Sleep or Insomnia Therapists in Atlanta, GA

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Vincent Fitch
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30324
I specialize in eating disorders, body image, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship concerns, and sleep difficulties.
Asking for help can be difficult especially when you pride yourself for being an independent person. When the uncontrollable aspects of life emerge and stick around it can often lead to feeling out of control, stuck, or unproductive even for someone that is usually successful. The truth is that life happens no matter the best of our own intentions and that is where I can work with you to reclaim your ideal life and achieve your goals.
I specialize in eating disorders, body image, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship concerns, and sleep difficulties.
Asking for help can be difficult especially when you pride yourself for being an independent person. When the uncontrollable aspects of life emerge and stick around it can often lead to feeling out of control, stuck, or unproductive even for someone that is usually successful. The truth is that life happens no matter the best of our own intentions and that is where I can work with you to reclaim your ideal life and achieve your goals.
(404) 962-0948 View (404) 962-0948
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Leah Farrell-Carnahan
Psychologist, PhD, LCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30307
I am a specialist offering cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with mindfulness training for anxiety (generalized anxiety, phobias, social anxiety, health anxiety, etc.), obsessive compulsive or related disorders, perfectionism, insomnia, and post traumatic stress. I also help with depression, substance use, and chronic health conditions as well as difficulties adjusting to life changes, career, or relationships.
I am a specialist offering cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with mindfulness training for anxiety (generalized anxiety, phobias, social anxiety, health anxiety, etc.), obsessive compulsive or related disorders, perfectionism, insomnia, and post traumatic stress. I also help with depression, substance use, and chronic health conditions as well as difficulties adjusting to life changes, career, or relationships.
(678) 820-4557 View (678) 820-4557
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Paula P Reid
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30329  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Living a full, purposeful, powerful life feels out of reach sometimes. Obstacles can get in our way and stop us. Life can be interrupted by poor sleep, chronic health issues, or by accidents or health conditions that led to reduced cognitive skills. These conditions can create real stressors, anxiety, depression or reduced ability to cope with the demands of modern living. Your well-being is of the upmost importance to me. Your ability to embrace your life and find joy and creativity can be rekindled despite your circumstances. If you are concerned about your cognitive skills, I can help you find solutions and work arounds.
Living a full, purposeful, powerful life feels out of reach sometimes. Obstacles can get in our way and stop us. Life can be interrupted by poor sleep, chronic health issues, or by accidents or health conditions that led to reduced cognitive skills. These conditions can create real stressors, anxiety, depression or reduced ability to cope with the demands of modern living. Your well-being is of the upmost importance to me. Your ability to embrace your life and find joy and creativity can be rekindled despite your circumstances. If you are concerned about your cognitive skills, I can help you find solutions and work arounds.
(678) 534-8157 View (678) 534-8157
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Nikia Scott
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30329
I have additional specialized training in trauma & behavioral sleep medicine.
I am a therapist who integrates cognitive-behavioral techniques and systems theories into my clinical treatment of children, adolescents, and college students. Because I greatly value interdisciplinary work, I strive for successful collaboration with social workers, physicians, and educators in the provision of holistic behavioral healthcare for my clients. With a deep appreciation for the family system I partner with the important people in a child's life who often influence and affect their behavior through modeling and other relational processes. By providing concrete parenting strategies that increase self-efficacy, I aim to reduce disruptive behaviors & improve parent-child relationships.
I have additional specialized training in trauma & behavioral sleep medicine.
I am a therapist who integrates cognitive-behavioral techniques and systems theories into my clinical treatment of children, adolescents, and college students. Because I greatly value interdisciplinary work, I strive for successful collaboration with social workers, physicians, and educators in the provision of holistic behavioral healthcare for my clients. With a deep appreciation for the family system I partner with the important people in a child's life who often influence and affect their behavior through modeling and other relational processes. By providing concrete parenting strategies that increase self-efficacy, I aim to reduce disruptive behaviors & improve parent-child relationships.
(770) 285-0277 View (770) 285-0277
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Dr. P. Ryan Grant
Psychologist, MPH, PsyD, PSYPACT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30327  (Online Only)
My additional focus areas include regulating depression, anxiety, and negative self-talk, improving interpersonal relationships through communication and skills building, and improving insomnia.
It seems nearly impossible for folx to live honestly, freely, and unabashedly in today’s world. As a Black and queer therapist, I am dedicated to resistance; I help folx to get honest with themselves and others, to use their values to shape life goals, to unlearn restrictive mores that have aided in their oppressive, and to live a more liberating and affirming life.
My additional focus areas include regulating depression, anxiety, and negative self-talk, improving interpersonal relationships through communication and skills building, and improving insomnia.
It seems nearly impossible for folx to live honestly, freely, and unabashedly in today’s world. As a Black and queer therapist, I am dedicated to resistance; I help folx to get honest with themselves and others, to use their values to shape life goals, to unlearn restrictive mores that have aided in their oppressive, and to live a more liberating and affirming life.
(346) 222-3989 View (346) 222-3989
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Anne D Bartolucci
Psychologist, PhD, CBSM
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30322
I worked in a sleep disorders center for three years, and we can figure out if you may have another sleep disorder that could be keeping you from sleeping.
Insomnia is a disorder that touches every aspect of a person's life. There's nothing more miserable than struggling to sleep, which seems like it should be so natural and easy. Then, during the day, you wonder why, if you're so tired, is it so hard to sleep at night? It is possible to get sufficient high-quality sleep without the use of medication. Cognitive-Behavioral Treatment for Insomnia (CBT-I) has been recommended as the first line of treatment for chronic insomnia, and I have seen it work in clients from age 15 up to 90+.
I worked in a sleep disorders center for three years, and we can figure out if you may have another sleep disorder that could be keeping you from sleeping.
Insomnia is a disorder that touches every aspect of a person's life. There's nothing more miserable than struggling to sleep, which seems like it should be so natural and easy. Then, during the day, you wonder why, if you're so tired, is it so hard to sleep at night? It is possible to get sufficient high-quality sleep without the use of medication. Cognitive-Behavioral Treatment for Insomnia (CBT-I) has been recommended as the first line of treatment for chronic insomnia, and I have seen it work in clients from age 15 up to 90+.
(404) 566-6151 View (404) 566-6151
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Steven R. Jones- Marriage Couple Family Therapist
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA-MFT, ICADC, CADC1, SYMBIS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30339
I typically work with individuals with various diagnoses, couples struggling with marital issues and families navigating divorce, blended families, co-parenting, grief, insomnia, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, and OCD. I am well-suited, competent, and clinically trained in a variety of treatment approaches including but not limited to CBT, Trauma, attachment injury, internal family systems, DBT, and childhood trauma. I have an interest in working with substance misuse, and all types of addiction, including gambling and increasingly common tech porn.
I typically work with individuals with various diagnoses, couples struggling with marital issues and families navigating divorce, blended families, co-parenting, grief, insomnia, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, and OCD. I am well-suited, competent, and clinically trained in a variety of treatment approaches including but not limited to CBT, Trauma, attachment injury, internal family systems, DBT, and childhood trauma. I have an interest in working with substance misuse, and all types of addiction, including gambling and increasingly common tech porn.
(678) 324-3648 View (678) 324-3648
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Nathan Mascaro
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30307
I use scientifically grounded interventions to treat the above conditions, employing approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Prolonged Exposure Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Exposure and Ritual Prevention, CBT for Depression, Interpersonal Therapy for Depression, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, and CBT for insomnia.
I am an ABPP certified psychologist providing evidence-based psychotherapy to people ages 17+. Having practiced in Georgia since 2007 when I completed my postdoctoral fellowship in Clinical Psychology at Emory University, I've worked in private practice and hospital settings for 15+ years treating depression, anxiety (including OCD, panic, phobias, and chronic worry/GAD), PTSD and other trauma or grief related issues, bipolar disorder, insomnia, and issues related to meaning/purpose and existential distress. I work with individuals from late adolescence through older adulthood across the continua of gender, ethnicity, and faith.
I use scientifically grounded interventions to treat the above conditions, employing approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Prolonged Exposure Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Exposure and Ritual Prevention, CBT for Depression, Interpersonal Therapy for Depression, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, and CBT for insomnia.
I am an ABPP certified psychologist providing evidence-based psychotherapy to people ages 17+. Having practiced in Georgia since 2007 when I completed my postdoctoral fellowship in Clinical Psychology at Emory University, I've worked in private practice and hospital settings for 15+ years treating depression, anxiety (including OCD, panic, phobias, and chronic worry/GAD), PTSD and other trauma or grief related issues, bipolar disorder, insomnia, and issues related to meaning/purpose and existential distress. I work with individuals from late adolescence through older adulthood across the continua of gender, ethnicity, and faith.
(404) 390-4843 View (404) 390-4843
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Enika McClain
PMHNP
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30303  (Online Only)
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I specialize in assessing, diagnosing and treating individuals with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, stress, trauma, sleep issues, ocd, and more.
Are you not getting the joy out of the things you once enjoyed doing, worry, lack motivation, feeling irritable, or just wanting to be left alone. If you are reading this profile, I welcome you into this space. I know taking this step wasn't easy, but I would love to help you explore these feelings. My name is Enika McClain, and I am a Dual Certified Psychiatric and Family Nurse Practitioner. I have over 20+ years of nursing experience. I have worked with various populations and have a diverse background in treating children, adults, and the elderly with mental health disorders.
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I specialize in assessing, diagnosing and treating individuals with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, stress, trauma, sleep issues, ocd, and more.
Are you not getting the joy out of the things you once enjoyed doing, worry, lack motivation, feeling irritable, or just wanting to be left alone. If you are reading this profile, I welcome you into this space. I know taking this step wasn't easy, but I would love to help you explore these feelings. My name is Enika McClain, and I am a Dual Certified Psychiatric and Family Nurse Practitioner. I have over 20+ years of nursing experience. I have worked with various populations and have a diverse background in treating children, adults, and the elderly with mental health disorders.
(470) 745-2876 View (470) 745-2876
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Akin Ayeni MD and associates
MD
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30339  (Online Only)
Dr. Akin Ayeni specializes in Primary care psychiatry which includes treatment of anxiety,depression,PTSD,panic attacks,ADHD and chronic insomnia He is also an addiction disease specialist with over 36 years in medical practice. He is a Morehouse scholar from where he completed a residency program in Family Practice. He completed a fellowship in Primary care psychiatry at the University of California,Irvine.He licenses to practice medicine in Georgia,Maryland and Delaware;West VA &N Carolina He sees all his patients by telehealth video visits in these three states and write them E-prescriptions at the pharmacy of their choices
Dr. Akin Ayeni specializes in Primary care psychiatry which includes treatment of anxiety,depression,PTSD,panic attacks,ADHD and chronic insomnia He is also an addiction disease specialist with over 36 years in medical practice. He is a Morehouse scholar from where he completed a residency program in Family Practice. He completed a fellowship in Primary care psychiatry at the University of California,Irvine.He licenses to practice medicine in Georgia,Maryland and Delaware;West VA &N Carolina He sees all his patients by telehealth video visits in these three states and write them E-prescriptions at the pharmacy of their choices
(678) 263-2125 View (678) 263-2125
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Emily Hood
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30306
I work with adults and teens who experience stress, anxiety, workplace or productivity burnout, depression, insomnia, grief, trauma, low self-confidence, conflicts, family issues, and other difficulties life throws our way.
Are you anxious or overwhelmed? Do you experience self-doubt or low self-esteem? I am an empathetic listener and provide a safe space to help my clients embrace who they are. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), mindfulness, and other tools to help clients find new and healthier ways to approach life challenges, understand their emotions, and find different perspectives.
I work with adults and teens who experience stress, anxiety, workplace or productivity burnout, depression, insomnia, grief, trauma, low self-confidence, conflicts, family issues, and other difficulties life throws our way.
Are you anxious or overwhelmed? Do you experience self-doubt or low self-esteem? I am an empathetic listener and provide a safe space to help my clients embrace who they are. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), mindfulness, and other tools to help clients find new and healthier ways to approach life challenges, understand their emotions, and find different perspectives.
(404) 738-7198 View (404) 738-7198
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James Brook
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30316  (Online Only)
James Brook, LCSW, LICSW, LCADC, CAADC, CCATP, CTMH. I specialize in Anxiety, Insomnia, Addiction, Self-esteem, and Veterans' issues (not including PTSD). I have been practicing since 2008 in multiple settings, including residential, correctional, and outpatient. I am a Disabled Veteran and in recovery from substance use. I am a past user of mental and behavioral health services and am personally aware of the stigma associated with asking for help. Asking for help takes an extraordinary strength and desire to be your best self.
James Brook, LCSW, LICSW, LCADC, CAADC, CCATP, CTMH. I specialize in Anxiety, Insomnia, Addiction, Self-esteem, and Veterans' issues (not including PTSD). I have been practicing since 2008 in multiple settings, including residential, correctional, and outpatient. I am a Disabled Veteran and in recovery from substance use. I am a past user of mental and behavioral health services and am personally aware of the stigma associated with asking for help. Asking for help takes an extraordinary strength and desire to be your best self.
(323) 643-8569 View (323) 643-8569
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Vanessa Hinckley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30328
Life is stressful, especially with all the challenges of the world today. It's no wonder that many of us feel like we're barely keeping it together. Stress takes a toll on our bodies and our minds, and it may show up in the form of anxiety, sleep problems, controlling behavior, trouble managing personal relationships, and posttraumatic stress. Such a complex problem can feel impossible to resolve. This is why I apply a variety of interventions to support your healing. This may involve changing your thoughts and behaviors (CBT), learning how to be more present (mindfulness), and/or establishing safety (trauma-informed).
Life is stressful, especially with all the challenges of the world today. It's no wonder that many of us feel like we're barely keeping it together. Stress takes a toll on our bodies and our minds, and it may show up in the form of anxiety, sleep problems, controlling behavior, trouble managing personal relationships, and posttraumatic stress. Such a complex problem can feel impossible to resolve. This is why I apply a variety of interventions to support your healing. This may involve changing your thoughts and behaviors (CBT), learning how to be more present (mindfulness), and/or establishing safety (trauma-informed).
(404) 410-1272 View (404) 410-1272
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Tanya Oken
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30328
I am specialized to treat health-related conditions such as eating and feeding disorders, body image issues, sleep problems, and, chronic pain.
You are here because you are looking to make something in your child’s life better. Maybe you are concerned about your child's mood, level of anxiety, self-esteem, relationships, or behavior. Perhaps you are looking to equip them early with tools to handle challenges with confidence. Growing up today is not easy, and parenting a child in today’s world is no easier. As a licensed clinical psychologist, I am here to partner with your family as you navigate the challenges (big or small) your child is facing.
I am specialized to treat health-related conditions such as eating and feeding disorders, body image issues, sleep problems, and, chronic pain.
You are here because you are looking to make something in your child’s life better. Maybe you are concerned about your child's mood, level of anxiety, self-esteem, relationships, or behavior. Perhaps you are looking to equip them early with tools to handle challenges with confidence. Growing up today is not easy, and parenting a child in today’s world is no easier. As a licensed clinical psychologist, I am here to partner with your family as you navigate the challenges (big or small) your child is facing.
(404) 256-9325 View (404) 256-9325
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Daniel J. Wachtel
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30342
Specialties include work with older adults, chronic illness, end of life, dementia, adults caring for loved ones (Caregivers), sleep difficulty, depression, anxiety, and relationship problems.
I am a practicing clinical psychologist and Geropsychologist in Atlanta, Georgia (Sandy Springs). I work with individuals, couples, groups and organizations. My commitment is to help my clients experience relief from their immediate problems, and to obtain a more meaningful and deeper understanding of themselves for longer-lasting change in concert with their life goals. Services provided include, but are not limited to, crisis intervention, individual psychotherapy, couples counseling, psychological evaluations, education, and consultation.
Specialties include work with older adults, chronic illness, end of life, dementia, adults caring for loved ones (Caregivers), sleep difficulty, depression, anxiety, and relationship problems.
I am a practicing clinical psychologist and Geropsychologist in Atlanta, Georgia (Sandy Springs). I work with individuals, couples, groups and organizations. My commitment is to help my clients experience relief from their immediate problems, and to obtain a more meaningful and deeper understanding of themselves for longer-lasting change in concert with their life goals. Services provided include, but are not limited to, crisis intervention, individual psychotherapy, couples counseling, psychological evaluations, education, and consultation.
(404) 994-3560 View (404) 994-3560
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Rebecca Leslie
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30324
I work with clients who want to feel better about their bodies or improve their relationship with food. I specialize in emotional eating, binge eating, yo-yo dieting, eating disorders, as well as weight concerns. I work with many clients with anxiety, depression, insomnia, and relationship struggles.
I work with clients who want to feel better about their bodies or improve their relationship with food. I specialize in emotional eating, binge eating, yo-yo dieting, eating disorders, as well as weight concerns. I work with many clients with anxiety, depression, insomnia, and relationship struggles.
(678) 582-1538 View (678) 582-1538
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Patrick Tremaglio
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30324
I work with adolescents, young adults, adults, families, and couples struggling with anxiety, depression, bipolar, stress, and relationship difficulties. My approach is guided by the Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) model, a third wave cognitive behavioral way of working with clients that incorporates mindfulness. I believe that the foundation to healthy functioning starts with sleep, diet, exercise, and mindfulness. I work with clients on a combination of self-compassion, changing behavioral habits, and changing cognitive habits.
I work with adolescents, young adults, adults, families, and couples struggling with anxiety, depression, bipolar, stress, and relationship difficulties. My approach is guided by the Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) model, a third wave cognitive behavioral way of working with clients that incorporates mindfulness. I believe that the foundation to healthy functioning starts with sleep, diet, exercise, and mindfulness. I work with clients on a combination of self-compassion, changing behavioral habits, and changing cognitive habits.
(404) 991-5782 View (404) 991-5782
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Peachtree Cognitive Center
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30305
Our clinicians utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) protocol, an approach that has been proven effective for patients of all ages who struggle with issues like anxiety, panic disorder, OCD, ADHD, and sleep irregularity.
Our clinicians utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) protocol, an approach that has been proven effective for patients of all ages who struggle with issues like anxiety, panic disorder, OCD, ADHD, and sleep irregularity.
(470) 594-3337 View (470) 594-3337
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Atlanta Holistic Mental Health & Wellness
MD, MM, MBA, MHSA
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30350
At Atlanta Holistic Mental Health & Wellness, Atlanta's Top Holistic, Integrative, Functional, & Psychoanalytic Mental Health Practice, we get to the root causes of problems & symptoms holistically & naturally. We believe that other approaches fail b/c they ignore the root causes of issues, challenges & symptoms. We empower you to reach your life, personal, relationship & professional goals holistically. Visit our website & see our 100+ 5-Star Reviews! Overcome challenges w/ Life Direction, Indecision, Insomnia, Anxiety/Worry, Panic Attacks, Racing Thoughts, Destructive Cycles, Emotional Ruts, Grief, Depression, ADHD, & Trauma.
At Atlanta Holistic Mental Health & Wellness, Atlanta's Top Holistic, Integrative, Functional, & Psychoanalytic Mental Health Practice, we get to the root causes of problems & symptoms holistically & naturally. We believe that other approaches fail b/c they ignore the root causes of issues, challenges & symptoms. We empower you to reach your life, personal, relationship & professional goals holistically. Visit our website & see our 100+ 5-Star Reviews! Overcome challenges w/ Life Direction, Indecision, Insomnia, Anxiety/Worry, Panic Attacks, Racing Thoughts, Destructive Cycles, Emotional Ruts, Grief, Depression, ADHD, & Trauma.
(404) 341-6360 View (404) 341-6360
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Curtis N Hooks
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30314  (Online Only)
I know how important sleep is to overall health and functioning.
Sleep is a wonderful thing when you can do it well. Many individuals who struggle with sleeping find themselves doing everything they can to get a better snooze, but nothing seems to help, which often leads to anxiety, frustration, and depression.
I know how important sleep is to overall health and functioning.
Sleep is a wonderful thing when you can do it well. Many individuals who struggle with sleeping find themselves doing everything they can to get a better snooze, but nothing seems to help, which often leads to anxiety, frustration, and depression.
(470) 458-3541 View (470) 458-3541
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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.