# Sleep Easy: Insomnia Therapy — Calm Anxiety & Reduce Stress

> Clinically-proven sleep therapy for insomnia, jet lag, and other sleep issues. (iPhone/iPad app by Sleep Easy LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sleep-easy-insomnia-therapy/id1441338499 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Sleep Easy LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1441338498)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Medical
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.16/5 from 328 App Store ratings · 26 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 12.1 · 175 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2020-12-10
- Data updated: 2026-08-12
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sleep-easy-insomnia-therapy/id1441338499/reviews.md

## What is Sleep Easy?

Sleep Easy is a comprehensive sleep solution developed over 25 years by internationally-renowned sleep expert Dr. Richard Shane, whose work has been featured in Men’s Journal, Huffington Post, Dr Oz The Good Life, and over 100 other publications and scientific journals. 

Sleep Easy's methodology engages the neurological switches that induce sleep (we call it "neurosomatic patterning") which is foundational for the effective treatment of sleep difficulties. 

Dr. Shane provides treatments for over 30 common sleep problems including insomnia, jet lag, sleep apnea, nightmares, restless legs, children's sleep, sleep medication reduction and more.

No bedtime stories, no meditations, just treatments that really work. 


• Custom tailored programs designed to meet the users specific sleep challenges. 

• Core program that successfully led to hundreds of thousands sleeping better. 

• Over 100  different sleep programs, resources, sleep hygiene sessions with high quality narration. 

• Clinically-proven methodology developed by sleep expert Dr. Richard Shane, with 81.6% sleeping better.

• Programs based on the neurophysiology of sleep, which is crucial to the effective treatment of insomnia and sleep difficulties.

• Medication Reduction Program to comfortably reduce and eliminate the need for sleeping pills.

• Sleep Sounds developed by Grammy-nominated composers, scientifically designed to help you sleep.

• Resources to help you cope with anxiety, irritability, weight gain, depression and more associated with sleep issues.

• Personalized sleep metrics to track progress and improvement.

• Access to sleep experts who are available to support you in achieving the sleep you deserve.

Give yourself the gift of better sleep, once and for all. 

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## Key features

- Neurosomatic patterning for sleep induction
- Treatments for 30+ sleep problems
- Custom tailored sleep programs
- Clinically-proven methodology
- Medication reduction program
- Scientifically designed sleep sounds
- Sleep metrics tracking

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Sleep Easy Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Sleep Easy Subscription | $79.99 | per year |


## What do users think of Sleep Easy?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Scientifically proven strategies
- 👍 Easy to use and effective
- 💡 Helps fall back asleep quickly
- ✨ Life-changing results
- 😌 Calms body, mind, and emotions
- 📈 Sleep quality significantly improved
- 😴 Reduced dependence on sleep meds
- 🌟 Addresses PTSD and nightmares
- 👍 Versatile resource for sleep challenges
- 😊 Intuitive and relaxing methodology
- 👍 Can change voice and background sounds
- 🚀 Instruction on how to relax into sleep
- 👍 Works for various sleep difficulties
- 😌 Helps to let go of past trauma
- 👍 Dr. Shane's expertise recognized

**Cons**

- 😞 Sleep essence recording not working
- 😠 Annoying and repetitive voice
- 💸 Billing issues and unwanted charges
- ⏳ Difficulty unlocking programs without subscription
- 🤔 Unclear how to access content during free trial
- 👎 Program not helpful for specific sleep issues
- 🚫 App stuck in thinking mode
- 🐛 Code program won't load
- 🤥 Claimed free but charged
- 🎶 No music-only mode option

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Sleep essence recording not working
- Home screen perpetually stuck in thinking mode
- Code program won't load

**Most requested features**

- Music only mode with unlimited time option
- Ability to play background music without recordings

## Recent user reviews (10 of 26)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sleep-easy-insomnia-therapy/id1441338499/reviews.md

### 5/5 — It’s a Game-Changer!

*2025-09-28, version 1.3.1*

Sleep Easy offers scientifically proven strategies to help calm the body, mind, and emotions for insomnia. I was surprised that even on the first night of use I noticed a difference!

### 1/5 — Whats the point of this app

*2024-12-20, version 1.2.8*

The sleep essence recording is not working. It’s actually aggravating me bc the lady’s voice is annoying and repetitive. Are all the recordings in this app this big of a waste of time ?

### 5/5 — Learning so much and sleep improving every day

*2024-12-17, version 1.2.8*

I have been on the 14-day program for 6 nights now and sleeping deeply and when I do wake using your methods to fall back to sleep quickly and easily. 
This sleep app is truly the most well designed and effective one I have ever tried and I am learning so many helpful tools and ideas to enhance my sleep which had previously been so erratic. 
I can’t thank you enough Sleep Easy and Dr. Shane...you and your team have put together something extraordinary and effective!

### 1/5 — Stop billing me

*2024-06-11*

I don’t need this they keep stealing from my SSD

### 3/5 — Good noghts sleep

*2024-05-09, version 1.2.8*

I slept well,

### 5/5 — Amazing

*2022-12-21*

Thank You Dr. Shane

### 1/5 — Unable to get in to day 2

*2022-10-23, version 1.2.7*

Having difficulty unlocking programs without subscription. Spending too much time on the phone prior to bed!! What is the best way to access content during the seven day free period

### 4/5 — Sleep Easy Reveiw

*2022-01-26, version 1.2.7*

Hey guys i have been using this app lately without paying for it and it is very useful I cant believe my sleep improved i got o bet a bit early but always on my phone before bes!
Great app thanks

### 2/5 — Didn’t work for me.

*2021-10-29, version 1.2.6*

I fall asleep within five minutes of going to bed. Every night between one and two AM I wake up and often can not fall back to sleep. I either toss and turn or get out of bed for a couple of hours. Unfortunately, this program was not of any help in solving my problem.

### 5/5 — Learning so much and sleep improving every day

*2021-10-14, version 1.2.5*

I have been on the 14-day program for 6 nights now and sleeping deeply and when I do wake using your methods to fall back to sleep quickly and easily. 
This sleep app is truly the most well designed and effective one I have ever tried and I am learning so many helpful tools and ideas to enhance my sleep which had previously been so erratic. 
I can’t thank you enough Sleep Easy and Dr. Shane...you and your team have put together something extraordinary and effective!

## Frequently asked questions about Sleep Easy

### What is Sleep Easy and how does it work?

Sleep Easy is a comprehensive sleep solution developed by sleep expert Dr. Richard Shane. It utilizes a unique methodology called "neurosomatic patterning" which engages neurological switches that induce sleep. This approach is foundational for effectively treating a wide range of sleep difficulties, going beyond simple bedtime stories or meditations.

### What kind of sleep problems can this app help with?

The app offers treatments for over 30 common sleep problems. This includes insomnia, jet lag, nightmares, restless legs syndrome, children's sleep issues, and assistance with reducing reliance on sleep medication. It also provides resources to help manage anxiety, irritability, and depression associated with sleep problems.

### Is Sleep Easy a free app?

The application is available for free, but it offers in-app purchases. This means you can download and explore some of its features without immediate cost, with the option to purchase additional programs, resources, or premium content to enhance your sleep therapy experience.

### What makes this sleep therapy different from others?

This app's methodology is based on neurophysiology and a clinically-proven technique called "neurosomatic patterning," developed over 25 years by sleep expert Dr. Richard Shane. Unlike apps that focus on bedtime stories or meditation, Sleep Easy provides targeted treatments designed to directly address the neurological causes of sleep difficulties, with a reported 81.6% success rate.

### Can this app help me reduce my reliance on sleeping pills?

Yes, the app features a dedicated Medication Reduction Program. This program is specifically designed to help users comfortably reduce and eventually eliminate the need for sleeping pills. It aims to provide effective sleep solutions that address the underlying issues, making it easier to transition away from pharmaceutical aids.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3.1 — 2025-09-12

We’ve made some behind-the-scenes improvements to help you sleep even easier:

Adjusted the default times for sleep reminders

Fixed audio scrubbing issues some users experienced

Corrected background images for certain sessions

Resolved “Forgot Password” login issues

Fixed background sound playback issues during audio sessions

Sweet dreams

### 1.3 — 2025-04-10

We’ve made some big (and small) updates to support your journey to better sleep:

• Revamped 14-Day Core Treatment Program
We’ve improved and refined our core 14-day treatment program from top to bottom. You’ll find all-new recordings for this essential building block for better sleep. Every session was shaped by your feedback and rigorously tested to ensure it’s the best it can be.

• Legacy Recordings, Reimagined
Love a classic? You’re not alone. All previous nighttime recordings now live in a new section called Nighttime Sleep Sessions, so your favorites are always within reach.

• More Flexible Reminders
We've added more options to help you remember your daytime and nighttime sessions—because consistency counts.

• New Background Sound + Smoother Fade Out
A calming new background sound is now available for nighttime sessions, and background audio now fades out gently over 30 seconds for a more peaceful experience.

• Bug Fixes
We’ve squashed a few bugs to keep everything running smoothly.

As always, we’re here to help you Sleep Easy.

### 1.2.9 — 2025-04-04

We’ve made some big (and small) updates to support your journey to better sleep:

• Revamped 14-Day Core Treatment Program
We’ve improved and refined our core 14-day treatment program from top to bottom. You’ll find all-new recordings for this essential building block for better sleep. Every session was shaped by your feedback and rigorously tested to ensure it’s the best it can be.

• Legacy Recordings, Reimagined
Love a classic? You’re not alone. All previous nighttime recordings now live in a new section called Nighttime Sleep Sessions, so your favorites are always within reach.

• More Flexible Reminders
We've added more options to help you remember your daytime and nighttime sessions—because consistency counts.

• New Background Sound + Smoother Fade Out
A calming new background sound is now available for nighttime sessions, and background audio now fades out gently over 30 seconds for a more peaceful experience.

• Bug Fixes
We’ve squashed a few bugs to keep everything running smoothly.

As always, we’re here to help you Sleep Easy.

### 1.2.8 — 2023-05-31

Hey there, Sleepy head. 
Relaxing little update for you here:
- Improved support for system accessibility features.

As always our number one goal is to change the world through better sleep so if you’ve any feedback or requests please don’t hesitate to reach out at info@sleepeasymethod.com 

Sweet dreams &
Sleep Easy

### 1.2.7 — 2021-12-20

Hey there, Sleepy head. 
Relaxing little update for you here:
- Nothing very big this time - just a few small fixes for better sleep :)

As always our number one goal is to change the world through better sleep so if you’ve any feedback or requests please don’t hesitate to reach out at info@sleepeasymethod.com 

Sweet dreams &
Sleep Easy

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