Insomnia Coach
Free autonomous version for applying CBT-I principles: diary, 5-week plan, and tips.
- What it is
- Free autonomous version for applying CBT-I principles: diary, 5-week plan, and tips.
- Best for
- Sleep tracking · CBT-I education · Habit management
- Platforms
- iOS · Android
Strengths
- Free and autonomous
- Sleep diary and 5-week plan
Weak points
- English only
- Less comprehensive than professional monitoring
What is Insomnia Coach?
Insomnia Coach is a mobile application developed by the National Center for PTSD within the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. It is designed to help users, including veterans and military personnel, manage insomnia symptoms by utilizing the principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I).
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
- Partial clinical validation
This information is indicative and may change: only the publisher's own website is authoritative.
Who uses Insomnia Coach?
General public
The application is accessible to anyone wishing to manage insomnia issues independently.
Veterans and military personnel
The program was specifically designed to meet the needs of members of the armed forces and veterans.
Key features
Training program
A structured five-week plan guides the user to improve sleep habits and monitor progress.
Sleep diary
An interactive tool allows for daily recording of sleep data to observe trends.
Sleep coach
This feature provides personalized tips and feedback based on data entered by the user.
Educational tools
The application offers information on how sleep works and factors that influence insomnia.
Pricing
Free
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.
Full version
Free
Free application developed by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs.
- Guided weekly training plan
- Sleep diary
- Habit tracking tools
The application is entirely free and does not offer paid subscription levels or features locked behind a payment.
Use cases
Self-help
Use of the application as a standalone tool to learn how to modify sleep-related behaviors.
Outcome: Potential improvement of sleep habits through the application of CBT-I.
Tracking complement
Use in parallel with medical monitoring to record sleep data between consultations.
Outcome: Better visibility of sleep habits for the user and their healthcare professional.
How it works in practice
Starting the program
- 1Download the application from the official app store
- 2Complete the initial sleep diary
- 3Follow the weekly training plan for 5 weeks
In your daily routine
Mobile compatibility
Available on iOS and Android platforms.
Known limits
No diagnosis
The application does not replace a medical diagnosis or professional treatment.
Language
The interface and content are available only in English.
Consider something else if
- Applications requiring direct medical supervision (e.g., CBT-i Coach)
- Programs offering personalized human support
- Tools available in French
How to use it
Installation
Search for Insomnia Coach in the App Store or Google Play Store and proceed with the download.
Daily use
Regularly enter data into the sleep diary to receive feedback from the coach.
Frequently asked questions
Is the application paid?+
No, Insomnia Coach is a free application provided by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs.
Do I need to be monitored by a doctor to use it?+
No, it can be used independently, although it is recommended to consult a professional for pre-existing medical conditions.
Is the application available in French?+
No, the application is currently available only in English.
How long is the program?+
The training program is structured over a five-week period, with the option to continue using the tools afterward.
On which devices can I install it?+
The application is compatible with smartphones and tablets running iOS and Android.
Sources
Evidence level shown: Partial clinical validation
Free CBT-I application: the approach is validated by meta-analyses of randomized trials and recommended by the AASM, without published studies on this specific application.
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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