Episode 6: Alert but Exhausted: ADHD, Nighttime Awakenings & the Power of Consistency

n this episode of The Sleep Fixer Podcast, Kerry Davies, sleep coach, CBT-I therapist, and founder of The Sleep Fixer explores one of the most frustrating sleep struggles: waking up in the night and not being able to fall back asleep.

Through Denise’s story, a woman in her 30s with ADHD who feels “alert but exhausted,” Kerry explains how neurodivergent brains can struggle to switch off , and what actually helps.

You’ll learn:
🌙 Why ADHD brains often stay “on” long after bedtime
🔬 How cortisol and melatonin timing affect sleep cycles
🎧 Why constant background sound can calm sensory sensitivities
🕯 Practical steps to rebuild sleep confidence : from structured wind-downs to middle-of-the-night resets
☀️ How morning light exposure helps regulate the circadian rhythm

Denise’s story is a reminder that poor sleep isn’t about willpower, it’s about understanding how your brain and body work together. With structure, sensory stability, and self-compassion, better sleep is always possible.

✨ Key takeaway: Sleep isn’t forced. It’s invited.

Resources & Links:
🔗 Free 7-Day Sleep Reset:

https://www.thesleepfixer.com/7daysleepreset
💌 Join the Sleep Fixer community for more strategies, workshops, and tools.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesleepfixcommunity