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Expert Support for Deep Sleep in Bonn

Fast appointments (self payers or privately insured patients only)

Online doctor consultations and testing at our office in Berlin Prenzlauer Berg

On-demand coaching from doctors for your current problems, needs and healthspan goals.

The Challenge of Achieving Consistent Sleep

Sleep is more than just a break from your day; it serves as the essential biological cornerstone for your overall health, daily productivity, and long-term vitality.

Similar to how managing weight involves more than willpower, obtaining optimal sleep requires more than simply "going to bed early." Sleep is an intricate physiological activity governed by your body's circadian rhythms, hormonal equilibrium, and various neurological functions. If these systems are disturbed, your body perceives the resulting lack of rest as a persistent stressor, which in turn sets off a series of metabolic and cognitive problems.

The Reasons Consistent Sleep is Hard to Attain

For a lot of individuals, sleep patterns and cycles are disturbed by elements of a modern lifestyle — such as exposure to blue light and high-stress surroundings. Yet, the underlying cause is frequently more profound.

A Scientific Perspective: Sleep is an active state during which the brain and body engage in vital restorative processes.

  • Hormonal Regulation: Insufficient sleep upsets the equilibrium between ghrelin and leptin (the hormones that control hunger), which can result in emotional eating and an increase in weight. It also raises levels of cortisol (the stress hormone), potentially starting a self-perpetuating cycle of anxiety and sleeplessness.
  • Neurological Function: In the absence of restorative sleep, the brain is unable to effectively remove metabolic byproducts (through the glymphatic system). This can lead to mental fogginess, a poor mood, and reduced productivity, while also elevating the long-term risk of neurodegenerative conditions like Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia.
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An unmade bed with sunlight shadows from blinds, illustrating the challenge of disrupted sleep management

Indications of Compromised Sleep Architecture

  • Insomnia & Fragmentation: Difficulty initiating sleep, waking up during the night, or rising too early without being able to fall back asleep. These issues are frequently associated with a hyperaroused central nervous system or a decrease in calming hormones such as progesterone.
  • Quality & Depth: Experiencing non-refreshing sleep, feeling fatigued even after spending 8 hours in bed, or a general absence of deep sleep. This suggests an inability to achieve the deep (slow-wave) or REM stages of sleep, which are vital for both physical and emotional restoration.
  • Physical Manifestations: Symptoms such as snoring, gasping for breath, restless legs syndrome, or other movement disorders during sleep. These may indicate sleep apnea or other neurological sleep conditions that warrant prompt evaluation.
  • Emotional & Behavioral: A poor mood, diminished productivity, emotional eating, or an incapacity to manage stress. Sleep deprivation impairs the brain's capacity for emotional regulation (amygdala reactivity), resulting in heightened irritability and deficient impulse control.

A Proven Approach and Your Personalized Plan

At The Longevity Practice, we reject the idea of a universal "one-pill-fits-all" remedy. We function differently from a surgical clinic, a traditional sleep laboratory, or a service that provides quick prescription fixes. Our method involves screening for sleep disorders and providing a CBT approach grounded in the principles of somnology (the science of sleep medicine).

We can provide assistance in the following areas:

  • Polysomnography: Our process starts with ruling out significant sleep disorders that could necessitate more detailed investigation by specialists. We use a portable polysomnography to screen for sleep apnea.
    • Portable Polysomnography: To enhance your comfort, we also provide portable sleep recording instruments that enable us to collect data within your own natural sleeping environment.
    • Hormonal Correlation: We evaluate potential causes related to hormonal imbalances (e.g., perimenopause, thyroid issues) which might be disrupting your ability to rest.
  • Personalized Sleep Management Plan: Following a thorough assessment and understanding of your sleep disorder, we construct a customized management plan.
    • Therapy of Sleep Disorders: Our focus is on implementing interventions that are evidence-based and address both behavioral and physiological factors.
    • Sleep Hygiene & Routine Optimization: We guide you in developing nighttime routines and establishing technology-free zones, which helps send signals of safety to your brain.
    • Stress Management: We integrate practices such as meditation, mindfulness, and other relaxation methods to help reduce cortisol levels prior to sleep.
    • Breathwork: We employ particular breathing exercises designed to transition your nervous system from a "fight or flight" state to one of "rest and digest."
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Determining If Our Approach Is Right For You

If you find it difficult to wake up feeling refreshed or are persistently exhausted, your body is communicating a message. Our role is to help you interpret it. We can assist by:

  • Evaluating the physiological and psychological factors contributing to sleep deprivation.
  • Employing sleep laboratory technology to test for specific disorders.
  • Developing a strategic plan for enhanced living by achieving better sleep.

Please Note: We do not conduct surgical procedures (such as for severe obstructive apnea), nor is our primary approach based on the use of prescription sleep medications.

At The Longevity Practice, our emphasis is on detecting health risks with early and precise diagnostics before they evolve into significant problems. Rather than merely reacting to illness, we proactively design clear, individualized strategies to preserve health over the long term. Our objective is to empower every patient with a profound understanding of their own body, supplemented by actionable steps they can implement immediately. By centering our practice on prevention and clarity, we support patients in constructing a longer, more healthful life.

Your Next Steps


Schedule an appointment: We can review your symptoms and establish a plan for diagnostics.

Visit Our Sleep Center: Undergo a professional evaluation in a comfortable, clinical environment specifically created for the diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders.

Evidence-based Longevity In Bonn

In our practice, we rely exclusively on evidence-based methods and medical diagnostics that have been scientifically proven to make a difference. Our focus is on preventing the “four horsemen” of aging—cardiovascular disease, cancer, metabolic dysfunction, and neurodegeneration—rather than offering trends like epigenetic age tests or wellness drips. Our Prevention strategy addresses tailored exercises, nutrition, sleep, mental health and if necessary support by supplement and medication.

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Cost Of Sleep Focus Session In Bonn

The cost for a Sleep Focus Session is based on the German healthcare pricing system (GOÄ – Gebührenordnung für Ärzte). We encourage you not to stop at consultation alone, but to begin your full Longevity Journey with us. Here is what our protocol looks like:

Sleep Focus Session
199€
Goal: Diagnostic assessment of sleep disorders to establish the link between restorative sleep and longevity, followed by a personalized therapeutic plan.
Duration: 45 minutes
Full Diagnostic Visit
1,399€
Goal: Establish a data-driven biological baseline to unlock personalized peak performance and long-term health optimization.
Duration: 3 hours
Introduction Session
0€
Schedule a quick video call to learn more about The Longevity Practice services and approach.
Duration: 15 minutes

Testimonials

What our customers say about us

Anna, 44 – HRT & Sleep
I never realized how much my hormones were affecting my sleep until I have taken progesterone. After adjusting my therapy and tracking my sleep for six weeks, I went from waking up four or five times a night to sleeping through almost every night. It’s such a relief to finally wake up feeling rested and ready for the day.
Thomas, 46 - Sleep Management
I used to collapse into bed exhausted but then lie there with my mind racing for hours. Learning how to properly down-regulate my nervous system before bed changed everything.
Sophie 39 - Sleep Management
My biggest issue was waking up at 3:00 AM every single night, unable to get back to sleep. I thought it was just stress, but it was actually a blood sugar and cortisol issue.
David, 52 - Deep Sleep
I was living on caffeine because my sleep quality was so poor. I’d get 8 hours, but still feel like a zombie. Tracking my deep sleep and fixing my environment made a massive difference.
Joshua 47 - WASO
By fixing my light exposure and evening routine, I’ve finally synced my internal clock. I wake up before my alarm now, feeling sharp and ready for the day