain, and why supporting sleep can be an important part of overall wellbeing.

Read the blog here: https://www.sleepmattersperth.com.au/chronic-pain-and-sleep-why-pain-keeps-you-awake-and-what-helps/

Accessing support for sleep doesn’t have to mean travelling to an appointment or rearranging your entire day.Our telehea...
21/05/2026

Accessing support for sleep doesn’t have to mean travelling to an appointment or rearranging your entire day.

Our telehealth appointments make it easier to connect with a psychologist from the comfort of your own home, while still receiving evidence-based care for sleep difficulties and insomnia.

Whether you’re struggling to fall asleep, staying asleep, or feeling the ongoing impact of poor rest on your mood and energy, telehealth allows you to access structured, effective support in a way that fits your routine.

Sleep support should be accessible, flexible, and consistent - wherever you are.

Knowing how to claim a rebate for psychology sessions can feel confusing, especially if you are not sure which option ap...
20/05/2026

Knowing how to claim a rebate for psychology sessions can feel confusing, especially if you are not sure which option applies to you.

There are two main ways people may be able to claim a rebate:

Medicare, with a Mental Health Care Plan referral from your GP or psychiatrist, or private health insurance, depending on your level of cover.

You cannot claim both Medicare and private health for the same session, and there will usually still be a gap fee.

For Sleep Matters appointments, please note that a sleep physician referral does not qualify for a Medicare rebate.

Not sure where to start? Our friendly reception team can talk you through what may apply to your appointment.

Contact us on 6107 6828.

Getting to know Jay Lee 🌙Jay is a Clinical Psychologist Registrar who works with adults, offering a warm, empathic and s...
18/05/2026

Getting to know Jay Lee 🌙

Jay is a Clinical Psychologist Registrar who works with adults, offering a warm, empathic and steady approach to therapy.

In this post, Jay shares a little more about what working with him feels like, one tip he often shares with clients, and life outside the clinic.

Swipe through to get to know Jay a little better.

To book an appointment with Jay, please contact our friendly reception team on (08) 6107 6828.

14/05/2026

We’re accepting new clients.

“Why am I so tired but can’t sleep?” It’s one of the most common - and frustrating sleep experiences that we see in the ...
14/05/2026

“Why am I so tired but can’t sleep?” It’s one of the most common - and frustrating sleep experiences that we see in the clinic.

Feeling exhausted but wide awake at night is often described as being “tired but wired.” It doesn’t mean your body has forgotten how to sleep. More often, it reflects a mismatch between your natural sleep drive and a heightened state of alertness that makes it hard to switch off.

The good news is that this cycle is well understood and highly treatable. Sleep often improves not by trying harder, but by reducing the pressure and patterns that keep the mind alert at night.

In this blog, we explore why the “tired but wired” pattern happens, what may be keeping it going, and practical, evidence-based ways to help restore more natural sleep.

👉 Click the link to read today: https://www.sleepmattersperth.com.au/tired-but-wired-at-night-why-you-feel-exhausted-but-cant-sleep/

Poor sleep can happen to anyone, especially during periods of stress, illness, travel, or big life changes. For many peo...
13/05/2026

Poor sleep can happen to anyone, especially during periods of stress, illness, travel, or big life changes. For many people, sleep improves again once the stress has passed. But when sleep difficulties continue for months, happen several nights a week, or start affecting your mood, energy, concentration, or daily functioning, it may be a sign of insomnia.

The good news is that insomnia is treatable. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia, or CBT-I, is a psychological treatment that helps address the patterns that can keep insomnia going, including worry about sleep, night-time alertness, and changes in sleep-wake behaviour.

If you’re unsure whether your sleep difficulties are temporary or something more ongoing, our team can help you work through what may be contributing.

Mother’s Day can be a time to celebrate care, connection, and everything that goes into supporting others, often day in ...
10/05/2026

Mother’s Day can be a time to celebrate care, connection, and everything that goes into supporting others, often day in and day out.

It’s also a gentle reminder that looking after yourself matters too. Rest, support, and moments to recharge aren’t indulgent - they’re essential for your wellbeing.

Today, we acknowledge all the different experiences this day can hold, and extend care to those who may find it complex or difficult.

Wishing a calm, restful day to all who are celebrating, remembering, or simply taking a moment for themselves.

If you’ve been struggling with sleep, you may have heard of CBT-I - but what exactly is it?The treatment with the strong...
30/04/2026

If you’ve been struggling with sleep, you may have heard of CBT-I - but what exactly is it?

The treatment with the strongest evidence for insomnia isn’t a medication. It’s Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), a structured, evidence-based approach that targets the underlying causes of sleep difficulties. CBT-I works by changing the behaviours and thought patterns that keep insomnia going, helping to reset your sleep system so you can fall asleep more easily, stay asleep longer, and feel more rested during the day.

Clinical psychologists are trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, but our team has additional training in behavioural sleep medicine and CBT-I, allowing us to provide specialised, evidence-based care for persistent sleep problems.

CBT-I is recommended internationally as the first-line treatment for chronic insomnia and has been shown to produce long-lasting improvements without the side effects associated with sleeping medication.

If poor sleep has become the norm, support is available - and better sleep is possible.

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Perth, WA
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