Sleep or Insomnia Therapists in Playa Vista, CA

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Melissa Kay
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Playa Vista, CA 90094
"I CAN HELP YOU FIND HAPPINESS AND CREATE THE LIFE YOU WANT" Your thoughts and feelings determine what your life is about and I can help guide you towards the manifestation of your dreams and happiness in all areas of your life, such as relationships, marriage, family, healthy body, career, success, etc. I have a unique approach that includes Holistic Counseling, Spirituality, the "Law of Attraction" and Mind-Body-Spirit Healing. I am very intuitive and a healer and I have had great success helping people thrive and live the life they want. I love the work I do and feel called to help you.
"I CAN HELP YOU FIND HAPPINESS AND CREATE THE LIFE YOU WANT" Your thoughts and feelings determine what your life is about and I can help guide you towards the manifestation of your dreams and happiness in all areas of your life, such as relationships, marriage, family, healthy body, career, success, etc. I have a unique approach that includes Holistic Counseling, Spirituality, the "Law of Attraction" and Mind-Body-Spirit Healing. I am very intuitive and a healer and I have had great success helping people thrive and live the life they want. I love the work I do and feel called to help you.
(310) 683-5422 View (310) 683-5422
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Khana Lacewell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Playa Vista, CA 90094  (Online Only)
Are you a woman in your 20's, 30's or 40's who is struggling with anxiety, depression, friend or dating issues, career/creative/life purpose confusion, burnout, loneliness/lack of connection, self-judgment, Imposter/Comparison Syndrome? Are you struggling to get clarity around big or small life decisions and move forward on your path, yet feel blocked, stuck or a little behind? You're definitely not alone, and I've been helping women just like you feel more comfortable in their own skin, cultivate healthy relationships, increase clarity and calm, and create healthier, happier routines so they can be their best selves.
Are you a woman in your 20's, 30's or 40's who is struggling with anxiety, depression, friend or dating issues, career/creative/life purpose confusion, burnout, loneliness/lack of connection, self-judgment, Imposter/Comparison Syndrome? Are you struggling to get clarity around big or small life decisions and move forward on your path, yet feel blocked, stuck or a little behind? You're definitely not alone, and I've been helping women just like you feel more comfortable in their own skin, cultivate healthy relationships, increase clarity and calm, and create healthier, happier routines so they can be their best selves.
(310) 927-1086 View (310) 927-1086
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Jennifer Lauren Arceneaux
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Playa Vista, CA 90094  (Online Only)
Welcome! I am a licensed psychotherapist in Los Angeles, Ca, and I specialize in working with millennials, professionals, parents, and couples. We can work together on resolving relationship conflicts, coping with feelings of being overwhelmed at work and home, breaking free from unproductive patterns, overcoming parenting challenges, and finding more joy and purpose in life. When you join me in therapy, we will develop a therapy plan, that will introduce you to new strategies, targeted at meeting your specific goals.
Welcome! I am a licensed psychotherapist in Los Angeles, Ca, and I specialize in working with millennials, professionals, parents, and couples. We can work together on resolving relationship conflicts, coping with feelings of being overwhelmed at work and home, breaking free from unproductive patterns, overcoming parenting challenges, and finding more joy and purpose in life. When you join me in therapy, we will develop a therapy plan, that will introduce you to new strategies, targeted at meeting your specific goals.
(323) 736-5199 View (323) 736-5199
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Marcela Rondani
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CEDS, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Playa Vista, CA 90094
I believe that psychotherapy can be a tool to help someone to increase their self-awareness and promote healing and reparation to the life's pain and struggles. If you would like someone on your side to the new journey of rediscovering who you are and who you want to be, that is my goal. To provide support through this new path with the objective that life will unfold with more joy and happiness.
I believe that psychotherapy can be a tool to help someone to increase their self-awareness and promote healing and reparation to the life's pain and struggles. If you would like someone on your side to the new journey of rediscovering who you are and who you want to be, that is my goal. To provide support through this new path with the objective that life will unfold with more joy and happiness.
(310) 933-3406 View (310) 933-3406
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Leigh Hall
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Playa Vista, CA 90094  (Online Only)
Anxiety, sadness, and stress can be immobilizing, and current world events seem overwhelming for many of us, leading to feelings of helplessness and despair. These emotions are normal reactions to abnormal times, but just knowing that isn't always enough. Most of us could use some extra support right now. Whether you need a nonjudgmental listener who can help you make sense of your feelings; someone to assist you in adding to your repertoire of effective coping mechanisms; or a coach who can illuminate, and gently push you to change, thought and behavior patterns that may be contributing to keeping you "stuck," therapy can help.
Anxiety, sadness, and stress can be immobilizing, and current world events seem overwhelming for many of us, leading to feelings of helplessness and despair. These emotions are normal reactions to abnormal times, but just knowing that isn't always enough. Most of us could use some extra support right now. Whether you need a nonjudgmental listener who can help you make sense of your feelings; someone to assist you in adding to your repertoire of effective coping mechanisms; or a coach who can illuminate, and gently push you to change, thought and behavior patterns that may be contributing to keeping you "stuck," therapy can help.
(424) 334-2430 View (424) 334-2430
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Gayla Terzian
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Playa Vista, CA 90094
Deciding to seek therapy takes courage and is not always an easy thing to do, but sometimes we all need a little help and objective guidance with what life is handing us. Whether it's depression, anxiety, relationship issues, a life transition, coping skills, addiction, grief and loss, personal exploration or something else, I possess a wide range of professional and personal experience. If you think you may be ready to address what's bothering you more directly, with some professional and compassionate assistance, please contact me for a free 30-minute phone consultation to see if we're a good fit.
Deciding to seek therapy takes courage and is not always an easy thing to do, but sometimes we all need a little help and objective guidance with what life is handing us. Whether it's depression, anxiety, relationship issues, a life transition, coping skills, addiction, grief and loss, personal exploration or something else, I possess a wide range of professional and personal experience. If you think you may be ready to address what's bothering you more directly, with some professional and compassionate assistance, please contact me for a free 30-minute phone consultation to see if we're a good fit.
(424) 384-1764 View (424) 384-1764
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Playa Vista Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Playa Vista, CA 90094
Looking to create a more satisfying relationship with yourself, your partner or your family? We can help! Our team of therapists will help you identify your concerns and work together to create a path towards your goal. We work with clients who are experiencing problems concerning anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationships and trauma. Our therapists are trained in working with individuals as well as couples, using evidence based treatments such as CBT for effective therapy.
Looking to create a more satisfying relationship with yourself, your partner or your family? We can help! Our team of therapists will help you identify your concerns and work together to create a path towards your goal. We work with clients who are experiencing problems concerning anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationships and trauma. Our therapists are trained in working with individuals as well as couples, using evidence based treatments such as CBT for effective therapy.
(323) 347-3164 View (323) 347-3164
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Jessica Pieczynski Dennis
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Playa Vista, CA 90094
The goal of my practice is to help individuals and families navigate life's stressors using mindfulness and acceptance-based treatments that are supported by research. Whether it is adjusting to a new phase in life, coping with a major health issue, or feeling stuck in unhealthy patterns, I aim to help my clients gain a deeper understanding of their struggles, respond to their experience with compassion, and reduce unhelpful ways of reacting so that they can navigate whatever challenges arise.
The goal of my practice is to help individuals and families navigate life's stressors using mindfulness and acceptance-based treatments that are supported by research. Whether it is adjusting to a new phase in life, coping with a major health issue, or feeling stuck in unhealthy patterns, I aim to help my clients gain a deeper understanding of their struggles, respond to their experience with compassion, and reduce unhelpful ways of reacting so that they can navigate whatever challenges arise.
(424) 532-9359 View (424) 532-9359
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Katie Chaudry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Playa Vista, CA 90094
Hi! Whether you’re new to therapy, returning, or trying to find a new therapist that is a better fit for you, you’re going in the right direction! I know that searching for the right fit can feel daunting but it is an important step in the process. If you prioritize compatibility and find someone that you connect with and who you truly believe understands what you’re going through, therapy will feel enjoyable and effective! With that in mind, if you’re looking for an authentic and relatable therapist, we may be a good fit for each other. I am direct, playful and value bringing my genuine personality to the therapeutic relationship.
Hi! Whether you’re new to therapy, returning, or trying to find a new therapist that is a better fit for you, you’re going in the right direction! I know that searching for the right fit can feel daunting but it is an important step in the process. If you prioritize compatibility and find someone that you connect with and who you truly believe understands what you’re going through, therapy will feel enjoyable and effective! With that in mind, if you’re looking for an authentic and relatable therapist, we may be a good fit for each other. I am direct, playful and value bringing my genuine personality to the therapeutic relationship.
(424) 398-8548 View (424) 398-8548
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Sarah Alkayali
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
Playa Vista, CA 90094  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I'm a bilingual therapist who provides EMDR therapy and Flash EMDR Technique for children, adolescents, and adults. I have a passion for helping individuals and families thrive, and my journey informs my approach, I was born and raised in Baghdad, Iraq, and moved to the States at the age of 17. This unique perspective allows me to bring empathy and understanding to my work as I understand the ebbs and flows of life's transitions; I've been there, I understand! I know each person's story is different, and I’m here to listen to yours and support you on your journey toward healing and growth. Please don't hesitate to reach out!
I'm a bilingual therapist who provides EMDR therapy and Flash EMDR Technique for children, adolescents, and adults. I have a passion for helping individuals and families thrive, and my journey informs my approach, I was born and raised in Baghdad, Iraq, and moved to the States at the age of 17. This unique perspective allows me to bring empathy and understanding to my work as I understand the ebbs and flows of life's transitions; I've been there, I understand! I know each person's story is different, and I’m here to listen to yours and support you on your journey toward healing and growth. Please don't hesitate to reach out!
(310) 361-2721 View (310) 361-2721

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Heather Turgeon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90071
I've co-authored 3 books on sleep, parenting, and empathic communication, and have written articles for publications like The New York Times, The Washington Post, and The Atlantic.
I am a psychotherapist and sleep specialist. I have over 10 years of experience helping people with both solution-focused, brief coaching and consultations, as well as longer-term in depth therapy.
I've co-authored 3 books on sleep, parenting, and empathic communication, and have written articles for publications like The New York Times, The Washington Post, and The Atlantic.
I am a psychotherapist and sleep specialist. I have over 10 years of experience helping people with both solution-focused, brief coaching and consultations, as well as longer-term in depth therapy.
(310) 907-9456 View (310) 907-9456
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Counseling For A Positive Change
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90026  (Online Only)
Is anxiety, worry, fear, troubled sleep or panic interfering with your success and happiness? While working together, you will develop powerful skills that you can start applying right away in your life at home and at work. If feeling overwhelmed, you will learn how to overcome your insecurities and you can gain confidence and end dreaded anxiety. You can build better relationships with your spouse, partner, family, colleagues, and friends. You can find a path forward. Contact me via phone, text, or email. I'm looking forward to helping! From the first session you will learn powerful skills that you can apply right away.
Is anxiety, worry, fear, troubled sleep or panic interfering with your success and happiness? While working together, you will develop powerful skills that you can start applying right away in your life at home and at work. If feeling overwhelmed, you will learn how to overcome your insecurities and you can gain confidence and end dreaded anxiety. You can build better relationships with your spouse, partner, family, colleagues, and friends. You can find a path forward. Contact me via phone, text, or email. I'm looking forward to helping! From the first session you will learn powerful skills that you can apply right away.
(323) 968-7357 View (323) 968-7357
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Anissa Bell
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90072  (Online Only)
I specialize in treating sleep issues utilizing CBT-I, recommended as first line treatment for adults struggling with chronic insomnia.
Are you struggling with sleep, anxiety, or both? Dealing with insomnia, and especially the anxiety + insomnia combination, can be an overwhelming and isolating experience. You may be exhausted trying to manage this on your own or with support that hasn't been quite the right fit for your needs. My goal is to help you understand and manage your anxiety, insomnia, relationship stress, mood changes (or all of these), so that you can thrive. You are here because you are ready! Let's discuss your goals so we can take proactive steps together towards positive change.
I specialize in treating sleep issues utilizing CBT-I, recommended as first line treatment for adults struggling with chronic insomnia.
Are you struggling with sleep, anxiety, or both? Dealing with insomnia, and especially the anxiety + insomnia combination, can be an overwhelming and isolating experience. You may be exhausted trying to manage this on your own or with support that hasn't been quite the right fit for your needs. My goal is to help you understand and manage your anxiety, insomnia, relationship stress, mood changes (or all of these), so that you can thrive. You are here because you are ready! Let's discuss your goals so we can take proactive steps together towards positive change.
(858) 256-7968 View (858) 256-7968
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Sarah Kate McGowan
Psychologist, PhD, DBSM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90050
I specialize in the treatment of insomnia, circadian rhythm disorders, and other sleep disorders. Sleep difficulties are often overlooked and yet they undermine our mood, productivity, creativity, memory, and overall health. Whether you recently started having difficulty with sleep or it's been a long standing problem, there are highly effective treatments that do NOT involve the use of medications. In fact, if you are currently taking medications for sleep but would like to reduce or eliminate them, I can help. If anxious thoughts are interfering with your sleep, we can find ways to reduce the impact that anxiety has on your sleep.
I specialize in the treatment of insomnia, circadian rhythm disorders, and other sleep disorders. Sleep difficulties are often overlooked and yet they undermine our mood, productivity, creativity, memory, and overall health. Whether you recently started having difficulty with sleep or it's been a long standing problem, there are highly effective treatments that do NOT involve the use of medications. In fact, if you are currently taking medications for sleep but would like to reduce or eliminate them, I can help. If anxious thoughts are interfering with your sleep, we can find ways to reduce the impact that anxiety has on your sleep.
(424) 789-8423 View (424) 789-8423
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Therapy Lab Los Angeles
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90026
Common goals include depression, anxiety, stress, relationship problems, insomnia, burnout, parenting, child anxiety, and self-esteem.
Accepting new clients! Therapy Lab offers ADHD and autism assessments and therapy that's based on your needs. Check out our website to see a menu of treatment plans based on common goals for therapy. With your input, we'll make a plan that's based on your goals, your timeline, and your budget. Our science-based plans are designed to support you in overcoming distress, so you walk away with emotional health and insight. At your first session, your therapist will get to know you and pick or design a plan that’s customized to your needs.
Common goals include depression, anxiety, stress, relationship problems, insomnia, burnout, parenting, child anxiety, and self-esteem.
Accepting new clients! Therapy Lab offers ADHD and autism assessments and therapy that's based on your needs. Check out our website to see a menu of treatment plans based on common goals for therapy. With your input, we'll make a plan that's based on your goals, your timeline, and your budget. Our science-based plans are designed to support you in overcoming distress, so you walk away with emotional health and insight. At your first session, your therapist will get to know you and pick or design a plan that’s customized to your needs.
(323) 455-8080 View (323) 455-8080
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Margaret de Lima Hering
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90071  (Online Only)
Are you feeling like you can't get out of a downward spiral in your life or feeling a general unhappiness? Maybe you are struggling with low mood or feeling depressed. Maybe it's a doom feeling, anxiety or uncontrollable worrying that interferes with sleep, relationships, success. My commitment as a therapist is centered on helping you figure out the roadblocks and removing these obstacles safely. My specialties include depression, anxiety, including performance or social anxiety, panic attacks, and trauma. I work with California and Oregon clients.
Are you feeling like you can't get out of a downward spiral in your life or feeling a general unhappiness? Maybe you are struggling with low mood or feeling depressed. Maybe it's a doom feeling, anxiety or uncontrollable worrying that interferes with sleep, relationships, success. My commitment as a therapist is centered on helping you figure out the roadblocks and removing these obstacles safely. My specialties include depression, anxiety, including performance or social anxiety, panic attacks, and trauma. I work with California and Oregon clients.
(415) 235-8163 View (415) 235-8163
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Dr. Christina M. Charlotin
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90071
I specialize in working with adults who experience depression, anxiety disorders (agoraphobia, panic disorder, social anxiety, specific phobias), OCD, insomnia, chronic pain, relationship challenges, heartbreak, phase-of-life stressors, procrastination behaviors & LGBTQ/Race related challenges.
In our work together, my intention is to help you break away from the maladaptive thought patterns, emotions, actions, and external circumstances that keep you stuck in an unwanted experience. My goal is to help you create progress towards the life you do want for yourself. I’ll want to understand the changes you’d like to see in yourself. With this in mind, I’ll want to identify the behaviors you’d like to demonstrate, the lasting emotions you’d like to feel, and the outcomes you’d like to see present themselves in your life. With that information, we'll set the overall goals for therapy. Now providing Psychedelic Assisted Therapy.
I specialize in working with adults who experience depression, anxiety disorders (agoraphobia, panic disorder, social anxiety, specific phobias), OCD, insomnia, chronic pain, relationship challenges, heartbreak, phase-of-life stressors, procrastination behaviors & LGBTQ/Race related challenges.
In our work together, my intention is to help you break away from the maladaptive thought patterns, emotions, actions, and external circumstances that keep you stuck in an unwanted experience. My goal is to help you create progress towards the life you do want for yourself. I’ll want to understand the changes you’d like to see in yourself. With this in mind, I’ll want to identify the behaviors you’d like to demonstrate, the lasting emotions you’d like to feel, and the outcomes you’d like to see present themselves in your life. With that information, we'll set the overall goals for therapy. Now providing Psychedelic Assisted Therapy.
(213) 500-9543 View (213) 500-9543
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Joana Valerie Saguin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90013  (Online Only)
, CBT, DBT, MI, ERP, CBT for Insomnia and CBT for Eating Disorders).
Are you having challenges with your mental health due to uncontrollable anxiety, major depression exacerbated by one or more external stressors? Are you struggling to find your identity again postpartum and feeling stuck in adjusting with your new reality? Do you have unresolved grief or maybe just need someone trustworthy and nonjudgemental to talk to? I may be the suitable professional to support you in overcoming these challenges and others specific to your needs. I take on a collaborative approach because it is important for me that my patients feel empowered and validated about their treatment plans, goals and progress.
, CBT, DBT, MI, ERP, CBT for Insomnia and CBT for Eating Disorders).
Are you having challenges with your mental health due to uncontrollable anxiety, major depression exacerbated by one or more external stressors? Are you struggling to find your identity again postpartum and feeling stuck in adjusting with your new reality? Do you have unresolved grief or maybe just need someone trustworthy and nonjudgemental to talk to? I may be the suitable professional to support you in overcoming these challenges and others specific to your needs. I take on a collaborative approach because it is important for me that my patients feel empowered and validated about their treatment plans, goals and progress.
(213) 693-2739 View (213) 693-2739
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Silver Lake Psychology
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90026
Relationship and sexual concerns, couples therapy, anxiety, addiction, trauma, eating disorders, stress management, insomnia, women's issues, creativity, lgbtqia welcome.
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience. We are a collective of east side therapists at Silver Lake Psychology with a wide range of specialties. Our intake professionals will help connect you with the right therapist for your needs. We make appointments easy, offering evenings and weekends and flexibility for creative professionals who can't make the same time each week.
Relationship and sexual concerns, couples therapy, anxiety, addiction, trauma, eating disorders, stress management, insomnia, women's issues, creativity, lgbtqia welcome.
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience. We are a collective of east side therapists at Silver Lake Psychology with a wide range of specialties. Our intake professionals will help connect you with the right therapist for your needs. We make appointments easy, offering evenings and weekends and flexibility for creative professionals who can't make the same time each week.
(310) 341-0323 View (310) 341-0323
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Leigh Kilgore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSA, LICSW, MBA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90012  (Online Only)
I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) which is effective with treating anxiety, depression, insomnia, and chronic pain.
My goal is to provide targeted, well-researched treatments that enable patients to successfully graduate from therapy. At the end of our intake visit, I will share the estimated number of treatments to expect given your history and symptoms. We'll periodically check in on your progress to ensure you are improving and benefiting from therapy. I am licensed in all 50 states, which can make accessing therapy more convenient. I have 15 years of professional experience treating adults and often see patients with anxiety, depression, and/or difficulty managing stress and relationships.
I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) which is effective with treating anxiety, depression, insomnia, and chronic pain.
My goal is to provide targeted, well-researched treatments that enable patients to successfully graduate from therapy. At the end of our intake visit, I will share the estimated number of treatments to expect given your history and symptoms. We'll periodically check in on your progress to ensure you are improving and benefiting from therapy. I am licensed in all 50 states, which can make accessing therapy more convenient. I have 15 years of professional experience treating adults and often see patients with anxiety, depression, and/or difficulty managing stress and relationships.
(206) 944-5866 View (206) 944-5866

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Sleep or Insomnia Therapists

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.