Sleep or Insomnia Therapists in Oakland, CA
I have over 30 years of experience providing cognitive-behavior therapy for anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and chronic insomnia. I am a licensed psychologist, co-director of the San Francisco Bay Area Center for Cognitive Therapy, Board Certified in Behavioral and Cognitive Psychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology, and a faculty member of the Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavior Therapy. I am the author of sixteen books and present workshops and trainings to national and international audiences.
I have over 30 years of experience providing cognitive-behavior therapy for anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and chronic insomnia. I am a licensed psychologist, co-director of the San Francisco Bay Area Center for Cognitive Therapy, Board Certified in Behavioral and Cognitive Psychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology, and a faculty member of the Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavior Therapy. I am the author of sixteen books and present workshops and trainings to national and international audiences.
I treat adults with depression, anxiety (panic, worry, phobias), social anxiety, ADHD, insomnia, and life stress.
I have extensive training in CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and CBT-I (CBT for insomnia) , the gold-standard treatment for depression, anxiety and insomnia. I also have extensive experience working with adults with ADHD, individuals navigating major life transitions and chronic health problems (multiple sclerosis, lupus, cancer, chronic pain).
I treat adults with depression, anxiety (panic, worry, phobias), social anxiety, ADHD, insomnia, and life stress.
I have extensive training in CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and CBT-I (CBT for insomnia) , the gold-standard treatment for depression, anxiety and insomnia. I also have extensive experience working with adults with ADHD, individuals navigating major life transitions and chronic health problems (multiple sclerosis, lupus, cancer, chronic pain).
I specialize in focused treatment for individuals who are suffering from the after effects of trauma and other stressful events. I have worked with people who've experienced a variety of terrible events, such as combat, accidents, abuse, sexual assaults, and near death experiences. After such events, it is common to experience a variety of problems, including PTSD, guilt, shame, anger, depression, anxiety, substance use, or emotional dysregulation. If you are experiencing any of these problems, I can help. I also offer psychedelic assisted therapy, including integration of ketamine or other psychedelic medicines.
I specialize in focused treatment for individuals who are suffering from the after effects of trauma and other stressful events. I have worked with people who've experienced a variety of terrible events, such as combat, accidents, abuse, sexual assaults, and near death experiences. After such events, it is common to experience a variety of problems, including PTSD, guilt, shame, anger, depression, anxiety, substance use, or emotional dysregulation. If you are experiencing any of these problems, I can help. I also offer psychedelic assisted therapy, including integration of ketamine or other psychedelic medicines.
They come in navigating anxiety, depression, sleep struggles, life transitions, and trauma; often having pushed through for a long time before reaching out.
I offer culturally responsive, psychodynamic therapy that goes beneath the surface. You are a unique masterpiece, and you deserve a therapist who treats you that way. I hand the expert role back to you from day one. Together, we find where freedom is possible. I also offer CBT-I for insomnia, one of the few treatments can release you from sleep issues.
They come in navigating anxiety, depression, sleep struggles, life transitions, and trauma; often having pushed through for a long time before reaching out.
I offer culturally responsive, psychodynamic therapy that goes beneath the surface. You are a unique masterpiece, and you deserve a therapist who treats you that way. I hand the expert role back to you from day one. Together, we find where freedom is possible. I also offer CBT-I for insomnia, one of the few treatments can release you from sleep issues.
Want to see results in your psychotherapy? My twenty years in the field have informed my safe, supportive, solutions focused style using empirically proven techniques. I collaborate best with motivated Clients who are working through the following challenges: depression, anxiety, addiction, traumas, communication/relationship and workplace issues. I have an office in Oakland and San Francisco, and take most insurance and self pay Clients. Please call for a free telephonic consultation.
Want to see results in your psychotherapy? My twenty years in the field have informed my safe, supportive, solutions focused style using empirically proven techniques. I collaborate best with motivated Clients who are working through the following challenges: depression, anxiety, addiction, traumas, communication/relationship and workplace issues. I have an office in Oakland and San Francisco, and take most insurance and self pay Clients. Please call for a free telephonic consultation.
I specialize in CBT-I, an evidence-based therapy for insomnia (trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up too early in the morning).
My approach integrates mind and body, is evidence-informed, and builds on the strengths you already have to support meaningful change. Therapy with me develops greater awareness of your thoughts, emotions, and daily patterns, so you can relate to challenges with more choice and flexibility.
I specialize in CBT-I, an evidence-based therapy for insomnia (trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up too early in the morning).
My approach integrates mind and body, is evidence-informed, and builds on the strengths you already have to support meaningful change. Therapy with me develops greater awareness of your thoughts, emotions, and daily patterns, so you can relate to challenges with more choice and flexibility.
It's exhausting, but you don't really know how to relax and probably don't sleep welll.
I get it because I've been there. I've walked hundreds of anxious perfectionists through the tools, strategies, and healing it takes to tame their anxiety, stand up to their inner critic, and balance work with genuine rest. I use art therapy and a blend of other techniques to restore your vibrancy and create a sustainable, loving relationship with yourself.
It's exhausting, but you don't really know how to relax and probably don't sleep welll.
I get it because I've been there. I've walked hundreds of anxious perfectionists through the tools, strategies, and healing it takes to tame their anxiety, stand up to their inner critic, and balance work with genuine rest. I use art therapy and a blend of other techniques to restore your vibrancy and create a sustainable, loving relationship with yourself.
Some of the problems I most often help people with are depression, insomnia, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, ADHD, grief & trauma, and adjustment to life's stressors and changes.
I teach residential meditation retreats around the world. This experience helps me integrate traditional psychotherapy techniques with complementary and alternative approaches to physical and mental wellbeing.
Some of the problems I most often help people with are depression, insomnia, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, ADHD, grief & trauma, and adjustment to life's stressors and changes.
I teach residential meditation retreats around the world. This experience helps me integrate traditional psychotherapy techniques with complementary and alternative approaches to physical and mental wellbeing.
CBT is the gold standard for treatment of depression, anxiety, insomnia, and OCD-spectrum issues.
Are you not feeling like yourself? Maybe you're feeling stuck in the same arguments, experiencing recurring anxiety, or just want life to feel better. I work with great people who have lost their way and need help getting back on track. Whether you're interested in just a few sessions or guidance for a longer period of time, I'd like to bring a solution-oriented approach to what matters to you. If you are reading this then you're ready for a change, and we'll go at your pace and keep therapy practical, meaningful, and make it worth your while.
CBT is the gold standard for treatment of depression, anxiety, insomnia, and OCD-spectrum issues.
Are you not feeling like yourself? Maybe you're feeling stuck in the same arguments, experiencing recurring anxiety, or just want life to feel better. I work with great people who have lost their way and need help getting back on track. Whether you're interested in just a few sessions or guidance for a longer period of time, I'd like to bring a solution-oriented approach to what matters to you. If you are reading this then you're ready for a change, and we'll go at your pace and keep therapy practical, meaningful, and make it worth your while.
My goal is to help you sleep and feel better soon.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) is recommended by the National Institutes of Health, Consumer Reports, and the American Medical Association as the first line treatment for chronic insomnia. The American College of Physicians recommends it over sleeping medications.
My goal is to help you sleep and feel better soon.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) is recommended by the National Institutes of Health, Consumer Reports, and the American Medical Association as the first line treatment for chronic insomnia. The American College of Physicians recommends it over sleeping medications.
Sleep problems require specialized treatment.
I work well with those for whom sleep treatments, including CBT-I, didn't work in the past, implementing an individualized, flexible approach. I offer high-quality treatment for sleep across a broad range of experiences, including pregnancy and postpartum, parenthood, aging, illness, pain, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and trauma.
Sleep problems require specialized treatment.
I work well with those for whom sleep treatments, including CBT-I, didn't work in the past, implementing an individualized, flexible approach. I offer high-quality treatment for sleep across a broad range of experiences, including pregnancy and postpartum, parenthood, aging, illness, pain, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and trauma.
In addition to my private practice, I am a clinical interviewer for the UCSF Sleep Eating and Affect lab.
I was trained as a clinical scientist at UC Berkeley and have been providing cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) in a compassionate, warm, individualized, flexible, and collaborative manner for over 15 years. Many of my patients are accomplished and highly intelligent people who are objectively doing well in their lives but experience feelings of shame, depression, irritability, trouble sleeping, anxiety, and difficulty managing their emotions. I am also passionate about working with parents and caregivers who are supporting a neurodivergent child or adult loved one.
In addition to my private practice, I am a clinical interviewer for the UCSF Sleep Eating and Affect lab.
I was trained as a clinical scientist at UC Berkeley and have been providing cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) in a compassionate, warm, individualized, flexible, and collaborative manner for over 15 years. Many of my patients are accomplished and highly intelligent people who are objectively doing well in their lives but experience feelings of shame, depression, irritability, trouble sleeping, anxiety, and difficulty managing their emotions. I am also passionate about working with parents and caregivers who are supporting a neurodivergent child or adult loved one.
I work with adults and teens to relieve symptoms of PTSD, OCD, addiction, and insomnia.
I am confident in every person's ability to heal. I use advanced EMDR protocols, Exposure & Response Prevention (for OCD), and CBTi for insomnia. Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy supports individuals suffering from depression and trauma. I emphasize parts work, somatic awareness, and psychoeducation to heal the nervous system and reduce shame.
I work with adults and teens to relieve symptoms of PTSD, OCD, addiction, and insomnia.
I am confident in every person's ability to heal. I use advanced EMDR protocols, Exposure & Response Prevention (for OCD), and CBTi for insomnia. Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy supports individuals suffering from depression and trauma. I emphasize parts work, somatic awareness, and psychoeducation to heal the nervous system and reduce shame.
I am flexible in my approach as each person may benefit from a different style. However, I'm particularly interested in how the past plays a part in our current day experiences, and how we may free ourselves of unwanted (internal or external) burdens when we can understand their origin. Whether your goal is to dive into a specific issue or topic, or if you need general support as you navigate lifestyle adjustments, I aim to guide my clients in building a more authentic connection within themselves and the world around them.
I am flexible in my approach as each person may benefit from a different style. However, I'm particularly interested in how the past plays a part in our current day experiences, and how we may free ourselves of unwanted (internal or external) burdens when we can understand their origin. Whether your goal is to dive into a specific issue or topic, or if you need general support as you navigate lifestyle adjustments, I aim to guide my clients in building a more authentic connection within themselves and the world around them.
Feeling stuck between expectations and your own needs? You’re not alone. As a first-gen Asian American therapist, I understand the stress of balancing cultural identity, family roles, and personal goals. I work with young adults navigating identity, life transitions, family conflict, anxiety, work stress, and more. Using CBT and Motivational Interviewing, I offer a compassionate space to explore what’s holding you back and help you move forward with confidence and clarity—on your own terms.
Feeling stuck between expectations and your own needs? You’re not alone. As a first-gen Asian American therapist, I understand the stress of balancing cultural identity, family roles, and personal goals. I work with young adults navigating identity, life transitions, family conflict, anxiety, work stress, and more. Using CBT and Motivational Interviewing, I offer a compassionate space to explore what’s holding you back and help you move forward with confidence and clarity—on your own terms.
For over 30 years I have helped people suffering from stress, anxiety, insomnia, addiction, panic, fears, phobias, chronic illness, allergies, weight loss and more.
I can help you create sustainable results by accessing your powerful MindBody resources for healing, recovery, learning, creativity and personal performance. You will be empowered with essential knowledge and powerful techniques drawn from recent discoveries in mind-body science, helping you thrive in the face of challenge, change or adversity.
For over 30 years I have helped people suffering from stress, anxiety, insomnia, addiction, panic, fears, phobias, chronic illness, allergies, weight loss and more.
I can help you create sustainable results by accessing your powerful MindBody resources for healing, recovery, learning, creativity and personal performance. You will be empowered with essential knowledge and powerful techniques drawn from recent discoveries in mind-body science, helping you thrive in the face of challenge, change or adversity.
I specialize in the treatment of insomnia, coping with illness, and stress/anxiety.
Are you suffering from sleepless nights and unable to shut off your mind from stress and negative thoughts? Has stress been affecting your health and well-being? Have you felt stuck in terms of your ability to move toward your goals or have the life or career that you want? No matter what challenges you are facing, such as stress, illness, trauma, life transition, relationship issues, or loss, I can help you make the necessary changes to move toward what is most important to you in your life.
I specialize in the treatment of insomnia, coping with illness, and stress/anxiety.
Are you suffering from sleepless nights and unable to shut off your mind from stress and negative thoughts? Has stress been affecting your health and well-being? Have you felt stuck in terms of your ability to move toward your goals or have the life or career that you want? No matter what challenges you are facing, such as stress, illness, trauma, life transition, relationship issues, or loss, I can help you make the necessary changes to move toward what is most important to you in your life.
Welcome! Bienvenidx! I’m so glad you’re here. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply trying to figure things out, you’re not alone. I’m a bilingual therapist (English, Español… and Spanglish too!) who shows up with heart, authenticity, and deep respect for your background. Therapy with me isn’t about fixing you—it’s about walking alongside you as you reconnect with your voice and power. I believe healing happens when you feel safe to be fully yourself, especially if the world hasn’t always made space for that. Let’s begin where you are—you don’t have to do it alone.
Welcome! Bienvenidx! I’m so glad you’re here. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply trying to figure things out, you’re not alone. I’m a bilingual therapist (English, Español… and Spanglish too!) who shows up with heart, authenticity, and deep respect for your background. Therapy with me isn’t about fixing you—it’s about walking alongside you as you reconnect with your voice and power. I believe healing happens when you feel safe to be fully yourself, especially if the world hasn’t always made space for that. Let’s begin where you are—you don’t have to do it alone.
I can help you with addressing insomnia, Grief/mourning, Anxiety, interpersonal challenges, stress management, and couples therapy.
I understand how challenging life can be sometimes, and how helpful it can be to have someone to talk to and work with on managing some of those challenges. I use a collaborative, non-judgmental approach to therapy, using individualized techniques tailored to meet your specific situation and needs. I work with teens, couples, adults and elders. I provide Couples therapy and individual therapy. I'm an artist and occasionally use art as an expressive avenue during therapy.
I can help you with addressing insomnia, Grief/mourning, Anxiety, interpersonal challenges, stress management, and couples therapy.
I understand how challenging life can be sometimes, and how helpful it can be to have someone to talk to and work with on managing some of those challenges. I use a collaborative, non-judgmental approach to therapy, using individualized techniques tailored to meet your specific situation and needs. I work with teens, couples, adults and elders. I provide Couples therapy and individual therapy. I'm an artist and occasionally use art as an expressive avenue during therapy.
Gregory Jacks, a licensed psychologist based in Los Angeles, specializing in helping individuals navigate the challenges of anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and sleep difficulties.
I aim to help my clients develop practical tools to manage their symptoms, improve their quality of life, and ultimately build a deeper sense of well-being. My work is centered around understanding the whole person, not just the symptoms, and I strive to create a safe and collaborative environment where healing and growth can happen.
Gregory Jacks, a licensed psychologist based in Los Angeles, specializing in helping individuals navigate the challenges of anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and sleep difficulties.
I aim to help my clients develop practical tools to manage their symptoms, improve their quality of life, and ultimately build a deeper sense of well-being. My work is centered around understanding the whole person, not just the symptoms, and I strive to create a safe and collaborative environment where healing and growth can happen.
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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.