Finally Sleep and Wake Up Rested
CBT-I Therapy for Sleep and Insomnia in Bentonville, AR and Throughout Arkansas
You've done everything right. You're still not sleeping.
You’ve tried melatonin. You’ve tried the magnesium, the sleep apps, the “perfect bedtime routine.” Maybe you’ve even tried prescription sleep medication. And you’re still lying awake at night, watching the clock change while your brain replays every thought it can find.
You’re not broken. Your brain has learned sleep habits that aren’t working, and it can unlearn them.
CBT-I (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia) is the most researched treatment for chronic insomnia, and it works better than medication long-term. At Kin & Grove, I’m specifically trained in this protocol, and I help people go from dreading bedtime to actually sleeping again.
Working Together…
This isn’t generic sleep hygiene advice. It’s a structured, personalized program that retrains your brain and body to sleep, without pills, without dependency, and with results that last long after treatment ends.
Or Text/Call: 479-259-1109
You've done everything right. You're still not sleeping.
If you’ve caught yourself saying things like:
“My brain is spiraling. It’s like a computer with too many tabs open.”
“I’m exhausted but wired. My body wants sleep, but my system won’t settle.”
“I dread bedtime. The bedroom feels like a place where I fail.”
“I’ve tried everything (melatonin, magnesium, Ambien, sleep apps) and nothing sticks.”
“I feel like a zombie during the day. I’m running on caffeine and anxiety.”
“Is this just who I am? Am I just a bad sleeper?”
You’re not alone. Chronic insomnia affects 1 in 10 adults, and the average person struggles for 15 years before finding a treatment that actually works, not because they aren’t trying, but because the most effective treatment is the one almost nobody talks about. Only 15% of people have ever heard of CBT-I.
Why People Seek Sleep Therapy
Racing thoughts the moment your head hits the pillow. Replaying the day, planning tomorrow, worrying about things you can't control at midnight. Your body is exhausted, but your nervous system won't wind down. And the longer it goes on, the more anxious you get about sleep itself.
The Brain That Won’t Shut Off
Exhaustion That Follows You Everywhere
Brain fog, irritability, and difficulty concentrating. Relying on caffeine to get through the day and dreading what the night will bring. You can't recharge because you can't sleep, and you can't sleep because you're burned out.
Life Circumstances Making Sleep Harder
High-pressure careers, parenthood, anxiety, depression, ADHD, major transitions. Insomnia often starts during a hard season and stays long after that season ends. Something disrupted your sleep, and your brain never found its way back.
CBT-I for insomnia gives you more than tips; it gives you a structured system to retrain your brain and body to sleep, with results that actually stick.
What Is CBT-I? (And Why Haven’t You Heard of It?)
CBT-I (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia) is the gold standard treatment for chronic insomnia, recommended ahead of medication by the American College of Physicians, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, and the NIH. It's a specialized, structured protocol designed specifically to fix the patterns keeping you awake.
CBT-I works by targeting the actual mechanisms that perpetuate insomnia, not just the symptoms:
Sleep Restriction Therapy: Trains your body to actually want sleep again, so when you get into bed, sleep comes
Stimulus Control: Your bed has become a place where you lie awake and stress. CBT-I fixes that.
Cognitive Restructuring: Quiets the part of your brain that's so worried about not sleeping that it guarantees you won't
Sleep Diary Monitoring: Every week, we review your actual sleep data and make adjustments. Nothing is one-size-fits-all.
CBT-I produces improvement in 70-80% of chronic insomnia patients, with effects that continue to improve after treatment ends and remain stable for 24+ months.
CBT-I is a proven method to retrain your brain to sleep without pills or medicine.
Why People Work with Kelsey for Sleep Therapy
Specialized Training You Can Trust
I completed specialized CBT-I training through the University of Pennsylvania, one of the leading CBT-I training programs in the country. This matters because CBT-I requires precise implementation: the timing of sleep restriction adjustments, knowing when to modify the protocol, and understanding the clinical nuances that distinguish effective treatment from ineffective treatment.
I Know What Sleepless Feels Like
Before becoming a therapist, I worked in corporate, tech, startups, and retail, and I've personally struggled with sleep during seasons of high-pressure work, caregiving, and major life transitions. That lived experience shapes how I approach this work. I understand what it's like when your brain won't turn off, when you're running on empty but still expected to show up, and when sleep deprivation tangles with everything else in your life. I address your sleep and help you understand how it connects to the bigger picture.
Flexible Options That Fit Real Life
• In-person appointments at my Bentonville office, a calm, private space
• Virtual sessions from anywhere in Arkansas, no driving when you’re already exhausted
• Hybrid scheduling switches between virtual and in-person as your schedule changes
• Evening appointments available because sleep-deprived people don’t need another thing to schedule during the workday
Curated Science-Backed Structure
No suggestions to “just relax.” If you’ve been told to drink chamomile tea and put your phone in another room, you know that advice doesn’t fix chronic insomnia. CBT-I uses data from your own sleep diaries to make precise, weekly adjustments to your personalized sleep protocol. It’s structured, evidence-based, and tailored to you.
Peer Endorsements
“Kelsey is a true counseling professional. She cares about her work, her client's, and always strives to create a warm, welcoming, and rewarding therapeutic space. I fully endorse Kelsey's critical thinking, thoroughness, and compassion as a therapist.”
— Jesus C. Former Collegue“When you are in Kelsey's presence, you will know you are seen and heard. Kelsey has a way of making you feel like you have worked with her for years, even after the first session. You will be met with compassion and experience every step of your journey!”
— Margalena l. Former Collegue
Serving Clients Throughout Arkansas
I provide CBT-I and insomnia therapy for adults throughout Northwest Arkansas. Because CBT-I is available via telehealth, I also work with clients across the entire state of Arkansas. If you’re living in Arkansas, I can help.
Is CBT-I Right for You?
CBT-I is designed for adults with chronic insomnia, such as difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking too early, at least three nights a week for three months or more. It works whether insomnia is the main issue or tangled up with anxiety, depression, chronic pain, or other conditions.
I will complete a thorough screening before we start to make sure CBT-I is safe and appropriate for you. If it's not the right fit, I'll connect you with someone who can help.
For Partners & Family:
When Someone You Love Can’t Sleep
If you’re watching someone you care about unravel from insomnia (the irritability, the exhaustion, the withdrawal), you already know it affects more than just them. Insomnia impacts relationships, family dynamics, and household wellbeing.
Many families use HSA/FSA cards for sessions or consider CBT-I an investment in overall family wellbeing, because when one person finally sleeps, the positive impact ripples to those around them.
Here’s what to know:
• Chronic insomnia is a real medical condition, not a choice or a lack of discipline. Your loved one isn’t “not trying hard enough.”
• When someone says “I’ve tried everything,” they usually mean it. Most people haven’t heard of CBT-I or had trouble finding a provider.
• CBT-I is a short-term, structured program (typically 4-8 sessions) with measurable results. It’s not open-ended therapy; there’s a clear plan and a clear endpoint.
Frequently Asked Questions About Insomnia Therapy & CBT-I
-
CBT-I is a specialized, structured treatment protocol designed specifically for insomnia. It involves specific behavioral techniques like sleep restriction, stimulus control, and cognitive restructuring. These techniques are delivered in a data-driven format using your daily sleep diaries. Think of it less like traditional therapy and more like a training program for your brain.
-
Yes. CBT-I is the most researched and effective treatment for chronic insomnia. It produces improvement in ~70%+ of patients, and unlike sleep medication, the results actually continue to improve after treatment ends and remain stable for two or more years. The American College of Physicians, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, and the NIH all recommend CBT-I as the first-line treatment for chronic insomnia.
-
Most people complete CBT-I in 4–8 weekly sessions. Your first session is a 70-minute comprehensive intake, and follow-up sessions are typically ~50 minutes. Many clients start seeing measurable improvement by weeks 2–4.
-
The initial intake session (70 minutes) is $179. Follow-up sessions are $149 each. I accept HSA/FSA cards and can provide a superbill for out-of-network reimbursement. Many clients view CBT-I as one of the best investments they’ve made, it’s a fraction of the cost of years of supplements, medications, and lost productivity from poor sleep.
-
Absolutely. You can join sessions from anywhere in Arkansas.
-
Insomnia and anxiety frequently overlap, but they’re not the same thing. Many people develop insomnia during a stressful period, and even after the stress resolves, the insomnia persists because the brain has learned new sleep-disrupting habits. CBT-I targets those habits directly. If anxiety is also a factor, we address both, but treating anxiety alone may not fix insomnia.
-
I don’t bill insurance directly, but I can provide you with a superbill (a detailed receipt) to submit for out-of-network reimbursement if your plan covers it. Many clients use HSA/FSA cards to pay for sessions. A fee-for-service model means your treatment is between you and me, no insurance company determining how many sessions you “get.”
-
Yes. Insomnia and anxiety or depression frequently go hand in hand, and treating one often helps the other. CBT-I can work alongside your existing therapy; they target different things. CBT-I focuses specifically on the sleep-disrupting patterns and behaviors that keep insomnia going, even when the original trigger (stress, anxiety, a life transition) has passed. Many clients find that once their sleep improves, their anxiety and mood improve too. I'm happy to coordinate with your current therapist if that's helpful.
What to Expect in CBT-I Therapy
Complimentary ConsultationA free 15-minute conversation to talk about your sleep struggles and determine if CBT-I is a good fit. No pressure or commitment. You can ask questions and see if moving forward feels right for you.
Assessment & HistoryThorough evaluation of your sleep history, patterns, and what's keeping you awake. You'll complete a brief pre-screening questionnaire and we'll build your personalized treatment plan.
ongoing sessionsUsing your daily sleep data, we'll implement and adjust your sleep protocol week by week, retraining your brain and body to sleep. Most clients complete treatment in 4–8 sessions and leave with the tools to protect their sleep long-term.
You Don’t Have to Keep Living Like This