You're lying awake again, staring at the ceiling, hoping for sleep that seems just out of reachÂ
 Maybe you’ve tried everything—medications, new routines, even the popular wellness tips—but nothing seems to stick. It’s not just the sleepless nights that take their toll; it’s the exhaustion that lingers all day, the foggy brain that makes it hard to focus, and the tension creeping into your relationships.
You may have thought, “Is this just how life will be from now on?”
If you’ve questioned your own ability to manage sleep, or felt the weight of this struggle alone, we’re here to tell you: you’re not alone, and there’s a new way forward.
We see you, we understand you, and we’ve created a unique program, providing the expert guidance and support needed to sleep better throughout this transitional time.
Imagine…
- Approaching bedtime with a sense of calm confidence rather than anxious anticipation.
- starting your day feeling refreshed and ready to engage, rather than struggling through the morning
- having the sustained focus to complete your most important tasks without that mid-afternoon mental fog
- moving through your day with a steady energy that doesn't require constant caffeine reinforcements.
- the satisfaction of ending each day knowing you've shown up as your best self, present and engaged in what matters most.
We Understand What You’re Going Through and We’re Here to Help You!Â
We see you, we understand you, and we’ve created a unique program, providing the expert guidance and support needed to sleep better throughout this transitional time.
Join NowIntroducing:
Restful Nights Through Perimenopause
A 4-week live program offered online or in person in the Gold Coast
Here’s What You'll Discover When You Enroll:
A unique program designed for women navigating perimenopause and the sleep challenges that often come with it.
A holistic, evidenced-based approach addressing both the physical and emotional aspects of sleep loss.
Drift off to sleep effortlessly, wake up refreshed, and feel more energisedÂ
A proven solution grounded in compassion, expertise, and lasting change.
Here’s What's Included When You Enroll:
Individual Consultations with Dr Giselle Withers, Sleep Psychologist
Begin the program with a personalised assessment to understand your unique sleep needs, plus a follow-up consultation to consolidate your progress once the program concludes.
4 x Weekly Live Group Sessions
We’re all in this together! Giselle will provide a supportive space for you to learn how to overcome the causes of disturbed sleep. She will guide you on how to navigate the particular effects of perimenopause on sleep and ensure you have all the skills you need to reclaim restful nights. Each session includes a 15 minute guided mindfulness meditation, and guidance on how to continue with meditation practice each day to reduce stress and prepare you for restful sleep.
Self-Paced Online Lessons
Between live sessions you can access the evidence-based online sleep course, which includes a series of short, easy-to-follow, video lessons teaching you all the skills you need to sleep better, including training in mindfulness plus the five core components of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBTi)
Bonus webinars and expert guest speakers
Learn from specialists in sleep, nutrition, hormones, mental health and exercise who will help you understand and nurture all aspects of your health.
Skills to Create Lasting Change
You’ll leave the program equipped with knowledge and skills to sustain the changes you’ve made and maintain better sleep as you continue your journey through perimenopause and menopause.
Follow these five steps to better sleep
Step One:
Register for the online or in-person Program
Step Two:
Individual consultation and assessment with Giselle
Step Three:
Start the self-led online course
Step Four:
Commence the live group program
Step Five:
Follow up consultation with GiselleÂ
An Evidence-Based Approach
Clinically proven, in independent research, conducted by Monash University, A Mindful Way to Healthy Sleep online program was evaluated in a world-first, randomised controlled trial (RCT) for a digital Mindfulness-based CBTi program,
The A Mindful Way to Healthy Sleep program was found to be significantly more effective at reducing insomnia than a waitlist control group.
On a standard measure of sleep, the Insomnia Severity Index (ISI), 83% of people who completed the program achieved a clinical improvement in insomnia and 75% achieved a full remission of insomnia, and reported normal healthy sleep at the end of the study. Only 8% of the control group improved their sleep without treatment.
What people are saying about the online course A Mindful Way to Healthy Sleep
Olivia CozzolinoÂ
Giselle’s delivery style and guidance methodology really resonated with me. Through her videos she makes you feel as though you’re having 1:1 in-person guided sessions. She speaks slowly, calmly and clearly and uses very accessible language. I’ve tried other guided mindfulness meditations where the language is too philosophical and obscure for me, which has meant I’ve either not fully understood it, or I’ve had to devote too much energy to try and follow what is being said, defeating the whole purpose. Giselle uses simple language and I love that has a response for every barrier or defence one might put up when learning this new skill. She obviously speaks from both personal experience and deep expertise from working with a wide range of clients.....
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The course taught me to slow down, to tune in to the signals my body is giving me, to be kind and patient to myself, and most importantly, to stop and make time for being, not just doing all the time. The course made me realise that one of the causes of my insomnia was due to stress levels and an intensity of living that had become my normal way of operating. While I haven't experienced a marked improvement in my sleep, I've experienced a marked reduction in my general stress levels and feel significantly calmer most of the time now. My partner has noticed this change in me as well.
Jo van Saarloos
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This course helped with my sleeping problems immeasurably! I had struggled for years with insomnia and tried many things, but completing this course was the first time I've had tangible and ongoing success. My mindset around sleep has changed such a lot and I have also enjoyed bringing more mindful meditation into my days for general wellbeing. This course is totally worth it if you are motivated and willing to make changes. Thank you so much to Giselle and "a mindful way" training. It's been life-changing for me!
Kristy Hobson
I purchased A Mindful Way's Online Sleep Course by Giselle Withers.
I have found that learning Mindfulness practices and the associated meditations to be one of the most effective ways to treat sleep issues and bouts of insomnia. This treatment really does work!
When these these practices are practised correctly and consistently, I see huge improvements.
This course is very professional and well designed. Giselle has a very gentle yet informed approach in helping people with their sleep issues. Giselle is an expert in this field, and has an immense amount of knowledge and includes the best and highly regarded research and strategies in the Mindfulness field.
I highly recommend this course to to others who have been struggling with sleep issues. Just make sure you put aside the time to practice and the results can be wonderful.
Meet the Experts behind A Mindful Way to Healthy Sleep
Dr. Giselle Withers. DPsych, M.A.P.S, FCCLP
Giselle is a Clinical Psychologist and Mindfulness Teacher with over 20 years experience treating people with insomnia, and other mental health and chronic health problems, across private and public health services in Australia and the UK.
Giselle is the author and presenter of the course A Mindful Way to Healthy Sleep.
Dr. Moira Junge. DPsych. M.A.P.S.
Moira is the CEO of the Sleep Health Foundation Australia and is passionate about promoting the importance of good sleep health. She is a Health Psychologist with over 20 years experience in the health care sector and has worked in the sleep disorders field since 1994. In 2022, Moira joined the HealthyLife Advisory Board and shares her expertise with Australians, in particular, in the mental health and sleep space.i
Moira provided consultation and review of the sleep related material in the course A Mindful Way to Healthy Sleep.
Ivan Milton. B.B.Sc, M.Psych. M.A.P.S, FCCLP.
Ivan is a Clinical Psychologist and Mindfulness Teacher with wide ranging experience in psychiatry, tertiary education and private practice. He has worked in both inpatient and community settings, and has extensive experience in teaching, supervision and consultation.
Ivan provided consultation and review of the mindfulness teaching material in the course A Mindful Way to Healthy Sleep..
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Frequently Asked Questions
I am already post-menopausal. Will this course still be relevant to me?
I’m worried I won’t have enough time to commit to the program. What if I fall behind?
I’ve tried everything for my sleep. Why will this program be different?
What do I need to participate in the online program?
Do I need any prior experience with meditation or mindfulness?
I already meditate and I've tried CBT-I, how will this program help me?
How is this program different from other sleep courses?
Can I receive a Medicare rebate for this course?
Will private health insurance cover the program?
What if I can’t attend all the sessions—will I miss out?
If I decide the program isn’t for me, can I get a refund?
Not ready to start this program but would like to stay in the loop for the next one?
Add your details to the waitlist and you’ll have priority for the next group program.