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Referrals are accepted for adult and teen patients (13+) in Ontario. Appointments are virtual and covered by OHIP.

This clinic provides virtual treatment for chronic insomnia and/or sleep timing issues with the DECODE Insomnia Program (OHIP-covered and private pay options available). The DECODE Insomnia Program is a non-medication approach rooted in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) that combines personalized support with an online curriculum for self-paced, convenient learning. Consultation is first required to establish fit for treatment.

Please fax referrals to 647-689-7588.

Any referral format will be accepted. Referral does not trigger negation or require de-rostering. Current wait time is ~3-4 weeks. PLEASE NOTE: This is not a general Sleep Medicine clinic. Sleep investigations are not available. Click here for more details regarding Dr. Ooi's other clinical services at the Toronto Sleep Institute.

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OUR APPROACH

Beyond Standard Sleep Hygiene Advice

Following consultation, patients are provided with a clear understanding of their unique sleep challenges, why past attempts to sleep better haven't worked, and how to effectively & realistically move forward.

Evidence-Based Non-Medication Treatment Options

Following consultation, patients may have the option to continue with the DECODE Insomnia Program, a program rooted in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), the first-line recommended treatment for chronic insomnia. CBT-I is a relatively quick and highly effective approach, even when insomnia has been present for decades and there are concurrent issues such as anxiety, depression, or chronic pain.

An Innovative, Practical Approach

To address common barriers to implementation and improvement, the DECODE Insomnia Program combines CBT-I strategies with habit coaching, strategies to manage cognitive overload, as well as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) strategies to align treatment goals with big picture values.

The DECODE Insomnia Program blends personalized support through virtual appointments with an online platform for self-paced, convenient learning. To minimize therapy costs, most of the program's educational content is delivered through the platform, reserving one-on-one sessions for troubleshooting, accountability, and therapeutic interventions. Participants are provided with a workbook as well as an online tools to support effective progress between sessions.