Sleep or Insomnia Counselling in London

Natalie Louise Therapy
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified
London EC1V (Online Only)
Are you tired of battling against chronic pain or illness every day? Maybe you feel that your life is being controlled by it. This could have led you to feel down or anxious or it may have affected your
sleep
. It can be hard for other people to understand your illness or pain, resulting in feeling isolated from friends and family. Maybe pain has stopped you from continuing with a hobby or keeping on top of the housework. In this position you may be wondering how you can live a valued and fulfilling life.
Are you tired of battling against chronic pain or illness every day? Maybe you feel that your life is being controlled by it. This could have led you to feel down or anxious or it may have affected your
sleep
. It can be hard for other people to understand your illness or pain, resulting in feeling isolated from friends and family. Maybe pain has stopped you from continuing with a hobby or keeping on top of the housework. In this position you may be wondering how you can live a valued and fulfilling life.

Dr Holly Milling: Sleep Specialist + Adult Adhd Assessments
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
London SE1 (Online Only)
Sleep
Clinic: I run a specialist adult
sleep
service (thesleeppractice.
Dr Holly Milling B.Sc., M.sc., DClin.Psy, PG.Dip. is a registered Clinical Psychologist, Accredited Cognitive Behavioural therapist, and Mindfulness teacher. She is a trusted and experienced Behavioural
Sleep
Medicine specialist with years of experience working with neurodiversity. You will receive compassionate & evidence-based treatment from Holly, all from the comfort of your own home or office (via our online clinic). It's easy to get started; simply book a free 15 minute consultation where you can discuss your needs with Holly and get booked in for assessment and support.
Sleep
Clinic: I run a specialist adult
sleep
service (thesleeppractice.
Dr Holly Milling B.Sc., M.sc., DClin.Psy, PG.Dip. is a registered Clinical Psychologist, Accredited Cognitive Behavioural therapist, and Mindfulness teacher. She is a trusted and experienced Behavioural
Sleep
Medicine specialist with years of experience working with neurodiversity. You will receive compassionate & evidence-based treatment from Holly, all from the comfort of your own home or office (via our online clinic). It's easy to get started; simply book a free 15 minute consultation where you can discuss your needs with Holly and get booked in for assessment and support.

Your Psychotherapist
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Verified
London E14 (Online Only)
Do you ever feel worried, stuck, lost, hopeless, lonely, lethargic, anxious, unable to
sleep
– less able to cope with life? Does this affect your ability to enjoy relationships, work, everyday life? Most of us experience challenging times at various stages of our lives but we don’t have to be alone with this. Psychological therapy offers a safe place that helps you to understand and overcome your issues. I will work with you as a team to understand symptoms, underlying issues, their causes and maintenance specific to you. We will find ways forward to relieving symptoms and distress and improving your wellbeing.
Do you ever feel worried, stuck, lost, hopeless, lonely, lethargic, anxious, unable to
sleep
– less able to cope with life? Does this affect your ability to enjoy relationships, work, everyday life? Most of us experience challenging times at various stages of our lives but we don’t have to be alone with this. Psychological therapy offers a safe place that helps you to understand and overcome your issues. I will work with you as a team to understand symptoms, underlying issues, their causes and maintenance specific to you. We will find ways forward to relieving symptoms and distress and improving your wellbeing.

Ilaria Tedeschi
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
London WC1A (Online Only)
As a psychotherapist, I have gained experience helping people from all over the world on issues related to anxiety, stress, low mood, low self esteem, relationships, attachment, parenting, pregnancy, anger and
sleep
problems.
Seeking help or therapy is not always an easy decision. Most of the times this decision implies undertaking a process of reflection and the awareness that something feels off - or is simply nor alright - and that pain or emotional discomfort are involved. Psychotherapy can be the answer as it represents a tool to better deal with the important moment in which we come to terms with who we are and we allow ourselves to change. It can help you nurturing your resources and overcoming the barriers that are blocking you from reaching what you would like.
As a psychotherapist, I have gained experience helping people from all over the world on issues related to anxiety, stress, low mood, low self esteem, relationships, attachment, parenting, pregnancy, anger and
sleep
problems.
Seeking help or therapy is not always an easy decision. Most of the times this decision implies undertaking a process of reflection and the awareness that something feels off - or is simply nor alright - and that pain or emotional discomfort are involved. Psychotherapy can be the answer as it represents a tool to better deal with the important moment in which we come to terms with who we are and we allow ourselves to change. It can help you nurturing your resources and overcoming the barriers that are blocking you from reaching what you would like.

Tiffany Fuller - Therapist & Coach
MSc
Verified
1 Endorsed
London N4
Hello! I'm Tiffany, a cognitive behavioural hypnotherapist and coach. Finding the right therapist can be daunting, I offer a 15mins non-obligatory video consultation to answer your questions. If you're struggling with anxiety, stress,
sleep
issues, confidence/self-esteem, phobias, unwanted habits, or relationship issues, and feel ready to address this in a supportive and encouraging environment, I'm here to help you. Work with me to gain a better understanding of yourself. You'll learn and develop tools, skills, and strategies such as self-hypnosis, mindfulness, and psychoeducation to help you overcome the hurdles holding you back.
Hello! I'm Tiffany, a cognitive behavioural hypnotherapist and coach. Finding the right therapist can be daunting, I offer a 15mins non-obligatory video consultation to answer your questions. If you're struggling with anxiety, stress,
sleep
issues, confidence/self-esteem, phobias, unwanted habits, or relationship issues, and feel ready to address this in a supportive and encouraging environment, I'm here to help you. Work with me to gain a better understanding of yourself. You'll learn and develop tools, skills, and strategies such as self-hypnosis, mindfulness, and psychoeducation to help you overcome the hurdles holding you back.

Sofia Ferreira
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
London W14 (Online Only)
Being listened to and understood by a caring professional in an empathic therapeutic relationship can bring tremendous relief from emotional conflict and pain, develop a stronger self, and promote constructive ways to live a more fulfilling and happy life. I have experience in treating a wide range of mental health or neuropsychological difficulties/conditions, such as: adjustment, abuse, anger, anxiety, depression, OCD, post-traumatic stress, perfectionism, self-esteem, trauma, phobias, stress, emotional regulation,
sleep
, eating multiple sclerosis, traumatic brain injury, dementia, among others.
Being listened to and understood by a caring professional in an empathic therapeutic relationship can bring tremendous relief from emotional conflict and pain, develop a stronger self, and promote constructive ways to live a more fulfilling and happy life. I have experience in treating a wide range of mental health or neuropsychological difficulties/conditions, such as: adjustment, abuse, anger, anxiety, depression, OCD, post-traumatic stress, perfectionism, self-esteem, trauma, phobias, stress, emotional regulation,
sleep
, eating multiple sclerosis, traumatic brain injury, dementia, among others.

Zehavah Handler
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified
London NW4
I also specialize in
sleep
-related issues such as
insomnia
.
Hi, thanks for stopping on my profile. It can be tricky to know which therapist to contact. The best therapist is the one who you feel most comfortable talking to. This is your life, your journey. Whatever it is that made you open this website, hurts. Talk to someone who empathises and can help you to improve how you feel about yourself.
I also specialize in
sleep
-related issues such as
insomnia
.
Hi, thanks for stopping on my profile. It can be tricky to know which therapist to contact. The best therapist is the one who you feel most comfortable talking to. This is your life, your journey. Whatever it is that made you open this website, hurts. Talk to someone who empathises and can help you to improve how you feel about yourself.

Chris James
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
London SW7 (Online Only)
I'm a highly experienced Consultant Clinical Psychologist and
sleep
specialist providing evidence-based psychological interventions (including CBT) for a range of difficulties including
insomnia
, adult ADHD, anxiety, work-related stress and burnout, trauma, depression, OCD, health anxiety, phobia, self-esteem issues and relationship difficulties.
Psychological support is about investing in you. Life can be chaotic, intense, confusing, and we can be left feeling disconnected from ourselves, our lives, and the people around us. Sometimes we just need some space to stop and think. Psychological support is also about developing a deeper understanding of yourself - who you are, what you need, what matters to you. For others, it's about building on existing skills - how to get more out of relationships, improving communication, being more assertive, boosting your
sleep
and performance, learning to be the best version of yourself.
I'm a highly experienced Consultant Clinical Psychologist and
sleep
specialist providing evidence-based psychological interventions (including CBT) for a range of difficulties including
insomnia
, adult ADHD, anxiety, work-related stress and burnout, trauma, depression, OCD, health anxiety, phobia, self-esteem issues and relationship difficulties.
Psychological support is about investing in you. Life can be chaotic, intense, confusing, and we can be left feeling disconnected from ourselves, our lives, and the people around us. Sometimes we just need some space to stop and think. Psychological support is also about developing a deeper understanding of yourself - who you are, what you need, what matters to you. For others, it's about building on existing skills - how to get more out of relationships, improving communication, being more assertive, boosting your
sleep
and performance, learning to be the best version of yourself.

Sleep Well Oxford - Oxford Sleep Clinic
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
London NW1 (Online Only)
Sleep
Well Oxford is an online
sleep
clinic providing diagnostics and evidence-based treatment for a range of non-respiratory
sleep
disorders, including
insomnia
. It is run by Dr Dimitri Gavriloff, a Clinical Psychologist and ESRS Certified
Sleep
Medicine Specialist. As well as running
Sleep
Well Oxford, Dr Gavriloff works for Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust where he runs a non-respiratory
sleep
service, and for the
Sleep
and Circadian Neuroscience Institute, University of Oxford where he is a Clinical Tutor in
Sleep
Medicine and leads the training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for
Insomnia
(CBT-I).
Sleep
Well Oxford is an online
sleep
clinic providing diagnostics and evidence-based treatment for a range of non-respiratory
sleep
disorders, including
insomnia
. It is run by Dr Dimitri Gavriloff, a Clinical Psychologist and ESRS Certified
Sleep
Medicine Specialist. As well as running
Sleep
Well Oxford, Dr Gavriloff works for Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust where he runs a non-respiratory
sleep
service, and for the
Sleep
and Circadian Neuroscience Institute, University of Oxford where he is a Clinical Tutor in
Sleep
Medicine and leads the training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for
Insomnia
(CBT-I).

Lisa Gargaro Sleep Co
PhD
London SW1W (Online Only)
Sleep
issues - With my
sleep
training in CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy) & Angelic Reiki. I offer gentle methods to provide help for those who have sleeping issues, such as falling/staying asleep,
insomnia
& many other general sleeping concerns. If you struggling to
sleep
& wish a step by step method in an easy to follow program created by result proven strategies then I can help you. I offer 2 styles of help. My 1st is a 1-2-1 program in a 4-week program, working weekly to help you achieve better
sleep
. The 2nd is a D.I.Y. self-
sleep
guide, the same theories used, but you complete it at your own pace.
Sleep
issues - With my
sleep
training in CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy) & Angelic Reiki. I offer gentle methods to provide help for those who have sleeping issues, such as falling/staying asleep,
insomnia
& many other general sleeping concerns. If you struggling to
sleep
& wish a step by step method in an easy to follow program created by result proven strategies then I can help you. I offer 2 styles of help. My 1st is a 1-2-1 program in a 4-week program, working weekly to help you achieve better
sleep
. The 2nd is a D.I.Y. self-
sleep
guide, the same theories used, but you complete it at your own pace.

Ruth Galloway-Kirkland
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified
London SW1Y (Online Only)
Are you here for support, but you aren't sure if counselling is quite right for you? I am a Coach and a Therapist. I will facilitate a transformational coaching experience in which you will experience profound personal change. I work well with senior leaders, founders, leaders, solo-preneurs, and entrepreneurs. In addition, I am an EMDR Therapist (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing), and Psychodynamic and Person-Centred Psychotherapist. I work especially well with trauma,
sleep
issues, and addictions. I have 1 coaching space, and no counselling spaces available now.
Are you here for support, but you aren't sure if counselling is quite right for you? I am a Coach and a Therapist. I will facilitate a transformational coaching experience in which you will experience profound personal change. I work well with senior leaders, founders, leaders, solo-preneurs, and entrepreneurs. In addition, I am an EMDR Therapist (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing), and Psychodynamic and Person-Centred Psychotherapist. I work especially well with trauma,
sleep
issues, and addictions. I have 1 coaching space, and no counselling spaces available now.
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Alexia Severis
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified
London SE16
I work different people from age 14 years old upwards, with many different needs. I specialise in working with those suffering from depression, anxiety,
sleep
issues, obsessive &/or compulsive behaviour, stress, loss, chronic illness, neurodiversity. I work predominantly with pregnant women, new parents, parenting issues, young people, couples, family dynamics, employees, creatives, LGBTQIA+, elderly. In my on line private practice the only addictions I work with are workaholism, exercise or mild disordered eating. In addition I do not work with domestic violence.
I work different people from age 14 years old upwards, with many different needs. I specialise in working with those suffering from depression, anxiety,
sleep
issues, obsessive &/or compulsive behaviour, stress, loss, chronic illness, neurodiversity. I work predominantly with pregnant women, new parents, parenting issues, young people, couples, family dynamics, employees, creatives, LGBTQIA+, elderly. In my on line private practice the only addictions I work with are workaholism, exercise or mild disordered eating. In addition I do not work with domestic violence.

Dr Debbie Lovell
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified
London W1G
The interplay of mind and body is also central to my broader work with anxiety, anger, depression, eating and
sleep
disturbances, self esteem, body image and shame.
I am one of a small number of practitioners in the UK who is dually qualified as a chartered psychologist and a sex therapist. My clients may seek help for a specific sexual difficulty such as desire or arousal concerns; or may experience broader distress which also manifests in their sexual and relational world such as low self esteem or perfectionism.
The interplay of mind and body is also central to my broader work with anxiety, anger, depression, eating and
sleep
disturbances, self esteem, body image and shame.
I am one of a small number of practitioners in the UK who is dually qualified as a chartered psychologist and a sex therapist. My clients may seek help for a specific sexual difficulty such as desire or arousal concerns; or may experience broader distress which also manifests in their sexual and relational world such as low self esteem or perfectionism.

Catia Soares
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
Verified
1 Endorsed
London SW11
I offer one-to-one personalised and person-centred sessions, focusing and addressing anxiety and mood disorders; stress,
sleep
, fatigue and burnout, mindful and disordered eating, complex trauma and PTSD, domestic violence/abuse, anger management, self-esteem and confidence, addiction issues, interpersonal issues, life transitions, and gut and brain health.
I'm a Psychologist and Therapist registered with the British Psychology Society and a BANT/CNHC Nutritional Therapist. I'm a person-centred and integrative practitioner, focusing on helping you to build self-compassion, self-understanding, self-empowerment and inner transformation, through a variety of techniques and strategies aligned with what you want and how you would like to feel and become. With me, you will be encouraged to build new life stories, narratives, choices, habits and behaviours that will not only optimise your physical and mental health but boost your inner happiness and resilience.
I offer one-to-one personalised and person-centred sessions, focusing and addressing anxiety and mood disorders; stress,
sleep
, fatigue and burnout, mindful and disordered eating, complex trauma and PTSD, domestic violence/abuse, anger management, self-esteem and confidence, addiction issues, interpersonal issues, life transitions, and gut and brain health.
I'm a Psychologist and Therapist registered with the British Psychology Society and a BANT/CNHC Nutritional Therapist. I'm a person-centred and integrative practitioner, focusing on helping you to build self-compassion, self-understanding, self-empowerment and inner transformation, through a variety of techniques and strategies aligned with what you want and how you would like to feel and become. With me, you will be encouraged to build new life stories, narratives, choices, habits and behaviours that will not only optimise your physical and mental health but boost your inner happiness and resilience.

Jacqueline England
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified
London N11
I am an experienced, BABCP-accred cognitive & behavioural psychotherapist and a BANT- accred nutritionist. Clients have CBT for a variety or reasons: it could be to help a specific mental health problem such as anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, an eating disorder or addiction. Others are going through major life events such as divorce or bereavement, and may be suffering from stress,
insomnia
and guilt. Perhaps you are not coping with relationship issues, or are finding your life is badly effected by anger issues, perfectionism or low self-esteem. CBT is evidence-based, effective and the therapy of choice for the NHS, NICE and WHO.
I am an experienced, BABCP-accred cognitive & behavioural psychotherapist and a BANT- accred nutritionist. Clients have CBT for a variety or reasons: it could be to help a specific mental health problem such as anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, an eating disorder or addiction. Others are going through major life events such as divorce or bereavement, and may be suffering from stress,
insomnia
and guilt. Perhaps you are not coping with relationship issues, or are finding your life is badly effected by anger issues, perfectionism or low self-esteem. CBT is evidence-based, effective and the therapy of choice for the NHS, NICE and WHO.

Sara Bentwood
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Verified
London N20
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years NHS experience providing highly specialist psychological assessment, formulation and interventions to both children and adolescents, other family members including siblings and parents/carers, as well as adults. I have a great deal of experience working with psychological difficulties such as anxiety including OCD, panic attacks, phobias and social anxiety; depression, low self-esteem and poor body image; behaviour difficulties, anger management, school issues such as bullying and family difficulties as well as difficulties with feeding and
sleep
.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years NHS experience providing highly specialist psychological assessment, formulation and interventions to both children and adolescents, other family members including siblings and parents/carers, as well as adults. I have a great deal of experience working with psychological difficulties such as anxiety including OCD, panic attacks, phobias and social anxiety; depression, low self-esteem and poor body image; behaviour difficulties, anger management, school issues such as bullying and family difficulties as well as difficulties with feeding and
sleep
.

Marta Benko
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
London NW3
Supporting kids, YP, parents and adults with: mental health difficulties in the context of a physical illness (especially with endometriosis, asthma, CF, oncology, haematology, gastroenterology, dermatology, neurosurgery, and surgery), health anxiety, functional presentation/ medically unexplained symptom, relationship breakdown and divorce, children and young people, school avoidance/school anxiety, ex-pats and 3rd country children, mood difficulties (anxiety, panic attacks, fear and phobias, low mood) , stress , OCD, body repetitive behaviours (hair pulling, skin picking, nail biting) ,
sleep
, non-underweight eating disorders.
Supporting kids, YP, parents and adults with: mental health difficulties in the context of a physical illness (especially with endometriosis, asthma, CF, oncology, haematology, gastroenterology, dermatology, neurosurgery, and surgery), health anxiety, functional presentation/ medically unexplained symptom, relationship breakdown and divorce, children and young people, school avoidance/school anxiety, ex-pats and 3rd country children, mood difficulties (anxiety, panic attacks, fear and phobias, low mood) , stress , OCD, body repetitive behaviours (hair pulling, skin picking, nail biting) ,
sleep
, non-underweight eating disorders.

Alex Black CBT Therapy
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified
London SE21
I have helped with a range of difficulties, from low mood and self esteem, to stress,
insomnia
, worry and social anxiety, panic, phobias and OCD, coping with traumatic events and loss, or adjusting to health conditions or parenthood.
I'm an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and personal tutor (PG Dip CBT, Institute of Psychiatry) with extensive experience and a genuine passion for helping people struggling with anxiety, depression or both. Working in several NHS Trusts, a specialist bereavement service and private practice, I have worked supportively with many people to identify and break down negative cycles so they can move forward positively in their lives. I often integrate approaches which sit well with CBT, such as Compassion Focused Therapy or ACT, to tailor a course of therapy which will offer the best individual support.
I have helped with a range of difficulties, from low mood and self esteem, to stress,
insomnia
, worry and social anxiety, panic, phobias and OCD, coping with traumatic events and loss, or adjusting to health conditions or parenthood.
I'm an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and personal tutor (PG Dip CBT, Institute of Psychiatry) with extensive experience and a genuine passion for helping people struggling with anxiety, depression or both. Working in several NHS Trusts, a specialist bereavement service and private practice, I have worked supportively with many people to identify and break down negative cycles so they can move forward positively in their lives. I often integrate approaches which sit well with CBT, such as Compassion Focused Therapy or ACT, to tailor a course of therapy which will offer the best individual support.

Kate Miriam Loewenthal
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol
Verified
London N16
I would like to explore whether trauma therapy could be of help to you, in relieving
sleep
and mood difficulties and tensions.
My clients are usually troubled by the things that have happened to them/are happening to them. They may have problems sleeping, and can't take their mind away from what happened. They may have bodily tensions, and may feel bitter, angry and/or depressed and/or aimless. They would like to feel content and happy with their life, their family and/or friends, and perhaps spend time on creative things, or helping people, or doing religious activities, or sports, or studying or developing new skills and interests. They would like to discover or rediscover purpose and meaning in life.
I would like to explore whether trauma therapy could be of help to you, in relieving
sleep
and mood difficulties and tensions.
My clients are usually troubled by the things that have happened to them/are happening to them. They may have problems sleeping, and can't take their mind away from what happened. They may have bodily tensions, and may feel bitter, angry and/or depressed and/or aimless. They would like to feel content and happy with their life, their family and/or friends, and perhaps spend time on creative things, or helping people, or doing religious activities, or sports, or studying or developing new skills and interests. They would like to discover or rediscover purpose and meaning in life.

Michelle O'Sullivan
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
London W1G
I am a trauma specialist Chartered Clinical Psychologist, helping people with their recovery for over ten years. I have a particular interest in supporting people who are experiencing distress due to problems with their work, and those who have developed addictive behaviours to cope with traumatic events. I frequently work with people are experiencing low mood, worry, and
sleep
difficulties. Sometimes life pulls rug out from you. In therapy we can work together to help you through those times and reclaim your life. We will use the therapeutic space to focus on what is important to you. Read more here: www.osullivanpsychology.org
I am a trauma specialist Chartered Clinical Psychologist, helping people with their recovery for over ten years. I have a particular interest in supporting people who are experiencing distress due to problems with their work, and those who have developed addictive behaviours to cope with traumatic events. I frequently work with people are experiencing low mood, worry, and
sleep
difficulties. Sometimes life pulls rug out from you. In therapy we can work together to help you through those times and reclaim your life. We will use the therapeutic space to focus on what is important to you. Read more here: www.osullivanpsychology.org
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Sleep or Insomnia Counsellors
How effective is treatment for insomnia?
The most effective treatments for insomnia are behavioral techniques that reduce anxiety, including anxiety about falling asleep, and allow the body’s natural cycles to be recalibrated. The most common treatment is cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), which researchers have found to be more useful than medication, with rates of success as high as 80 percent.
Are there specific medications for sleep problems?
There are many medications, both over-the-counter and prescription that treat sleep problems. Supplements such as melatonin are popular and may help, though there is little evidence that it is more effective than a placebo. Prescription medications such as zolpidem are sometimes prescribed.
Are there natural treatments for sleep problems?
There are many natural treatments for everyday sleep problems. Reducing blue-light emitting screens, setting a regular bedtime, regular exercise, reducing caffeine and nicotine consumption, and keeping the bedroom dark and cool at night are all lifestyle changes that can help those who struggle with sleep but may not reach the level of an insomnia diagnosis.
What’s the difference between having trouble falling asleep and insomnia?
Life events, stress, and anxiety can lead to sleepless nights for everyone from time to time. To be diagnosed with insomnia, a patient must experience trouble falling asleep, trouble remaining asleep, waking up too early, or non-restorative sleep at least three nights per week for at least one month. Sleep problems affect one-third to one-half of the population, while chronic insomnia affects about 10 to 15 percent of people.