Your patients aren't sleeping. CBT-I is an evidence-based solution.
Dale Decker, LCSW provides Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) to patients across Wisconsin. Accepting referrals from primary care physicians, psychologists, and therapists statewide.
What problems can CBT-I treat?
- Trouble falling asleep
- Waking up multiple times each night
- Waking up much earlier than desired
- Feeling unrested and tired
- Worry about getting enough sleep
It doesn’t matter sleep problems have been present for a few months or several years, improvements are usually seen within a few weeks. Most people can also reduce or eliminate sleep medications (with help from a prescriber) that can cause side effects and may stop working after a short period of time. People who have begun treatment for anxiety, depression, or even PTSD but continue to have difficulty sleeping can also benefit greatly from CBT-I.
Please note that extra caution must be taken with patients who have sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome, bipolar disorder, epilepsy, or other medical problems. These issues don’t necessarily prevent participation in CBT-I therapy but additional assessments or treatment modifications may be necessary.
30 years of experience
I've been a licensed clinical social worker for 30 years right here in Madison, WI. I have over 30 hours of training in the latest techniques in insomnia treatment.
How referrals work
Call to consult
You can give me a call at 608-345-1349 so we can discuss your patient's needs.
If you prefer, you can give your patient my number and I will do a screening before contacting you (if your patient gives me permission).
Your patient gets prompt intake
You can expect your patient to be seen within 14 days of our first contact. Time is of the essence for a successful referral. If your patient is motivated to begin, inital appointments are always available.
You stay in the loop
With patient consent, I provide progress updates to ensure care remains coordinated.
FAQ
Do you accept insurance?
Definitely, this is a covered service under most policies. Common insurers I work with are: Dean, Quartz, GHC, The Alliance, Anthem, Medicare, and Medicaid but this list is not exhaustive.
Patients may also pay for your therapy out-of-pocket if they prefer. The time limited nature of this therapy makes it affordable and costs are known up front.
What is the length of CBT-I?
Only 4-6 sessions are needed over the course of two months for most people. Patients spend about 3 minutes per day upon waking to complete a sleep log that will guide treatment. Educational materials teach your patient how the sleep cycle works and what they can do to fall asleep faster, stop waking up, and feel more refreshed in the morning. The majority of people start to feel better after just two weeks.
Sessions can be done either in person at my office in Madison, WI, or via telehealth (patients must be located in Wisconsin at the time of service).