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Edited and reviewed:
June 10, 2026
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CBT-I FOR BETTER SLEEP
CBT-I for insomnia in Tennessee
Evidence-based CBT-I for chronic insomnia — a drug-free, lasting way to fall asleep faster and stay asleep, by secure telehealth anywhere in Tennessee.
You can't fall asleep even when you're exhausted
IS CBT-I RIGHT FOR YOU?
You might be a good fit if this rings true
A structured CBT-I program, not one more list of sleep-hygiene tips
Weekly telehealth sessions with a clinician trained in CBT-I
A short, goal-based plan most people finish in just a handful of sessions
Licensed Providers
Telehealth Nationwide*
Neuro-affirming
Private & Secure
HOW CBT-I WORKS
What CBT-I is, and why it outlasts sleeping pills
Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) is the first-line, evidence-based treatment for chronic insomnia — and unlike a sleeping pill, it fixes the patterns that keep sleep broken rather than masking them for a night. Most people finish in a handful of structured sessions and keep the gains long after.
It works on three fronts. Stimulus control rebuilds the link between your bed and sleep, so lying there frustrated stops training your brain to stay awake. Sleep scheduling briefly tightens your time in bed to rebuild a strong sleep drive, then expands it as sleep consolidates. And cognitive work defuses the worry about sleep itself — the clock-watching and catastrophizing that keep the nervous system switched on. We tailor each piece to your sleep, your history, and the life around it.
KEY STATISTICS ABOUT CBT-I AND INSOMNIA
12%
of U.S. adults are diagnosed with chronic insomnia
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1st-line
the first-line treatment recommended for chronic insomnia
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41%
reach lasting remission with CBT-I, vs 28% on sleep meds
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WHAT TO EXPECT
Easy to begin, structured week to week
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Free 15-minute consult.
We hear what your nights look like and answer questions — no pressure.
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Structured sessions over secure video, from anywhere in Tennessee.
You're paired with a clinician who does CBT-I day in and day out.
Matched with a CBT-I clinician.
Weekly telehealth sessions.
Payment options
As a specialty practice, we're out-of-network so we can offer the most effective, customized services.
Our payment options are transparent and flexible:
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Self-Pay: All major credit cards; FAS/HSA eligible
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Payment Plans: 6-months interest-free for approved clients via CareCredit
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Superbills Provided
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Out-of-Network: Up to 90% reimbursement for qualifying plans
WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH
Licensed, sleep-focused, clinically reviewed
Your CBT-I is delivered by licensed Tennessee clinicians with focused training in cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia and the anxiety, OCD, and trauma that so often disrupt sleep. Care is supervised and clinically reviewed — you work with a specialist, not a generalist.
Dr. Kiesa Kelly (she/her)
Owner & Psychologist
Ryan Burns (he/him)
Practice Director
WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE SCIENCEWORKS
Specialist sleep care, not generic advice
Because we're independent and out-of-network, your plan follows the evidence and your goals — not a session limit set by an insurer.
You work with a clinician who delivers CBT-I regularly and tailors it to your sleep pattern — not a primary-care handout or a sleep app.
Every plan is supervised and clinically reviewed, and delivered by secure telehealth to adults across Tennessee.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Common questions
Is CBT-I done online or in person?
CBT-I at ScienceWorks is delivered entirely online by secure telehealth, to adults located in Tennessee during sessions. There is no in-person option — you take part from home, which removes travel as a barrier and lets you practice new sleep habits in your own bed.
How is CBT-I different from a sleeping pill?
A pill can sedate you for a night but doesn't change why sleep is broken. CBT-I retrains the habits and thoughts that drive insomnia, which is why guidelines put it first and why the gains tend to last after treatment ends.
How many sessions will I need, and what does it cost?
Many people see real change in a handful of sessions — CBT-I is usually shorter than open-ended therapy. We go over fees, scheduling, and any out-of-network reimbursement before you commit to ongoing care.
*Therapy and assessments available in the following states (coaching available worldwide):
AL, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, ID, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, ME, MD, MI, MN, MS, MO, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NC, ND, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WV, WI, WY
Disclaimer: This page provides general educational information and is not a substitute for mental health diagnosis or treatment. Reading this page does not create a therapist–client relationship with ScienceWorks Behavioral Healthcare. S If you are in crisis or may be at risk of harm to yourself or others, call 911, go to your nearest emergency room, or call/text 988 (U.S.). Additional emergency support can be found here: Emergency Resources.