Become a Certified Sleep Coach
Evidence-informed CBT-I, hypnotherapy techniques and The STILL Method, combined into one accredited training for helping adults overcome insomnia and sleep difficulty. Live on Zoom or self-paced online.
Most people with insomnia are given advice, not a method
Sleep hygiene tips and a prescription rarely shift chronic insomnia. CBT-I does, and it is the first-line treatment recommended by the NHS and clinical guidelines worldwide. This training teaches you to deliver it, alongside the nervous system work that keeps anxious sleepers awake.
Work with chronic insomnia
Help clients with long-term insomnia, sleep anxiety and disrupted sleep using CBT-I techniques combined with The STILL Method's anxiety framework.
Dual accreditation
ACCPH and IPHM accredited certification in sleep coaching and CBT-I, recognised across health, wellbeing and private practice.
Add a specialism
Therapist, teacher, coach or new to the field, this adds a sought-after specialism you can use in clinical or non-clinical settings.
Evidence-informed
Studies comparing CBT-I with medication such as zopiclone show CBT-I matches or outperforms it for long-term results, with benefits that last beyond treatment.
"So much knowledge in two days. I especially loved how you showed us how to run a whole sleep programme, what to include each week."
Njoki, Sleep CoachChoose the cohort that works for you
Two full days on Zoom, 9.30am to 2.30pm each day. The weekend cohort runs Saturday and Sunday. Weekday cohorts run on two consecutive Tuesdays.
November cohort
Live on Zoom, 9.30am to 2.30pm
January cohort
Live on Zoom, 9.30am to 2.30pm
March cohort
Live on Zoom, 9.30am to 2.30pm
What you will learn
Sleep science, CBT-I, hypnotherapy for sleep, The STILL Method and professional practice, taught as one coherent approach.
Sleep science foundations
- Sleep architecture and cycles
- Circadian rhythm regulation
- Sleep hygiene principles
- Common sleep disorders
- Sleep across the lifespan
CBT-I techniques
- Cognitive restructuring for sleep
- Stimulus control
- Sleep restriction protocols
- Relaxation training
- Sleep diary analysis
Hypnotherapy for sleep
- Deep relaxation inductions
- Sleep-focused scripts
- Anchor techniques
- Progressive muscle relaxation
- Guided imagery for sleep
The STILL Method in sleep work
- The anxiety and sleep connection
- Emotional safety principles
- Fear-based sleep avoidance
- Regulation techniques
- Somatic approaches
Professional practice
- Client assessment
- Session structure and planning
- Case studies
- Ethics and scope of practice
- When to refer onwards
The Restful Reboot programme
- Ready-to-deliver multi-week programme
- Session plans and scripts
- Client materials and homework
- Assessment tools
- Use from your first client onwards
Why CBT-I
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia is the first-line treatment for chronic insomnia recommended by the NHS and clinical guidelines worldwide. Research shows it:
- Reduces the time it takes to fall asleep
- Reduces night-time waking
- Improves total sleep time and sleep quality
- Matches or outperforms medication such as zopiclone for long-term results
- Produces improvements that last after treatment ends
The Restful Reboot programme combines CBT-I with hypnotherapy, The STILL Method for anxiety and a personalised sleep plan, so you are working with the whole picture rather than one piece of it.
Everything you need to start practising
Full training materials
All course content, video lessons, presentations, worksheets and reference material, with lifetime access.
Mentoring during training
Personalised support with opportunities for questions, guidance and feedback as you learn.
Ready-to-use programme
The complete multi-week Restful Reboot sleep coaching programme with session plans, scripts and client materials.
Dual accreditation
ACCPH and IPHM accredited certification in sleep coaching and CBT-I.
Practitioner community
Access to The STILL Method coach network with ongoing resources, support and professional development.
No mandatory extras
Everything you need to begin practising after certification, with no additional requirements or compulsory fees.
Sleep and loss
Sleep is often disrupted by life's hardest moments. If you support people through bereavement, the Life After Loss grief coach training pairs naturally with this course, and both are included in the Training Pass.
£295. Two ways to train, one qualification.
Both routes cover the same content and lead to the same ACCPH and IPHM accredited certification. Klarna is available at checkout.
Two-day live training
Same price on every cohort
- Two full days live on Zoom
- Interactive group learning
- Live question time with Stuart
- Demonstrations and peer practice
- Immediate feedback
Online at your own pace
Start today
- Start immediately
- Learn at your own speed
- Lifetime course access
- Same content and certification
- Join live mentoring calls when ready
Included in the Training Pass: every STILL Method certification for £2,100.
Frequently asked questions
What is sleep coaching?
A structured approach to helping people improve their sleep using CBT-I, relaxation techniques and lifestyle adjustment. Unlike medical treatment, sleep coaching focuses on building routines and tools clients can apply in daily life.
When does the training run?
Three live cohorts are open: Tuesdays 17 and 24 November 2026, Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 January 2027, and Tuesdays 2 and 9 March 2027. All run 9.30am to 2.30pm on Zoom. The self-paced route starts whenever you do.
How much does it cost?
£295, the same on every cohort and on the self-paced route. Klarna is available at checkout. The course is also included in the Training Pass.
Do I need to complete other STILL Method courses first?
No. This training stands alone. Many practitioners go on to add other certifications, and the Training Pass covers all of them.
Is the course accredited?
Yes. The Restful Reboot Practitioner training is accredited by ACCPH and IPHM.
Do I need to be a therapist?
No. The training is open to teachers, carers, therapists, coaches and people changing career. Everything you need is taught on the course, with no prior clinical experience required.
What is the difference between live and self-paced?
Both cover the same content and lead to the same certification. Live training gives you two days of real-time teaching, demonstration and feedback on Zoom. Self-paced lets you start immediately and work through the material in your own time with lifetime access.
What happens after I qualify?
You can begin working with clients straight away using the programme and materials provided. You can join The STILL Method coach network for ongoing support, or practise independently. Many practitioners add sleep coaching to an existing role or build a private practice around it.
How effective is CBT-I compared with medication?
Studies comparing CBT-I with medication such as zopiclone show that CBT-I matches or exceeds it for sleep quality, with benefits that persist after treatment ends. CBT-I works on the causes of insomnia rather than the symptom.
Ready to train as a sleep coach?
Join STILL Method practitioners using evidence-informed sleep coaching in private practice, healthcare and community settings.
Questions about the training? train@thestillmethod.org