SCIENCEWORKS
BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE
Edited and reviewed:
June 10, 2026
Reviewed by:
Complete Care for all Neurotypes
Therapy | Assessments | Coaching
NEURODIVERGENT SLEEP CARE
CBT-I for insomnia with ADHD or autism in Tennessee
CBT-I adapted for ADHD and autistic adults and teens whose minds won’t power down — with licensed Tennessee clinicians by secure telehealth statewide.
Your brain gets loudest right when you try to sleep
IS THIS RIGHT FOR YOUR SLEEP?
It may fit if any of this sounds like you
CBT-I adapted for ADHD and autistic brains, concrete and sensory-aware
Weekly telehealth with a neurodivergent-affirming Tennessee clinician
A routine that flexes with executive function, not a rigid willpower plan
Licensed Providers
Telehealth Nationwide*
Neuro-affirming
Private & Secure
HOW IT WORKS
How CBT-I adapts for ADHD and autistic sleep
For a lot of ADHD and autistic people, sleep is hard for real reasons: a mind that gets loudest at night, a body clock that runs late, and routines that never quite stick. Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) is the first-line treatment for chronic insomnia, and it works best here when it’s adapted to how a neurodivergent brain actually runs.
With your clinician you build concrete, sensory-aware wind-downs, a sleep window that flexes with executive-function realities, and stimulus control that doesn’t depend on perfect willpower. At ScienceWorks we blend CBT-I with CBT and ACT skills, adapt for ADHD and autism, and skip the generic sleep-hygiene handout that has never worked for you.
KEY STATISTICS ABOUT CBT-I AND SLEEP
1 in 3
of U.S. adults report at least one symptom of insomnia
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Up to 80%
of people with insomnia improve with CBT-I
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1st-line
recommended for chronic insomnia, ahead of sleep medication
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WHAT TO EXPECT
A sleep plan that fits how you’re wired
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Free 15-minute consult.
We learn how your brain and your nights actually work — no pressure.
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Adapted CBT-I by secure telehealth statewide, or in person in Nashville.
You’re paired with a Tennessee clinician who works with neurodivergent clients.
Matched with an affirming 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
Affirming, specialized, clinically reviewed
Your CBT-I care is delivered by licensed Tennessee providers with specialized training in behavioral sleep medicine and cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia. We adapt CBT-I for ADHD and autistic clients, keep care neurodivergent-affirming, and clinically review every plan.
Dr. Kiesa Kelly (she/her)
Owner & Psychologist
Ryan Burns (he/him)
Practice Director
WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE SCIENCEWORKS
Neurodivergent-affirming sleep care
Because we’re independent and out-of-network, your care follows what works for your brain — not the session limits an insurer sets.
You work with a clinician trained in CBT-I who adapts it for ADHD and autism, not a generic app or a sleep-hygiene handout you’ve already failed.
Care is genuinely neurodivergent-affirming — by secure telehealth statewide, with in-person visits at our Nashville office when you prefer them.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Common questions
Is CBT-I available online or only in person?
ScienceWorks provides CBT-I by secure telehealth to adults and teens across Tennessee, and in person at our Nashville office if you prefer. Meeting online from your own space is often easier on sensory and routine needs; in-person in Nashville is available on request.
Does CBT-I really work for ADHD or autistic sleep?
Yes. CBT-I is adapted for ADHD and autistic clients with concrete, sensory-aware steps and a routine that flexes with executive function — not a rigid checklist. We work with how your brain runs, instead of expecting it to run like everyone else’s.
How long does CBT-I take, and is medication required?
Most people notice change within a few weeks, at a pace that fits you. CBT-I works without sleep medication, and we review fees and any out-of-network reimbursement before you commit to ongoing sessions.
*Therapy and assessments available in the following states (coaching available worldwide):
Work with us locally:
AL, AZ, AR, 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
2603 Elm Hill Pike, Suite C
Nashville, TN 37214
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. 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.