Sleep or Insomnia Therapists in California
The clients I see are hardworking and passionate, dealing with depression, anxiety, insomnia, chronic pain, or the effects of trauma.
I provide research-supported therapy to folks with depression, anxiety, postpartum depression, burnout, trauma, chronic pain, and insomnia. These conditions affect both your body and mind. Let’s lower resistance, bolster psychological flexibility, and work toward a values-guided life. Scroll down to see specific treatment modalities I offer.
The clients I see are hardworking and passionate, dealing with depression, anxiety, insomnia, chronic pain, or the effects of trauma.
I provide research-supported therapy to folks with depression, anxiety, postpartum depression, burnout, trauma, chronic pain, and insomnia. These conditions affect both your body and mind. Let’s lower resistance, bolster psychological flexibility, and work toward a values-guided life. Scroll down to see specific treatment modalities I offer.
As a trauma-informed Clinical Hypnotherapist I help my clients sleep better, break free of pain and accelerate recovery after accidents and illness; as a Doula and HypnoBirthing educator I guide clients toward safer, more comfortable births and better mental and physical health.
I'm a Clinical hypnotherapist, and a virtual birth doula helping families as they prepare positively for birth by teaching the Mongan Method of HypnoBirthing.
I’m a certified menopause doula as well, so I support families and women from pre-conception preparation and IVF with specialized hypnosis, through pregnancy and postpartum care, and throughout their lives now as a menopause doula.
I love working with my clients to help them build lives full of comfort, joy, hope and growth.
I really enjoy working with clients of all ages from 6 up and helping artists, athletes and people of all ages to reach their goals.
As a trauma-informed Clinical Hypnotherapist I help my clients sleep better, break free of pain and accelerate recovery after accidents and illness; as a Doula and HypnoBirthing educator I guide clients toward safer, more comfortable births and better mental and physical health.
I'm a Clinical hypnotherapist, and a virtual birth doula helping families as they prepare positively for birth by teaching the Mongan Method of HypnoBirthing.
I’m a certified menopause doula as well, so I support families and women from pre-conception preparation and IVF with specialized hypnosis, through pregnancy and postpartum care, and throughout their lives now as a menopause doula.
I love working with my clients to help them build lives full of comfort, joy, hope and growth.
I really enjoy working with clients of all ages from 6 up and helping artists, athletes and people of all ages to reach their goals.
I also support adults navigating trauma, insomnia, anxiety, and depression.
I work with individuals who are tired of carrying the weight of trauma, anxiety, the emotional toll of new parenthood, or sleepless nights — and are ready to finally find relief. Many come to me feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or like they have been putting everyone else first for far too long. I offer practical, evidence-based tools and a genuine commitment to helping you move forward. Therapy should feel like progress, not another thing on your to-do list. I provide telehealth throughout California and in-person sessions in Kelseyville, CA.
I also support adults navigating trauma, insomnia, anxiety, and depression.
I work with individuals who are tired of carrying the weight of trauma, anxiety, the emotional toll of new parenthood, or sleepless nights — and are ready to finally find relief. Many come to me feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or like they have been putting everyone else first for far too long. I offer practical, evidence-based tools and a genuine commitment to helping you move forward. Therapy should feel like progress, not another thing on your to-do list. I provide telehealth throughout California and in-person sessions in Kelseyville, CA.
Life can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re navigating big changes, anxiety, or emotional wounds. Whether you’re adjusting to a new phase in life, facing self-doubt, or feeling stuck and disconnected, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to face it alone. I offer a safe, compassionate space to explore your struggles, process past hurts, and navigate identity challenges. Together, we’ll build insight and develop tools to move through life with greater confidence and clarity. My goal is to support your healing, growth, and connection to your most authentic self.
Life can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re navigating big changes, anxiety, or emotional wounds. Whether you’re adjusting to a new phase in life, facing self-doubt, or feeling stuck and disconnected, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to face it alone. I offer a safe, compassionate space to explore your struggles, process past hurts, and navigate identity challenges. Together, we’ll build insight and develop tools to move through life with greater confidence and clarity. My goal is to support your healing, growth, and connection to your most authentic self.
Have you been struggling with getting a good night's sleep and dealing with anxious thoughts, especially at bedtime?
I am licensed clinical psychologist specializing in behavioral sleep medicine who learned about sleep from the ground up as a sleep research technician after graduating from college. As a psychologist, I was able to marry my love for psychotherapy with my knowledge about sleep during my postdoctoral fellowship at Stanford University School of Medicine.
Have you been struggling with getting a good night's sleep and dealing with anxious thoughts, especially at bedtime?
I am licensed clinical psychologist specializing in behavioral sleep medicine who learned about sleep from the ground up as a sleep research technician after graduating from college. As a psychologist, I was able to marry my love for psychotherapy with my knowledge about sleep during my postdoctoral fellowship at Stanford University School of Medicine.
Together we'll create tools, goals, and action steps to help with anxiety, depression, burnout, sleep issues, struggles with food, and feeling stuck.
My ideal clients are people who are ready for real change and tired of carrying the same problems around like an emotional gym membership they never signed up for. Many have tried therapy before and left wondering if talking about their week for months was supposed to magically fix things. They want a therapist who is genuine, relatable, and willing to have real conversations. I work with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, life transitions, burnout, and self esteem. Together, we'll figure out what's keeping you stuck, build practical tools that actually fit your life, and create lasting change w
Together we'll create tools, goals, and action steps to help with anxiety, depression, burnout, sleep issues, struggles with food, and feeling stuck.
My ideal clients are people who are ready for real change and tired of carrying the same problems around like an emotional gym membership they never signed up for. Many have tried therapy before and left wondering if talking about their week for months was supposed to magically fix things. They want a therapist who is genuine, relatable, and willing to have real conversations. I work with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, life transitions, burnout, and self esteem. Together, we'll figure out what's keeping you stuck, build practical tools that actually fit your life, and create lasting change w
Sleep problems, anxiety, and depression are common difficulties almost everyone experiences at some point in time.
I have been in practice for over 25 years. I have served as a professor or lecturer at UCLA, Calif State University, Long Beach, Alliant International University & DePaul University. In addition to my clinical practice experience, my expertise includes psychological assessment/testing, sleep problems, chronic pain, and family/couples.
Sleep problems, anxiety, and depression are common difficulties almost everyone experiences at some point in time.
I have been in practice for over 25 years. I have served as a professor or lecturer at UCLA, Calif State University, Long Beach, Alliant International University & DePaul University. In addition to my clinical practice experience, my expertise includes psychological assessment/testing, sleep problems, chronic pain, and family/couples.
Can't sleep?
My orientation is cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, gestalt and interwoven with my background in positive psychology and creative arts. Together we will identify the source of your distress and discover a path out of misery and confusion. I provide care to those who have lost their way to find renewed meaning and contentment in life.
Can't sleep?
My orientation is cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, gestalt and interwoven with my background in positive psychology and creative arts. Together we will identify the source of your distress and discover a path out of misery and confusion. I provide care to those who have lost their way to find renewed meaning and contentment in 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.
Hello, I am a psychologist with over 30 years of experience. My specialties are primarily in the treatment of stress and anxiety in all their various forms and with all their various symptoms. I find that anxieties are often at the root of most of our problems. Worries, insecurities, fears of failure, abandonment, and rejection are very powerful and can cause great suffering and stress. They can make us feel isolated and alone. We feel and do our best when we are confident in ourselves, have a healthy self image and esteem, and when stress and anxiety are kept minimal and well managed.
Hello, I am a psychologist with over 30 years of experience. My specialties are primarily in the treatment of stress and anxiety in all their various forms and with all their various symptoms. I find that anxieties are often at the root of most of our problems. Worries, insecurities, fears of failure, abandonment, and rejection are very powerful and can cause great suffering and stress. They can make us feel isolated and alone. We feel and do our best when we are confident in ourselves, have a healthy self image and esteem, and when stress and anxiety are kept minimal and well managed.
My clinical work focuses on sleep issues, anxiety, depression, and stress related to work, relationships, and daily functioning.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and goal-oriented. I help clients understand connections between thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and experiences while building practical skills for daily life. I use CBT, mindfulness, skills-building, and strengths-based strategies tailored to each client’s needs and goals.
My clinical work focuses on sleep issues, anxiety, depression, and stress related to work, relationships, and daily functioning.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and goal-oriented. I help clients understand connections between thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and experiences while building practical skills for daily life. I use CBT, mindfulness, skills-building, and strengths-based strategies tailored to each client’s needs and goals.
Christopher S. Doorley
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA
2 Endorsed
Mill Valley, CA 94941
Chris Doorley, AMFT (DoorleyTherapy on the web) specializes in Anxiety, Sleep issues, Burnout, chronic Stress and ADHD.
Areas of focus include anxiety attacks, sleep disturbance/ insomnia, career stress, signs of depression, ADHD symptoms and stuck habits. Ask yourself, What your in life has the most meaning? How do you access your core potential? Along with supportive therapy, your answers to these questions can guide recovery and open up new choices.
Chris Doorley, AMFT (DoorleyTherapy on the web) specializes in Anxiety, Sleep issues, Burnout, chronic Stress and ADHD.
Areas of focus include anxiety attacks, sleep disturbance/ insomnia, career stress, signs of depression, ADHD symptoms and stuck habits. Ask yourself, What your in life has the most meaning? How do you access your core potential? Along with supportive therapy, your answers to these questions can guide recovery and open up new choices.
Getting knocked down in life is inevitable. Pain, disappointment, and uncertainty are part of the human experience, and avoiding discomfort often comes at the cost of living fully. Together, we will explore the function of thoughts, emotions, and patterns of behavior that influence your life, to see if they’re working for or against you.
Growth begins when we are willing to face what we've been carrying rather than running from it. I offer a space to slow down, reflect honestly, and move forward with greater clarity, resilience, and purpose. Trust the process, and the results will follow.
Getting knocked down in life is inevitable. Pain, disappointment, and uncertainty are part of the human experience, and avoiding discomfort often comes at the cost of living fully. Together, we will explore the function of thoughts, emotions, and patterns of behavior that influence your life, to see if they’re working for or against you.
Growth begins when we are willing to face what we've been carrying rather than running from it. I offer a space to slow down, reflect honestly, and move forward with greater clarity, resilience, and purpose. Trust the process, and the results will follow.
I specialize in the treatment of OCD, anxiety-based disorders and sleep related difficulties.
Life is filled with challenges and uncertainty, which often makes it difficult to move forward. Both children and adults’ experiences of the unknown can result in them feeling anxious, worried, and/or frustrated. I have focused my professional work in helping people gradually face their fears and problematic behaviors while integrating coping strategies along the way. I strive to help each client recognize their resilience and ability to grow.
I specialize in the treatment of OCD, anxiety-based disorders and sleep related difficulties.
Life is filled with challenges and uncertainty, which often makes it difficult to move forward. Both children and adults’ experiences of the unknown can result in them feeling anxious, worried, and/or frustrated. I have focused my professional work in helping people gradually face their fears and problematic behaviors while integrating coping strategies along the way. I strive to help each client recognize their resilience and ability to grow.
I specialize in evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to address various concerns, such as anxiety, depression, insomnia, and chronic pain.
I strive to provide a warm, supportive, and safe environment so you feel comfortable being your most authentic self. I work with people from diverse backgrounds and ensure we make space to incorporate your values and identities into your treatment goals. I pride myself on providing the most effective treatments for your presenting concerns. Whether it be symptom relief, behavior change, learning healthy communication and positive coping skills, processing grief, or improving your overall quality of life, we can work together to create a personalized plan in line with what you hope to gain from treatment.
I specialize in evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to address various concerns, such as anxiety, depression, insomnia, and chronic pain.
I strive to provide a warm, supportive, and safe environment so you feel comfortable being your most authentic self. I work with people from diverse backgrounds and ensure we make space to incorporate your values and identities into your treatment goals. I pride myself on providing the most effective treatments for your presenting concerns. Whether it be symptom relief, behavior change, learning healthy communication and positive coping skills, processing grief, or improving your overall quality of life, we can work together to create a personalized plan in line with what you hope to gain from treatment.
I have 14 years of experience in various clinical areas, including crisis intervention, case management, medical social work, community program implementation, inpatient psychiatric care, conservatorship, clinical therapy, family health advocacy, developmental disabilities, and mental health court. I am dedicated to assisting the underserved and those seeking holistic health. I approach treatment with an open mind and heart, connecting with those ready for change and meaning. I meet clients where they are, using an eclectic approach to tailor treatment to individual needs and support goal achievement and fulfillment.
I have 14 years of experience in various clinical areas, including crisis intervention, case management, medical social work, community program implementation, inpatient psychiatric care, conservatorship, clinical therapy, family health advocacy, developmental disabilities, and mental health court. I am dedicated to assisting the underserved and those seeking holistic health. I approach treatment with an open mind and heart, connecting with those ready for change and meaning. I meet clients where they are, using an eclectic approach to tailor treatment to individual needs and support goal achievement and fulfillment.
I am a clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experiences. My background spans medical settings and community -based agencies, where I have supported individuals facing a wide range of mental health challenges. I have particular interest in anxiety/ panic disorders, OCD, depression, women mental health, aging, and culture/ acculturation issues. As a bilingual provider fluent in Mandarin Chinese, I strive to offer culturally sensitive care. I believe that every individual possesses the capacity for positive change and I am committed to guiding you on a therapeutic journey that honors your unique strengths and stories.
I am a clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experiences. My background spans medical settings and community -based agencies, where I have supported individuals facing a wide range of mental health challenges. I have particular interest in anxiety/ panic disorders, OCD, depression, women mental health, aging, and culture/ acculturation issues. As a bilingual provider fluent in Mandarin Chinese, I strive to offer culturally sensitive care. I believe that every individual possesses the capacity for positive change and I am committed to guiding you on a therapeutic journey that honors your unique strengths and stories.
I am accepting clients for my next 8-week Women's Burnout Recovery Group starting on June 19th. I currently have a waitlist for individual therapy clients.
My goal as a therapist is to help you move from a place of exhaustion and overwhelm toward balance, clarity, and well-being. I work with individuals facing a wide range of challenges—from burnout and workplace stress to trauma, chronic pain, anxiety, and depression. Many of my clients come to me after experiencing difficult environments such as workplace bullying or psychological unsafety, which can deeply affect both emotional and physical health.
I am accepting clients for my next 8-week Women's Burnout Recovery Group starting on June 19th. I currently have a waitlist for individual therapy clients.
My goal as a therapist is to help you move from a place of exhaustion and overwhelm toward balance, clarity, and well-being. I work with individuals facing a wide range of challenges—from burnout and workplace stress to trauma, chronic pain, anxiety, and depression. Many of my clients come to me after experiencing difficult environments such as workplace bullying or psychological unsafety, which can deeply affect both emotional and physical health.
I specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma, insomnia, and adjustment issues.
Even in moments when what we were born with (i.e., nature), how we were raised (i.e., nurture), or our capacity to act in our best interests (i.e., abilities) may seem to come up short in dealing with life's challenges, each of us can compassionately challenge ourselves to get to where we want to be. A psychotherapist can be a partner in the journey to understanding and accepting what needs to be done, and taking the necessary steps for change to happen.
I specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma, insomnia, and adjustment issues.
Even in moments when what we were born with (i.e., nature), how we were raised (i.e., nurture), or our capacity to act in our best interests (i.e., abilities) may seem to come up short in dealing with life's challenges, each of us can compassionately challenge ourselves to get to where we want to be. A psychotherapist can be a partner in the journey to understanding and accepting what needs to be done, and taking the necessary steps for change to happen.
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.
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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.