CBT-i Coach
Free application from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, designed to support CBT-I with a therapist.
- What it is
- Free application from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, designed to support CBT-I with a therapist.
- Best for
- CBT-I therapeutic monitoring · Daily sleep diary · Learning routines
- Platforms
- iOS · Android
Strengths
- Free, designed to support CBT-I
- No subscription
Weak points
- English only
- Developed for the U.S. healthcare system
What is CBT-i Coach?
CBT-i Coach is a mobile application designed to support individuals undergoing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) with a healthcare professional. Developed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in collaboration with the National Center for PTSD and Stanford University, it serves as a support tool to structure therapeutic monitoring between clinical sessions. The application offers a structured program based on validated therapy manuals. It allows users to learn sleep mechanisms, establish positive routines, and improve their sleep environment. It is not intended to replace professional medical care or to be used as a standalone self-care solution.
At a glance
- Type
- Digital CBT-I
- Platforms
- iOS, Android
- Subscription required
- No
- Free trial
- No
- French
- No
- Availability
- United States, France, Canada
- Uses AI
- No
- Evidence level
- Published studies
This information is indicative and may change: only the publisher's own website is authoritative.
Who uses CBT-i Coach?
Patients in therapy
Individuals engaged in CBT-I follow-up with a qualified healthcare professional.
Healthcare professionals
Clinicians wishing to offer a digital support tool to their patients.
Key features
Sleep diary
Daily recording of bedtimes, wake times, and habits influencing sleep.
Relaxation tools
Guided features to encourage relaxation before bed or during nighttime awakenings.
Therapeutic education
Informative content on the principles of CBT-I and physiological sleep mechanisms.
Personalized tracking
Reminder system for bedtimes and wake times as well as regular assessments.
Pricing
Entirely free application
Pricing recorded on October 28, 2026. Excluding taxes and shipping. Prices change: the amount that applies is the one shown by the publisher's own checkout.
Standard version
Free
Full access at no cost
- Sleep diary
- Relaxation tools
- Educational modules
The application is entirely free and does not offer subscription tiers or paid features.
Use cases
Clinical support
Use of the application between therapy sessions to log sleep data.
Outcome: Improved transmission of information to the therapist.
Habit management
Tracking caffeine intake, alcohol, and naps via the integrated diary.
Outcome: Identification of factors impacting sleep quality.
How it works in practice
Daily use
- 1Entering sleep data upon waking
- 2Consulting routine advice
- 3Using relaxation tools in the evening
In your daily routine
Compatibility
Available on iOS and Android. Integration possible with Apple Health and Fitbit.
Known limits
Language
The application is available only in English.
Medical use
Designed to support treatment, it does not replace the advice of a professional.
Consider something else if
- Self-care applications without medical oversight
- General meditation programs
- Sleep tracking tools without a CBT-I foundation
How to use it
Installation
Downloadable for free on the App Store or Google Play.
Configuration
Setting sleep goals in accordance with the therapist's recommendations.
Frequently asked questions
Is the application paid?+
No, CBT-i Coach is a free application developed by the U.S. government.
Can I use it alone without a therapist?+
The application is designed to support professional follow-up and not for exclusive self-care.
Is it available in French?+
No, the interface and content are exclusively in English.
On which platforms is it available?+
It is available on iOS and Android mobile devices.
Is my data secure?+
As an official U.S. government application, it complies with health data security standards.
Sources
Evidence level shown: Published studies
No published source specific to this product has been identified so far.
Background on the approach
General references on the category or technology: they do not cover this specific product.
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