About Kate
Hi, I’m Dr. Kate Johnson
I’ve spent my career studying the science of sleep, and my mission is simple: to turn that knowledge into practical support that transforms family life. My approach blends world-class research with real-world parenting, so that you feel supported, understood, and confident as you guide your child toward better sleep.
“Sleep is a skill—and like all skills, it’s best learned with support, not pressure.”
My Philosophy
I believe that every child has an innate ability to sleep. But like walking or talking, it’s a skill that needs time, encouragement, and the right kind of support to develop.
As parents, our role isn’t to force sleep—it’s to empower our children to discover their own rhythm, with the safety of our guidance. When we help them learn to self-soothe and self-regulate, we’re not withdrawing—we’re building their resilience. We’re supporting them to develop skills that not only help them sleep, but help them thrive long-term.
And as they grow in confidence, so do we. Because when you know how sleep works, and you trust the path you’re on, parenting becomes calmer, clearer, and more connected.
Sleep doesn’t have to be a battle. You don’t have to choose between what feels instinctive and what actually works—you can have both.
My Credentials
University of Melbourne
Bachelor of Science (Psychology)
Ph.D. in Sleep Physiology
Stanford Research Institute, USA
Postdoctoral Fellowship in the Human Sleep and Neuroscience Programs
Manager, Human Sleep Research Laboratory
Harvard Medical School & Brigham and Women’s Hospital (Boston, USA)
Postdoctoral Fellowship in the Division of Sleep Medicine
Academic Work
Lecturer and contributor to international peer-reviewed sleep journals
Speaker and educator in the field of child and adult sleep science
Professional Memberships
International Association of Child Sleep Consultants
Association of Professional Sleep Consultants
Why I Do This Work
Sleep deprivation can affect everything—from our mental health to our ability to parent in the way we want. I do this work because I believe no family should have to walk through that alone.
I’m here to help you understand sleep, trust your instincts, and build a plan that works for your child. With the right support, sleep becomes something that strengthens your family—not something that breaks you down.
Let’s rebuild your nights—and your confidence—together.