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Michael J. Breus Ph.D.

About

Michael J. Breus, Ph.D., is a Clinical Psychologist and both a Diplomate of the American Board of Sleep Medicine and a Fellow of The American Academy of Sleep Medicine. He was one of the youngest people to have passed the Board at age 31 and, with a specialty in Sleep Disorders, is one of only 168 psychologists in the world with his credentials and distinction. Dr. Breus is on the clinical advisory board of The Dr. Oz Show and is a regular contributor on the show (35+ times).

Dr. Breus is the author of The Power of When, (September 2016) his third book which is a ground breaking bio-hacking book proving that there is a perfect time to do everything, based on your hidden biological chronotype. Dr. Breus gives the reader the exact perfect time to have sex, run, a mile, eat a cheeseburger, ask your boss for a raise and much more.

His second book The Sleep Doctor’s Diet Plan: Lose Weight Through Better Sleep (Rodale Books; May 2011), discusses the science and relationship between quality sleep and metabolism.

His first book, GOOD NIGHT: The Sleep Doctor’s 4-WeekProgram to Better Sleep and Better Health (Dutton/Penguin), an Amazon Top 100 Best Seller, has been met with rave reviews and continues to change the lives of readers.

Dr. Breus is the Chair of The Sleep Technology Section and their first Ambassador at Health 2.0 a cutting edge health technology conference. This conference has recently moved to CES (2017), where Dr. Breus will have similar responsibilities.

Dr. Breus has supplied his expertise with both consulting and as a sleep educator (spokesperson) to brands such as Princess Cruise lines, Six Senses Hotel and Spa, Lighting Science Group, Advil PM, Breathe Rite, Crowne Plaza Hotels, Dong Energy (Denmark), Merck (Belsomra), and many more.

For over 14 years Dr. Breus has served as the Sleep Expert for WebMD. Dr. Breus also writes The Insomnia Blog and can be found regularly on, The Huffington Post, Psychology Today, Sharecare, and The Oz Blog.

Dr. Breus has provided editorial services for numerous medical and psychology peer-reviewed journals and has given hundreds of presentations to professionals and the general public. He has published original research and worked on grant funded projects and clinical trials.

Among his numerous national media appearances, Dr. Breus has been interviewed on CNN, Oprah, The View, Anderson Cooper, Rachel Ray, Fox and Friends, The Doctors, Joy Behar, The CBS Early Show, The Today Show, and Kelly and Michael. He is an expert resource for most major publications doing more than 100 interviews per year (WSJ, NYT, Wash Post, and most popular magazines). He also appears regularly on Dr. OZ and Sirius XM Radio.

Dr. Breus has been in private practice for 16 years and recently relocated his practice to Los Angles. And can be reached by phone at 480-999-5900 or on the web at www.thesleepdoctor.com

Books by Michael J. Breus Ph.D.
Recent Posts
Can Sleep Become an Addiction?
Have you ever had a morning when you just didn’t want to get out of bed? Maybe you did stay in bed. But it's not likely because you'd become addicted to rest.
How Sleep Can Protect Your Energy

Today, let's focus on what we can control. Here are some simple, effective steps that can protect our sleep and maintain our physical and emotional energy.

Today, let's focus on what we can control. Here are some simple, effective steps that can protect our sleep and maintain our physical and emotional energy.

What Is the Best Posture for Sleep?

Are you a back sleeper, a stomach sleeper, or a side sleeper? Your sleep position is an important part of a good night’s rest.

Are you a back sleeper, a stomach sleeper, or a side sleeper? Your sleep position is an important part of a good night’s rest.

How to Power Through the Afternoon Slump

When faced with midday fatigue, many people’s first instinct is to reach for an extra cup of coffee or tea. But there are other, more effective ways to get through the afternoon slump.

When faced with midday fatigue, many people’s first instinct is to reach for an extra cup of coffee or tea. But there are other, more effective ways to get through the afternoon slump.

How to Stay Energized Into the New Year

This time of year presents a challenge for sticking to the balanced eating routines that support healthy sleep and optimize our energy and vitality.

This time of year presents a challenge for sticking to the balanced eating routines that support healthy sleep and optimize our energy and vitality.