Sleep or Insomnia Psychiatrists in Aliso Viejo, CA

Charles Anthony Scribner
Psychiatric Nurse, PMHNP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Struggling to keep up with the important roles in your life such as work, school, family. Your mind won’t slow down, leaving you irritable with the ones you love most? Stuck in emotional loops, replaying past conversations? Can't focus? Overwhelmed or frustrated by missing out on completing tasks, again? You may be navigating life transitions but want to feel better. You’re not alone and support is within reach.
Struggling to keep up with the important roles in your life such as work, school, family. Your mind won’t slow down, leaving you irritable with the ones you love most? Stuck in emotional loops, replaying past conversations? Can't focus? Overwhelmed or frustrated by missing out on completing tasks, again? You may be navigating life transitions but want to feel better. You’re not alone and support is within reach.
(657) 645-0929 View (657) 645-0929
Stacy Petersen
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-C, FNP-C, NCRP
Online Only
I am passionate about helping women as they navigate the complex intersection of mental health and hormonal well-being. Many of my clients come to me during pivotal life stages—pregnancy, postpartum, menopause—or while managing conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), premenstrual dysmorphic disorder (PMDD), or other endocrine imbalances. These challenges can bring emotional struggles such as anxiety, depression, or mood swings, often leaving women feeling disconnected and overwhelmed.
I am passionate about helping women as they navigate the complex intersection of mental health and hormonal well-being. Many of my clients come to me during pivotal life stages—pregnancy, postpartum, menopause—or while managing conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), premenstrual dysmorphic disorder (PMDD), or other endocrine imbalances. These challenges can bring emotional struggles such as anxiety, depression, or mood swings, often leaving women feeling disconnected and overwhelmed.
Hadi Estakhri
Psychiatrist, MD
Serves Area
Hadi Estakhri, MD — or Dr. E as his patients know him — is a double board-certified, Harvard-trained psychiatrist practicing at Allied Psychiatry and Mental Health in Newport Beach, California. He offers customized, patient-focused treatments to address the unique needs and circumstances of each patient. With more than two decades of professional experience, he has vast proficiency in the mental health field. His expertise is in treating a wide range of psychiatric and addictive disorders in both adult and adolescents.
Hadi Estakhri, MD — or Dr. E as his patients know him — is a double board-certified, Harvard-trained psychiatrist practicing at Allied Psychiatry and Mental Health in Newport Beach, California. He offers customized, patient-focused treatments to address the unique needs and circumstances of each patient. With more than two decades of professional experience, he has vast proficiency in the mental health field. His expertise is in treating a wide range of psychiatric and addictive disorders in both adult and adolescents.
(949) 401-7487 View (949) 401-7487
Dr. George Tun
Psychiatrist, MD
Serves Area
Dr. Tun is an interventional psychiatrist specializing in mood disorders, Treatment-Resistant Depression (TRD), and TMS. His goal is to raise awareness in the community about the benefits of interventional treatments like TMS and its role in treating depression and disorders that co-occur with depression, such as generalized anxiety, OCD, and PTSD. Prior to founding Even Better Mood Clinic, Dr. Tun has worked as a psychiatrist in the San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Orange County areas. His most recent position was Regional Medical Director of Orange County at Mindful Health Solutions.
Dr. Tun is an interventional psychiatrist specializing in mood disorders, Treatment-Resistant Depression (TRD), and TMS. His goal is to raise awareness in the community about the benefits of interventional treatments like TMS and its role in treating depression and disorders that co-occur with depression, such as generalized anxiety, OCD, and PTSD. Prior to founding Even Better Mood Clinic, Dr. Tun has worked as a psychiatrist in the San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Orange County areas. His most recent position was Regional Medical Director of Orange County at Mindful Health Solutions.
(949) 881-6410 View (949) 881-6410
Summer Brown
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
9 Endorsed
Serves Area
In my practice, I embrace the full spectrum of adult life, from my youngest client at 18 to my oldest at 103. This wide range reflects my commitment to providing dedicated mental health care to all adults, whether you're facing conditions like depression, anxiety, bipolar, ADHD, or seeking overall mental wellness. My approach is centered on understanding and addressing your unique needs with personalized medication management and supportive therapy. Committed to navigating life’s challenges with you, I offer same-day appointments, ensuring a treatment plan that respects and responds to the diverse experiences of all ages.
In my practice, I embrace the full spectrum of adult life, from my youngest client at 18 to my oldest at 103. This wide range reflects my commitment to providing dedicated mental health care to all adults, whether you're facing conditions like depression, anxiety, bipolar, ADHD, or seeking overall mental wellness. My approach is centered on understanding and addressing your unique needs with personalized medication management and supportive therapy. Committed to navigating life’s challenges with you, I offer same-day appointments, ensuring a treatment plan that respects and responds to the diverse experiences of all ages.
(949) 990-5650 View (949) 990-5650
Hadi Estakhri
Psychiatrist, MD
Serves Area
Hadi Estakhri, MD — or Dr. E as his patients know him — is a double board-certified, Harvard-trained psychiatrist practicing at Allied Psychiatry and Mental Health in Newport Beach, California. He offers customized, patient-focused treatments to address the unique needs and circumstances of each patient. With more than two decades of professional experience, he has vast proficiency in the mental health field. His expertise is in treating a wide range of psychiatric and addictive disorders in both adult and adolescents.
Hadi Estakhri, MD — or Dr. E as his patients know him — is a double board-certified, Harvard-trained psychiatrist practicing at Allied Psychiatry and Mental Health in Newport Beach, California. He offers customized, patient-focused treatments to address the unique needs and circumstances of each patient. With more than two decades of professional experience, he has vast proficiency in the mental health field. His expertise is in treating a wide range of psychiatric and addictive disorders in both adult and adolescents.
(949) 426-7874 View (949) 426-7874
Wala Alkhataybeh
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Serves Area
As a certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), I help individuals achieve balance, resilience, and lasting healing. With over a decade of nursing experience and advanced training, I provide holistic, patient-centered care for a wide range of mental and behavioral health conditions.
As a certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), I help individuals achieve balance, resilience, and lasting healing. With over a decade of nursing experience and advanced training, I provide holistic, patient-centered care for a wide range of mental and behavioral health conditions.
(949) 544-5233 View (949) 544-5233
Dr. Cuneyt Tegin
Psychiatrist, MD
9 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a double board certified (in Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine) adult psychiatrist with strong psychopharmacology and psychotherapy(CBT, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Motivational Interviewing and Couples Therapy) background. I treat adult patients with variety of mental illnesses and substance use problems. I see patients in person and via video teleconferencing.
I am a double board certified (in Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine) adult psychiatrist with strong psychopharmacology and psychotherapy(CBT, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Motivational Interviewing and Couples Therapy) background. I treat adult patients with variety of mental illnesses and substance use problems. I see patients in person and via video teleconferencing.
(657) 255-6312 View (657) 255-6312
Barbara Kenerson | An ADHD Specialist
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Serves Area
I am Barbara; a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 35 years of experience in healthcare and a deep commitment to compassionate, patient-centered mental health care. Throughout my career, I learned that meaningful healing begins with listening, trust, and genuine human connection.
I am Barbara; a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 35 years of experience in healthcare and a deep commitment to compassionate, patient-centered mental health care. Throughout my career, I learned that meaningful healing begins with listening, trust, and genuine human connection.
(949) 259-0504 View (949) 259-0504

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Joshua Flatow
Psychiatrist, MD
Anaheim, CA 92806
Dr. Joshua Flatow is the founder of Pacific Mind Health and a board-certified psychiatrist. Dr. Flatow provides a compassionate, holistic approach to patient care. He is certified in transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), deep-brain theta stimulation, and ketamine infusions. Dr. Flatow is committed to excellence and positive patient outcomes. He has experience in crisis stabilization, medication management, psychotherapy, and substance abuse treatment.
Dr. Joshua Flatow is the founder of Pacific Mind Health and a board-certified psychiatrist. Dr. Flatow provides a compassionate, holistic approach to patient care. He is certified in transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), deep-brain theta stimulation, and ketamine infusions. Dr. Flatow is committed to excellence and positive patient outcomes. He has experience in crisis stabilization, medication management, psychotherapy, and substance abuse treatment.
(424) 367-1395 View (424) 367-1395
Rimisha Lal
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP
1 Endorsed
Long Beach, CA 90802
Rimisha Lal is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care that supports individuals on their path to emotional well-being. She was inspired to pursue a career in mental health after witnessing how access to compassionate, effective treatment can transform lives.
Rimisha Lal is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care that supports individuals on their path to emotional well-being. She was inspired to pursue a career in mental health after witnessing how access to compassionate, effective treatment can transform lives.
(424) 334-4617 View (424) 334-4617
Alexa Lee
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, BSN, RN
1 Endorsed
Irvine, CA 92618
Alexa Lee is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who takes a holistic, person-centered approach to care. She thoughtfully considers each patient’s mental, physical, emotional, and social experiences to create individualized, high-quality treatment plans. Alexa also values the role of spirituality in all forms and practices as an important element of healing and overall well-being.
Alexa Lee is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who takes a holistic, person-centered approach to care. She thoughtfully considers each patient’s mental, physical, emotional, and social experiences to create individualized, high-quality treatment plans. Alexa also values the role of spirituality in all forms and practices as an important element of healing and overall well-being.
(424) 449-0058 View (424) 449-0058
Chioma Okoro
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Online Only
I specialize in working with adults and seniors who are experiencing major depressive disorder, anxiety disorders, adjustment disorder, PTSD, OCD, bipolar disorders, schizophrenia, insomnia, and other psychiatric conditions.
I graduated with honors with my Master's degree in Nursing from Walden University, as well as my Master's degree in Nursing from Grand Canyon University. I utilize evidence-based practices, taking a patient-centered approach that emphasizes active listening and therapeutic communication skills, alongside my medication management techniques.
I specialize in working with adults and seniors who are experiencing major depressive disorder, anxiety disorders, adjustment disorder, PTSD, OCD, bipolar disorders, schizophrenia, insomnia, and other psychiatric conditions.
I graduated with honors with my Master's degree in Nursing from Walden University, as well as my Master's degree in Nursing from Grand Canyon University. I utilize evidence-based practices, taking a patient-centered approach that emphasizes active listening and therapeutic communication skills, alongside my medication management techniques.
(562) 609-3914 View (562) 609-3914
Hannah Nguyen
Psychiatrist, MD
1 Endorsed
Irvine, CA 92618
Dr. Han "Hannah" Nguyen works with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, trauma, psychosis, substance use disorders, and neurodevelopmental conditions, such as autism spectrum disorder and intellectual disability. Her ideal clients are seeking compassionate, culturally informed care and want to better understand their challenges, improve daily functioning, strengthen relationships, and build a more fulfilling life.
Dr. Han "Hannah" Nguyen works with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, trauma, psychosis, substance use disorders, and neurodevelopmental conditions, such as autism spectrum disorder and intellectual disability. Her ideal clients are seeking compassionate, culturally informed care and want to better understand their challenges, improve daily functioning, strengthen relationships, and build a more fulfilling life.
(949) 461-2617 View (949) 461-2617
Jude Arinze Chigbogu Ekenta
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Online Only
When anxiety keeps your mind racing, depression drains your motivation, or panic and sleep problems disrupt your daily life, it can feel exhausting and discouraging.
I provide compassionate, comprehensive psychiatric care that combines evidence-based medication management with psychotherapy and thorough evaluation. I treat anxiety, depression, eating disorders, sleep issues, stress, and panic, using a holistic, patient-centered approach focused on trust and personalized treatment planning.
When anxiety keeps your mind racing, depression drains your motivation, or panic and sleep problems disrupt your daily life, it can feel exhausting and discouraging.
I provide compassionate, comprehensive psychiatric care that combines evidence-based medication management with psychotherapy and thorough evaluation. I treat anxiety, depression, eating disorders, sleep issues, stress, and panic, using a holistic, patient-centered approach focused on trust and personalized treatment planning.
(562) 414-4775 View (562) 414-4775
Sean Kim
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
1 Endorsed
Irvine, CA 92618
Sean was inspired to pursue a career in psychiatry after witnessing how many people struggle in silence and how life-changing the right support can be. He is motivated by seeing individuals regain stability, confidence, and control in their lives through a combination of personalized treatment and genuine connection.
Sean was inspired to pursue a career in psychiatry after witnessing how many people struggle in silence and how life-changing the right support can be. He is motivated by seeing individuals regain stability, confidence, and control in their lives through a combination of personalized treatment and genuine connection.
(323) 395-5064 View (323) 395-5064
Jonathan Shaywitz
Psychiatrist, MD
1 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92505
Dr. Jonathan Shaywitz is a board-certified psychiatrist who works with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, ADHD, schizophrenia, and treatment-resistant mood disorders. He partners with patients to better understand their symptoms, improve daily functioning, and achieve lasting emotional wellness through compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care tailored to their individual goals.
Dr. Jonathan Shaywitz is a board-certified psychiatrist who works with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, ADHD, schizophrenia, and treatment-resistant mood disorders. He partners with patients to better understand their symptoms, improve daily functioning, and achieve lasting emotional wellness through compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care tailored to their individual goals.
(951) 670-7343 View (951) 670-7343
Diana Bleyan
Psychiatrist, MD
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Bleyan's areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, PTSD, sleep disorders, mood disorders, OCD, adjustment disorder, medication management, psychotherapy, supplements, natural remedies and mind-body wellness.
Dr. Bleyan practices both general and integrative psychiatry. Integrative psychiatry is a holistic approach to mental health care that combines conventional psychiatric treatments with complementary therapies. Dr. Bleyan also offers Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for the most resistant forms of depression.
Bleyan's areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, PTSD, sleep disorders, mood disorders, OCD, adjustment disorder, medication management, psychotherapy, supplements, natural remedies and mind-body wellness.
Dr. Bleyan practices both general and integrative psychiatry. Integrative psychiatry is a holistic approach to mental health care that combines conventional psychiatric treatments with complementary therapies. Dr. Bleyan also offers Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for the most resistant forms of depression.
(561) 725-8739 View (561) 725-8739
Sean Kim
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
1 Endorsed
Long Beach, CA 90802
Sean was inspired to pursue a career in psychiatry after witnessing how many people struggle in silence and how life-changing the right support can be. He is motivated by seeing individuals regain stability, confidence, and control in their lives through a combination of personalized treatment and genuine connection.
Sean was inspired to pursue a career in psychiatry after witnessing how many people struggle in silence and how life-changing the right support can be. He is motivated by seeing individuals regain stability, confidence, and control in their lives through a combination of personalized treatment and genuine connection.
(424) 479-4465 View (424) 479-4465
Esther Choi
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Serves Area
Esther Choi is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who is passionate about reducing mental health stigma and improving mental health literacy among different subpopulation groups.
Esther Choi is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who is passionate about reducing mental health stigma and improving mental health literacy among different subpopulation groups.
(619) 775-1205 View (619) 775-1205

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FAQ - Sleep or Insomnia Psychiatrists
How can psychiatrists help with insomnia?
Insomnia, characterized by difficulty falling or staying asleep, can be a debilitating condition that can impact all areas of one's life. It can be normal for many individuals to face short periods of insomnia during times of acute stress, and these episodes will often resolve on their own without intervention with medication or therapy. However, when sleeping difficulties become chronic, it may signal a need for intervention. The first-line treatment for insomnia is behavioral and lifestyle modifications that promote sleep; these are often referred to as "sleep hygiene" and can include practices like establishing a consistent nighttime routine, limiting caffeine intake, engaging in regular exercise, and limiting screen use directly before bed. However, if these interventions are not successful in alleviating insomnia, individuals may choose to see a psychiatrist who specializes in insomnia to help manage their symptoms, often through a combination of medication and therapy.

How do psychiatrists treat insomnia?
Psychiatrists specializing in insomnia have particular expertise in managing sleep-related conditions; in some cases, clients may also opt to see a psychiatrist who has expertise in a condition that may be contributing to their insomnia, such as anxiety or trauma. Depending on what a psychiatrist assesses as the underlying cause(s) of the client's insomnia, they may recommend a variety of treatment regimens. The severity of the client's insomnia and the degree to which it's impacting their everyday functioning will often determine what type of medication, if any, is prescribed. For clients whose insomnia is largely the result of another mental health condition, such as depression, the psychiatrist may work to manage that condition first to assess whether that resolves the insomnia.

How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in sleep issues?
To find a psychiatrist who specializes in insomnia, you can use the Psychology Today online directory "filter" function to search for professionals with expertise in sleep or insomnia. You may also filter by additional specialties that may be relevant, such as anxiety or depression, or therapist identity that is important to you, such as gender or cultural identity. When searching for a provider, it can be helpful to ask about their specific expertise in treating insomnia and inquire about their approach to medication and behavioral interventions. It is also important to determine whether their office is accessible (either close-by or via telehealth) and if they accept your insurance.