Beyond the Checkbox
Beyond the Checkbox is a workplace podcast hosted by Dr. Ryan Todd, a clinical psychiatrist, award-winning filmmaker, and founder/CEO of mental health tech startup, headversity. The goal of the show is to help listeners future-proof their organizations through stories of innovation and progressive leadership that champion mental health at work, where they’ve gone above and beyond checking the box. This is accomplished through Dr. Todd diving into hard-hitting topics of mental wellbeing in the workplace with some of the world’s top business leaders, executives, and technologists that are leading exemplary initiatives.
Beyond the Checkbox
CBT for Insomnia: The Gold Standard for Better Sleep | #68 ft. Dr. Payman Hajiazim
Explore how modern life fuels chronic insomnia and why experts recommend CBT for insomnia, sleep restriction, and light therapy to restore restful sleep.
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Struggling to fall or stay asleep? You’re not alone. Chronic insomnia is on the rise, and the effects go far beyond tired mornings.
Dr. Ryan Todd sits down with Dr. Payman Hajiazimd, a psychiatrist specializing in sleep and mental health, to explore why sleep issues have become so common—and what truly helps. From cognitive behavioral therapy for sleep to light therapy and sleep restriction, this episode dives into science-backed strategies for reclaiming restful sleep.
Watch this episode to find out:
- Why chronic insomnia is more widespread than ever
- How sleep affects mental health, and vice-versa
- What CBT for insomnia (CBT-I) is and how it works
- How sleep restriction therapy improves sleep efficiency
- The role of light exposure and behavioral change in better sleep
This episode unpacks the core components of CBT-I and how better sleep can support improved mental health.
Guest Speaker
Dr. Payman Hajiazim is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Sleep Medicine at the University of Calgary, a certified Somnologist, and the founder of the Sleep & Wake Clinic. Recognized as an expert in sleep disorders and overlapping mental health conditions, he leads research on new treatments for insomnia, narcolepsy, and excessive daytime sleepiness. Dr. Hajiazim is dedicated to advancing evidence-based sleep medicine through patient care, research, and education.
Podcast Host
Dr. Ryan Todd is a psychiatrist, mental health advocate, and co-founder of headversity, a workplace mental health training platform. Dr. Todd combines his clinical expertise with innovative approaches to empower individuals and organizations to thrive.
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