Better sleep webinar

Next date: Thursday, 23 October 2025 | 07:00 PM to 08:30 PM

Are you struggling to get a good night's sleep? You’re not alone - about 40% of Australians experience sleep difficulties, which can affect mood, memory, and stress levels. According to research by Beyond Blue, getting enough sleep is crucial for your mental health. Join this webinar as part of Mental Health Month, which will offer you tools and understanding to rest easy.

What to expect:

• Explore the science behind sleep with expert psychologists Henrique Salles and Erin Oldenhof.
• Learn about common sleep challenges and the factors—like stress, anxiety, and pain—that can impact your rest.
• Discover proven strategies, including cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), to improve sleep quality.
• Enjoy a dynamic 60-minute presentation followed by a 30-minute interactive Q&A session.

Webinar details

• Date: Thursday 23 October 2025
• Time: 7pm to 8.30pm
• Venue: Online
• Presenters: Henrique Salles and Erin Oldenhof
• Cost: Free
• The webinar will be recorded and available to all registered attendees for a limited time
• Registrations required

Register online

About the presenters

Henrique and Erin are psychologists trained in delivering cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), the gold-standard treatment for insomnia. They will help you understand the science of sleep and identify factors contributing to sleeping difficulties, such as stress, anxiety and pain. They were involved in the development of Reconnexion’s Better Sleep Program, a stepped-care intervention designed to address the issue of untreated insomnia in Australians.

Henrique Salles

Henrique is a developmental psychologist who supports people of all ages, from childhood to older adulthood. He has a particular interest in sleep psychology, as well as the mental health benefits of spending time in nature. He is a past teaching associate at Monash University.

Erin Oldenhof

Erin is the Research and Innovation Lead at Reconnexion and a Research Fellow at Deakin University. Her research focuses on improving sleep disorder management, addressing benzodiazepine dependence, and increasing access to evidence-based sleep treatments. She provides expert consultation to GPs, pharmacists, and AOD clinicians.

Further information

This webinar is proudly bought to you by Maroondah City Council, Knox City Council, Manningham Council, City of Monash and Whitehorse City Council in partnership with Eastern Access Community Health (Each).

If you require support to attend this program or would like further information please contact Fiona Burridge, Community Wellbeing Facilitator at fiona.burridge@maroondah.vic.gov.au or on 03 9294 5737.

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Online