Sleep or Insomnia Psychiatrists in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
My journey into mental health care began with a deep curiosity about the human experience and a strong desire to help others through their most vulnerable moments. I started my career over 25 years ago in emergency and trauma nursing, where I often saw the profound connection between physical crises and emotional pain. Over time, I realized that true healing goes far beyond treating physical symptoms, it requires understanding the whole person: their mind, body, and environment.
My journey into mental health care began with a deep curiosity about the human experience and a strong desire to help others through their most vulnerable moments. I started my career over 25 years ago in emergency and trauma nursing, where I often saw the profound connection between physical crises and emotional pain. Over time, I realized that true healing goes far beyond treating physical symptoms, it requires understanding the whole person: their mind, body, and environment.
Dr. Mark Chofla is a board-certified psychiatrist and physician who completed his specialty residency training at the Los Angeles County + University of Southern California Medical Center. After receiving his Bachelor of Science degree in Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior from the University of California at Davis, Dr. Chofla earned his medical degree from Midwestern University: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Dr. Mark Chofla is a board-certified psychiatrist and physician who completed his specialty residency training at the Los Angeles County + University of Southern California Medical Center. After receiving his Bachelor of Science degree in Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior from the University of California at Davis, Dr. Chofla earned his medical degree from Midwestern University: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine.
He treats depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety (including PTSD, panic, and OCD), ADHD, insomnia, and burnout.
Dr. Montgomery's philosophy emphasizes judicious use of medication and therapy within a holistic, personalized treatment framework. Beyond symptom relief, Dr. Montgomery focuses on optimizing mental health, performance, and overall well-being to help patients not only feel better, but truly thrive.
He treats depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety (including PTSD, panic, and OCD), ADHD, insomnia, and burnout.
Dr. Montgomery's philosophy emphasizes judicious use of medication and therapy within a holistic, personalized treatment framework. Beyond symptom relief, Dr. Montgomery focuses on optimizing mental health, performance, and overall well-being to help patients not only feel better, but truly thrive.
Hi there. I'm a board-certified psychiatrist and psychoanalyst based out of San Diego, California. I can prescribe medication, provide psychotherapy, or both. I genuinely enjoy working with clients, hearing unique life stories, and finding ways to help each person as an individual. I have experience working with a wide variety of psychiatric concerns.
Hi there. I'm a board-certified psychiatrist and psychoanalyst based out of San Diego, California. I can prescribe medication, provide psychotherapy, or both. I genuinely enjoy working with clients, hearing unique life stories, and finding ways to help each person as an individual. I have experience working with a wide variety of psychiatric concerns.
I work with adults facing anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, grief, sleep struggles, relationship friction, or emotions that feel louder than usual.
I provide psychiatric evaluations and medication management for adults with ADHD, anxiety, depression, mood concerns, insomnia, and stress. My approach blends thoughtful, individualized medication care with practical tools from CBT, IPT, and motivational interviewing so care fits your life, not the other way around. You're a person, not a prescription.
I work with adults facing anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, grief, sleep struggles, relationship friction, or emotions that feel louder than usual.
I provide psychiatric evaluations and medication management for adults with ADHD, anxiety, depression, mood concerns, insomnia, and stress. My approach blends thoughtful, individualized medication care with practical tools from CBT, IPT, and motivational interviewing so care fits your life, not the other way around. You're a person, not a prescription.
At Seaside Psychiatry, we work with professionals, executives, high performers, and their families who seek excellence and personalized mental health care. Our clients face the pressures of demanding careers, high expectations, and busy family lives. They desire a holistic approach that fosters resilience, clarity, and lasting change. Through tailored treatments in a warm, sophisticated setting, we help them restore balance, thrive personally and professionally, and navigate life’s challenges with confidence and ease.
At Seaside Psychiatry, we work with professionals, executives, high performers, and their families who seek excellence and personalized mental health care. Our clients face the pressures of demanding careers, high expectations, and busy family lives. They desire a holistic approach that fosters resilience, clarity, and lasting change. Through tailored treatments in a warm, sophisticated setting, we help them restore balance, thrive personally and professionally, and navigate life’s challenges with confidence and ease.
Orah Mahtov is a highly experienced, dual certified nurse practitioner specializing in psychiatry and psychotherapy in California. With years of experience in diverse medical settings, Orah discovered her passion for mental health and obtained a post-master’s certificate in psychiatry at California State University, Los Angeles.
Orah Mahtov is a highly experienced, dual certified nurse practitioner specializing in psychiatry and psychotherapy in California. With years of experience in diverse medical settings, Orah discovered her passion for mental health and obtained a post-master’s certificate in psychiatry at California State University, Los Angeles.
Dr. Kashani's concierge practice specializes in high achievers and their families, offering direct access via her cell. Board-certified in child, adolescent and adult psychiatry, she's been ranked the number one Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist nationally since 2016 according to Healthgrades. Her practice provides personalized care, including therapy and medication management, without a retainer fee. As a premier concierge psychiatrist serving La Jolla, Rancho Santa Fe and San Diego, she ensures a seamless path to mental excellence with one point of contact.
Dr. Kashani's concierge practice specializes in high achievers and their families, offering direct access via her cell. Board-certified in child, adolescent and adult psychiatry, she's been ranked the number one Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist nationally since 2016 according to Healthgrades. Her practice provides personalized care, including therapy and medication management, without a retainer fee. As a premier concierge psychiatrist serving La Jolla, Rancho Santa Fe and San Diego, she ensures a seamless path to mental excellence with one point of contact.
I am Khadija Hamisi, DNP, PMHNP-BC, and I take a progressive, evidence-based approach to mental health care. Based in San Diego, I provide high-quality psychiatric services both in-person and via telehealth to clients throughout California. I believe your wellness is a reflection of your unique upbringing, current life circumstances, and biological makeup. While I stay current with the latest medication management strategies, I place a strong emphasis on the psychosocial and psychodynamic factors that serve as the foundation of my treatment.
I am Khadija Hamisi, DNP, PMHNP-BC, and I take a progressive, evidence-based approach to mental health care. Based in San Diego, I provide high-quality psychiatric services both in-person and via telehealth to clients throughout California. I believe your wellness is a reflection of your unique upbringing, current life circumstances, and biological makeup. While I stay current with the latest medication management strategies, I place a strong emphasis on the psychosocial and psychodynamic factors that serve as the foundation of my treatment.
Welcome to my practice! I look forward to partnering with you to determine what medications are the right fit based on your goals and preferences. New client appts available within 1 week - I don't want to put you on a waitlist to start feeling better.
My background in both Psychiatry and Family Medicine allows me to tailor a medication regimen specifically to you, taking into account the interconnected relationship of mental and physical health.
In addition to prescribing the full range of mental health medications, I can also prescribe GLP-1 agonist meds (ie, Ozempic, Zepbound) for clients who have experienced weight gain.
Welcome to my practice! I look forward to partnering with you to determine what medications are the right fit based on your goals and preferences. New client appts available within 1 week - I don't want to put you on a waitlist to start feeling better.
My background in both Psychiatry and Family Medicine allows me to tailor a medication regimen specifically to you, taking into account the interconnected relationship of mental and physical health.
In addition to prescribing the full range of mental health medications, I can also prescribe GLP-1 agonist meds (ie, Ozempic, Zepbound) for clients who have experienced weight gain.
Dr. Young is a board-certified psychiatrist serving the communities of Northern San Diego County, with offices conveniently located in Encinitas. He has extensive experience treating children, adolescents, and adults, both in outpatient and acute care settings. Areas of focus include mood and anxiety disorders, addictions, ADHD, psychotic disorders, trauma-related conditions, behavioral disorders, and many others.Primary treatment modalities include psychotherapy and pharmacotherapy, using applied principles of psychodynamic psychiatry, functional medicine, nutrition, healthy relationships, personal development and lifestyle design
Dr. Young is a board-certified psychiatrist serving the communities of Northern San Diego County, with offices conveniently located in Encinitas. He has extensive experience treating children, adolescents, and adults, both in outpatient and acute care settings. Areas of focus include mood and anxiety disorders, addictions, ADHD, psychotic disorders, trauma-related conditions, behavioral disorders, and many others.Primary treatment modalities include psychotherapy and pharmacotherapy, using applied principles of psychodynamic psychiatry, functional medicine, nutrition, healthy relationships, personal development and lifestyle design
Do you Over-Think things? Over-Experience your emotions? Do you struggle to focus or complete tasks? Difficulty sleeping? Putting off your mental health is no longer an option! With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults. 100% of our visits are conducted via Zoom, and we are available mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Meet with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of home or work. We are simplifying the mental health experience so you can become the best version of you!
Do you Over-Think things? Over-Experience your emotions? Do you struggle to focus or complete tasks? Difficulty sleeping? Putting off your mental health is no longer an option! With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults. 100% of our visits are conducted via Zoom, and we are available mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Meet with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of home or work. We are simplifying the mental health experience so you can become the best version of you!
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Whether you’re managing the weight of anxiety, healing from PTSD, struggling with sleep, or working to improve focus, I’m here to help you.
Life can feel overwhelming when you're dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, or other mental health challenges. I get it. As a dual-certified Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP/FNP), I’m here to help you find your way forward. My approach is simple: I listen without judgment, and together, we create a plan that works for you—whether that’s therapy, medication, coping tools, or a mix of all three. I believe in treating the whole person, not just the symptoms. My goal is to help you feel heard, supported, and empowered to take control of your mental health.
Whether you’re managing the weight of anxiety, healing from PTSD, struggling with sleep, or working to improve focus, I’m here to help you.
Life can feel overwhelming when you're dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, or other mental health challenges. I get it. As a dual-certified Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP/FNP), I’m here to help you find your way forward. My approach is simple: I listen without judgment, and together, we create a plan that works for you—whether that’s therapy, medication, coping tools, or a mix of all three. I believe in treating the whole person, not just the symptoms. My goal is to help you feel heard, supported, and empowered to take control of your mental health.
You might look like you have it all together, but inside, your mind is racing, your sleep is off, and focus feels out of reach.
As a board-certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I specialize in helping men navigate ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, insomnia, stress, life transitions, emotional regulation, and self-esteem challenges. We’ll work together to create a plan that fits your life and goals whether that be medication or alternative methods.
You might look like you have it all together, but inside, your mind is racing, your sleep is off, and focus feels out of reach.
As a board-certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I specialize in helping men navigate ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, insomnia, stress, life transitions, emotional regulation, and self-esteem challenges. We’ll work together to create a plan that fits your life and goals whether that be medication or alternative methods.
As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, my experience includes multiple behavioral health outpatient clinics as well as substance abuse clinics throughout New York City. Through these experiences, I have always felt a calling to assist individuals with mental health issues. My training crosses a life-span while utilizing Evidence-Based Practice. Trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, as well as utilizing various treatment modalities to adequately treat each individual client. I am capable of helping individuals who are experiencing difficulties with the ability to physically function, due to the inability to manage their emotions.
As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, my experience includes multiple behavioral health outpatient clinics as well as substance abuse clinics throughout New York City. Through these experiences, I have always felt a calling to assist individuals with mental health issues. My training crosses a life-span while utilizing Evidence-Based Practice. Trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, as well as utilizing various treatment modalities to adequately treat each individual client. I am capable of helping individuals who are experiencing difficulties with the ability to physically function, due to the inability to manage their emotions.
Accepting new patients. I practice integrative psychiatry emphasizing wellness over medications. Do you feel like doctors have been medicating you, but not understanding you? Have you been disappointed with psychiatric medications and are seeking a different path, without the risks that may come with medications? Do you worry that you may have become dependent on sleeping pills or medications for mood/anxiety and hope to live a full, meaningful life without them? Are you seeking a psychiatrist who is comfortable with alternative, complementary, and holistic treatments? If these questions resonate with you, perhaps we should meet.
Accepting new patients. I practice integrative psychiatry emphasizing wellness over medications. Do you feel like doctors have been medicating you, but not understanding you? Have you been disappointed with psychiatric medications and are seeking a different path, without the risks that may come with medications? Do you worry that you may have become dependent on sleeping pills or medications for mood/anxiety and hope to live a full, meaningful life without them? Are you seeking a psychiatrist who is comfortable with alternative, complementary, and holistic treatments? If these questions resonate with you, perhaps we should meet.
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.
Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, or insomnia, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and unsure of where to turn.
I work with individuals ages 15 and up, offering care that respects your unique needs and values. My goal is to help you understand what’s happening beneath the surface—physically, emotionally, and mentally—and to find medication strategies that complement your growth, not define it.
Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, or insomnia, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and unsure of where to turn.
I work with individuals ages 15 and up, offering care that respects your unique needs and values. My goal is to help you understand what’s happening beneath the surface—physically, emotionally, and mentally—and to find medication strategies that complement your growth, not define it.
I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and I have been in the healthcare field for 10 years. I have experience working in a variety of settings including inpatient, acute care psychiatric rehab, and residential treatment facilities. I use a comprehensive method of caring for patients and realize therapeutic medications work in combination with psychotherapy. I take a non-judgmental and compassionate approach and believe patients should be partners in their care and have choices.
I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and I have been in the healthcare field for 10 years. I have experience working in a variety of settings including inpatient, acute care psychiatric rehab, and residential treatment facilities. I use a comprehensive method of caring for patients and realize therapeutic medications work in combination with psychotherapy. I take a non-judgmental and compassionate approach and believe patients should be partners in their care and have choices.
Many of my patients are working professionals, students, and young adults who appear successful on the outside but struggle internally with anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, burnout, or sleep difficulties.
As a board-certified psychiatrist, I provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and personalized treatment planning for adolescents and adults. My training at Loma Linda University and Kaiser Permanente, combined with experience serving foster youth and underserved communities, allows me to treat a wide range of conditions.
Many of my patients are working professionals, students, and young adults who appear successful on the outside but struggle internally with anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, burnout, or sleep difficulties.
As a board-certified psychiatrist, I provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and personalized treatment planning for adolescents and adults. My training at Loma Linda University and Kaiser Permanente, combined with experience serving foster youth and underserved communities, allows me to treat a wide range of conditions.
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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.