The Psychology of Sleep Book by Elaine Collins, Registered Psychologist, is a sleep hygiene resource for clients and health practitioners.
Struggling with poor sleep? You’re not alone—and you’re not without solutions.
Whether you’re supporting clients through sleepless nights or seeking better rest yourself, this evidence-based guide will empower you with the science and strategies needed to improve sleep quality, restore balance, and support overall mental health.
The Psychology of Sleep is a practical, accessible resource for individuals and health professionals who want to understand the underlying causes of sleep disruption and how to apply effective, sustainable sleep hygiene practices.
Suited to:
Health practitioners supporting clients with sleep-related issues
Adults experiencing stress, anxiety, or burnout
Students, professionals, and shift workers needing better energy and focus
Anyone looking to optimise their health through improved rest and recovery
What You'll Learn:
✅ The science of sleep—how it works, why it matters, and how much you really need
✅ The physical and psychological impacts of sleep deprivation, including on stress, memory, immunity, and mood
✅ How to build an effective sleep hygiene routine, including bedtime rituals, sleep environment tips, and behavioural changes
✅ How to manage common sleep challenges like insomnia, shift work, jet lag, and lifestyle factors that impact sleep
✅ Guidance on identifying and supporting sleep disorders such as sleep apnea, circadian rhythm disorders, and restless leg syndrome
Why Sleep Hygiene Matters
Sleep hygiene refers to healthy behaviours and environmental factors that promote restorative sleep. Without it, even small disruptions—like caffeine use, stress, or screen time—can cascade into long-term health concerns.
This book offers clear, step-by-step guidance rooted in psychological principles, helping you or your clients achieve better sleep through practical habit change, not medication.
What are the contents of this book?
About the Author
Qualifications:
Registered Psychologist (AHPRA)
MSc and Bsc (Hons) Psychology
Professional Memberships:
Australian Psychological Society (APS)
- Australian Association of Psychologists Inc (AAPi)
British Psychological Society (BPS)
Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI)
Elaine Collins is a Registered Psychologist with over 15 years of experience in clinical practice, mental health education, and behavioural change interventions. Her professional work focuses on adult mental health, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), psychoeducation, and sleep-focused wellbeing strategies.
Elaine is passionate about translating psychological research into clear, practical tools that empower individuals to improve their sleep, emotional regulation, and overall mental health. She has worked extensively with adults experiencing anxiety, burnout, ADHD, and sleep disturbances—equipping them with evidence-based techniques to regain control of their well-being.
Her writing reflects a warm, accessible, and results-oriented approach, informed by her clinical experience and a deep commitment to preventative mental health. Elaine believes that improving sleep hygiene is a powerful first step toward better cognitive performance, emotional resilience, and long-term physical health.
Elaine has substantial experience working with clients presenting with:
- Adult Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) treatment and intervention
- Anxiety Disorders
- Relationship issues
- Stress
- Sleep-related problems
- Work Identity, Personal Identity and Social Identity challenges
- Life Transitions such as marriage or a new relationship; the arrival of a new baby; parenting an infant, child, or adolescent; growing up and moving away from home; adjustment to college or the workplace; empty nesting; divorce, separation, or recovery from infidelity; retirement, job loss, or career changes.
Elaine continues to deliver therapy, supervision, and educational resources through her private practice and is dedicated to helping both clients and professionals better understand the psychology of sleep and its impact on wellbeing.
Contributions to Psychology Research
Elaine is the Author of The Psychology of Sleep: a Simple Scientific Guide to Better Sleep Book where she presents how to sleep better in the context of behavioural neuroscience (also referred to as biological psychology, biopsychology, or psychobiology) to help those struggling with sleep and anxiety disorders achieve a higher quality of life.
Elaine has also developed Brain Training Australia’s online self-paced educational portal delivering Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Programs for Adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), which offers foundational strategies for emotional regulation, executive functioning, goal setting, time management, better sleep, fitness and focus and parenting challenges with ADHD – suited to both ADHD Adults seeking support and ADHD Coaches, Therapists and Psychologists working with their own clients for Professional Development purposes (PD).
She enjoys educating fellow Health Practitioners seeking professional development. She has contributed significantly to the field of Psychological Research, and some of her research to date considers topics such as:
MSc Thesis: “A Self-Determination Theory Perspective on the Impact of Identity: consequences on Engagement, Psychological Well-Being and Organisational Commitment” and
BSc Thesis “Optimism and Emotional Intelligence as Predictors of Therapists’ Resilience.”
Elaine is currently working on her second book as a tool for Australian Provisional Psychologists and Early Career Psychologists to develop their clinical skills in Anxiety Disorder Assessment and Intervention:
“A Clinical Handbook for Assessment and Intervention of Anxiety Disorders in Australia”
Where can I buy this Book?
The Psychology of Sleep Book by Elaine Collins can be purchased directly on Amazon worldwide.
To suit your individual learning or reading style, you can choose between paperback or Kindle.
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