Michele Kreuzer at a Sleep Coaching Session

1:1 Adult Sleep Coach in New Jersey

Personalized, Evidence-Based Support for Lasting Sleep Change

Michele Kreuzer is an adult sleep coach in New Jersey using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) — the gold standard treatment for chronic sleep issues

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You've Tried Everything. Nothing Works.

You've cut the caffeine, bought blackout curtains, tried meditation apps, and read all the articles. But you're still lying awake at night—racing thoughts, tossing and turning, watching the clock tick closer to morning.

Maybe you fall asleep fine, but wake up at 3am and can't get back to sleep. Maybe your mind won't shut off no matter how exhausted you are. Maybe you've been dealing with this for months—or even years—and you're starting to wonder if good sleep is even possible for you anymore.

Here's the truth: Sleep issues don't fix themselves with tips and tricks. They require a structured, proven approach that addresses the root cause—not just the symptoms. That's where CBT-I comes in.

What is CBT-I?

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) is a structured, evidence-based approach that helps you retrain your mind and body to sleep naturally again. As an adult sleep coach serving New Jersey, I use CBT-I to help you retrain your mind and body. Instead of generic tips, we address the specific behaviors and racing thoughts that keep you awake.

Here’s what it really involves:

We figure out what’s getting in the way of your sleep — including sleep effort.
Most people with insomnia try harder to sleep: earlier bedtimes, staying in bed longer, overthinking each night. Together, we identify those patterns and what’s fueling them.
You learn strategies that reduce sleep effort and build healthier sleep patterns.
This can include reducing time spent awake in bed, strengthening natural sleep cues, and creating a rhythm that supports sleep rather than forcing it — all tailored to your actual sleep data and lifestyle.
We quiet the mental battles that happen at night.
Racing thoughts, clock-watching, and “I HAVE to sleep” pressure keep your brain alert. You’ll learn specific techniques to interrupt that cycle so your mind can settle.
You build long-term habits that allow sleep to happen on its own.
Instead of working at sleep, you’ll develop skills that help your body do what it’s designed to do: sleep without effort.

CBT-I is the gold standard treatment for chronic insomnia because it helps people break the cycle of sleep effort and restore their natural ability to sleep — often in 4–8 weeks.

Read more about CBT-I, treatment details, and benefits on the Stanford Medicine Healthcare website.

Who is this for?

Businessman with fatigue in need of CBT-I therapy

You hit the pillow exhausted but find yourself "wired," unable to shut down racing thoughts as you struggle to fall asleep, or find yourself staring at the clock for hours after waking up in the middle of the night.
You’ve cycled through every app, supplement, and sleep hygiene tip available, but nothing seems to stick.
The toll of sleeplessness is affecting your ability to show up as the parent or spouse that you want to be (need help with your child's sleep? Click here).
Your judgment and performance are slipping because you’re running on fumes, making mistakes that affect your career and your confidence.
You're ready for a real solution, not just more tips.

Why work with an adult sleep coach in New Jersey?

Living in the high-pressure environment of the Tri-State area means your sleep challenges are often tied to a fast-paced lifestyle, demanding careers, and the "always-on" culture of New Jersey. Generic advice doesn't work here. You need a localized, strategic partner.

Adapted to Your Reality: We don't just talk about "sleep hygiene." We look at your specific NJ lifestyle, from commuting stress to executive burnout, to build a plan that actually fits your schedule.
Accountability That Sticks: Unlike an app or a book, a 1:1 coach provides the real-time adjustments and emotional support needed to stay consistent with CBT-I protocols.
Local Expertise, Global Standards: Get gold-standard CBT-I for insomnia from a coach who understands the unique stressors of NJ parents and professionals.