This program is designed as a Continuing Education course for psychologists, other healthcare professionals, and members of the community.  The primary aim is to provide an overview of sleep disorders with an emphasis on insomnia—the most common sleep disorder.  The program will focus on the role of behavioral sleep medicine—the application of behavioral approaches to improve sleep. The program begins with introducing myself, my training background, and an overview of my professional experience.  Key facts about insomnia and other sleep disorders will then be presented.  This will include basic education about sleep apnea, hypersomnia, circadian rhythm disorders, sleep walking/eating, and restless legs.  Discussion will include how sleep disorders are defined, signs and symptoms of the conditions, prevalence, and risk factors.  Also, participants will be oriented to Practice Parameters for treating sleep disorders– which provide a comprehensive review of scientific literature and evidence-based treatments.  Focus will be given throughout to what role behavioral approaches can play in helping individuals manage these conditions.  Emphasis will then return to insomnia and how it develops.  Options for treatment of insomnia will be discussed.  Focus will be given to the most effective behavioral treatment for insomnia--cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I).  A typical course of CBT-I will be described and includes instruction in the following areas: Sleep Hygiene, Sleep Restriction, Stimulus Control, Cognitive Restructuring, and Relaxation Skills.  Each component of CBT-I will be examined in great detail.  Common challenges to implementation of techniques will be discussed.  Case examples may be used to illustrate how techniques are adapted into actual practice. Participants will be encouraged to ask questions about sleep problems and related behavioral interventions.