Overthinking Before Sleep Self-Counselling Session
A guided night-time session to reduce repeated thoughts before sleep, mentally close the day, and prepare your mind for rest.
Start this sessionIs this session right for you?
A quick, honest look - so you start in the right place.
What's inside
Nine gentle, guided steps - each with a short video and a practical activity.
- Is This Session Right for You?
- Why Thoughts Get Louder at Night
- Unfinished Day Loops
- Phone, Silence and Mental Noise
- Main Practice: Thought Parking
- Guided Body Relaxation
- Real-Life Night Examples
- 7-Day Night Calm Plan
- When to Take Therapy or Medical Help
Worksheets you can keep
View them on screen and download as a PDF, beautifully laid out.
Night Overthinking Self-Check
A gentle reflection on what keeps your mind up at night.
Thought Parking Sheet
Park night-time worries on paper so your mind can let go.
Day Closure Journal
Close the day on purpose so open loops stop spinning.
Digital Sunset Checklist
A simple wind-down routine to settle your mind before bed.
7-Day Night Calm Plan
One wind-down step a night - print it and tick as you go.
How it works
Watch & reflect
Short guided videos walk you through each idea in plain, simple language.
Practise
Each step has a small activity. Your answers save privately on your device.
Keep your tools
Download worksheets, trackers and a 7-day plan to continue on your own.
Revisit anytime
Come back whenever you need it. The session resumes where you left off.
Questions, answered
Is this therapy or medical treatment?
No. This is a guided self-help experience built on practical, well-known methods. It is not therapy, diagnosis, or a replacement for a professional. If your feelings are intense or lasting, please speak with a doctor or mental-health professional.
Who is this session for?
Night-time overthinking, replaying the day, future worry, relationship thoughts, work/study stress before sleep.
Who is it NOT suitable for?
Chronic insomnia, trauma nightmares, panic at night, severe anxiety, depression, or medical sleep concerns.
How long does it take?
About 35-45 min, split into small steps. You can pause and resume anytime, and revisit as often as you like.
Is my information private?
Yes. Anything you write in the activities is saved privately on your own device, never uploaded.
Do I get worksheets I can keep?
Yes. The session includes worksheets, trackers and a 7-day plan you can view on screen and download as a PDF.
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Ready when you are
Take it gently, at your own pace. You can begin now and come back anytime.
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