How to get NHS-funded access to Sleepstation
Check availability
Search for your GP surgery using the form below to check if our NHS commissioned services are available where you live.
Complete form
If available, you can request access by completing a short form. Your details will be stored securely, to protect your confidential information.
Start treatment
When your NHS referral is approved we can help you with your sleep. In some areas, approval can be immediate.
Is Sleepstation available on the NHS in your area?
Use our quick search tool to check if you can access Sleepstation for free through the NHS. Just enter your GP surgery name to see if you can self-refer and get access today.
Even if you can’t refer yourself, your GP may still be able to refer you directly.
Why NHS organisations choose Sleepstation
- Guided and supported: Our trained sleep team provide direct support through confidential messaging, structured check-ins and follow-up, so you’re never left to manage on your own.
- Evidence-based: Sleepstation uses the most effective treatment for insomnia (CBTi). It’s recommended worldwide, and Sleepstation CBTi has been clinically proven through independent studies and more than 13 years of real-world use in NHS commissioned services.
- UKCA marked: Sleepstation CBTi is a Class I medical device that complies with the UK Medical Device Regulations.
- Easy to use: Everything is online, simple to follow, and designed to fit into everyday life.
- Individually tailored: Each plan adapts to individual needs, goals, sleep patterns, circumstances and progress.
- Proven results: People using Sleepstation engage for longer than those using fully automated CBTi apps, and higher engagement is generally associated with better outcomes.
Is this option suitable for you?
The Sleepstation CBTi programme is drug-free and low risk, and the approach is generally considered safe, although it is not suitable for everyone. It is intended for adults (18+) who experience persistent sleep difficulties and insomnia symptoms.
It is not recommended for people with: epilepsy or a history of seizures; psychosis; bipolar disorder/mania; schizoaffective disorder; schizophrenia; personality disorder; those at high risk of falls; or people currently detoxing from drugs or alcohol.
We screen for these and other factors during onboarding. If our support programmes aren’t suitable for you, we’ll let you know and guide you to more appropriate care.
NHS patient experiences
We support thousands of NHS patients every month. Below are some of their experiences. With our structured programmes and support from our trained team, many people begin to notice meaningful improvements in their sleep within a few weeks, based on a review of real-world data from over 100,000 Sleepstation users.
Adam, 24
- Sleeping badly for eight years
- Finding it difficult to fall asleep
Sleep quality
Before Sleepstation
62%
After four sessions
95%
Absolutely life changing, my stress levels have dramatically dropped. My performance at work is better and my mood has improved hugely. I’m finding it a lot easier to settle down and relax.
Tariq, 64
- Not getting enough sleep
- Finding it hard to cope
Before Sleepstation
4h 16mins
After six sessions
6hrs 54 mins
A very positive experience. My sleep has noticeably improved. I feel more in control of my sleep. I now have a more ‘get up and go’ attitude towards my daily life. I would recommend Sleepstation.
Cynthia, 52
- Waking up frequently during the night
- Experiencing racing thoughts
Average time taken to fall asleep
Before Sleepstation
1hr 30 mins
After four sessions
10 mins
It’s been three months since I finished Sleepstation and I have been sleeping really well and mostly getting 7–8 hours a night. If I wake up, I soon drift back to sleep. It’s amazing to finally get some decent sleep. I’m much happier and don’t worry about sleep anymore. Thank you all.
Sarah, 28
- Feeling groggy in the morning
- Very depressed
Good nights sleep per week
1 nights p/w
7 nights p/w
Having the support and encouragement from the sleep coaches for different techniques to apply really helped. The support has been great and my sleep has improved greatly. I no longer feel depressed. I’ve got my life back.
Rasima, 49
- Sleeping badly for almost a year
- Suffering from anxiety and panic attacks
Sleep quality
Before Sleepstation
54%
After four sessions
89%
I think it’s a fantastic resource that should be available to all. I’ve found it extremely helpful in dealing with my insomnia and feel that I’ve slept better in the past couple of weeks than I have done in the past year or so.
Kyle, 41
- Had trouble sleeping for 3-5 years
- Was reliant on sleeping pills
Falling asleep
in less than 15 minutes
Before Sleepstation
1 nights p/w
After four sessions
6 nights p/w
Sleepstation has really helped me, mainly with falling asleep quickly and waking up less. The coaches are so supportive. The assistance to queries and speed of response is fantastic.
Don’t put better sleep off
Our data shows that many people begin to feel the benefits within a few weeks. Every step you take can help move your sleep in the right direction.
Further information about NHS referrals
If you are experiencing insomnia, Sleepstation may be able to help.
In the UK, including through NHS-commissioned services, Sleepstation CBTi is provided as a regulated medical device that delivers sleep support for insomnia and insomnia symptoms. We start with a detailed assessment week so we can understand your sleep difficulties and any factors that might affect your care. Your plan is then tailored to your needs and supported by our team throughout.
Most people who complete the UK programme see a marked improvement in sleep over three to four sessions, usually within four weeks, although results vary from person to person.
For people accessing our wellness programmes outside the UK, we provide self-guided tools and resources designed to support better sleep habits, but these are not medical devices and are not intended to diagnose or treat a medical condition.
Sleepstation isn’t available on the NHS everywhere. It’s available in some parts of the UK. We can provide funding to help NHS patients living in areas where our NHS service isn’t available. If you live in one of these areas and would like to discuss funding options please call 0333 800 9404 or email funding@sleepstation.org.uk.
Sleepstation CBTi is built around the cognitive and behavioural methods used in cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia (CBT-I). CBT-I is recommended by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) and the American Academy of Sleep Medicine as the first-line approach for persistent insomnia.
CBT-I has been studied for decades, with a large and consistent evidence base showing improvements in sleep quality, insomnia symptoms and long-term outcomes. Historically, access to CBT-I has been limited because only a small number of specialist services provide it, which is why digital delivery has become an important way to widen access.
Sleepstation’s NHS-delivered CBTi programme has been evaluated in several large real-world studies. These evaluations have shown meaningful improvements in sleep for most people who complete the programme (>80%), including better sleep quality, reduced insomnia symptoms and improved daytime functioning.
You can read more about the evidence behind CBTi and Sleepstation’s impact here.
The regulations that govern who can and can’t receive free NHS treatment are complex and may change. If you’re unsure if you’re entitled to receive NHS treatment please check before starting the referral process.
A person who is regarded as ordinarily resident in the UK may be eligible for free NHS treatment. Anyone coming to live in this country would qualify as ordinarily resident. Overseas visitors to the UK are not regarded as ordinarily resident if they do not meet this description.
Once we receive your GP referral, we’ll contact you to let you know and help you get started. We aim to contact everyone within two working days. If it has been more than two weeks since you saw your GP and you haven’t heard from us, please get in touch.
Get help from our team
Call 0333 800 9404 or email nhs@sleepstation.org.uk to discuss the NHS referral process with a member of our onboarding team.