No matter how tired I am, I just can’t seem
to fall asleep or stay asleep.

If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone.

What is Insomnia?

Sleep problems are one of the most common struggles people face, especially in a fast-paced place like New York City. When your sleep is disrupted night after night, it doesn’t just affect your nights it impacts your mood, focus, energy, and overall quality of life. Insomnia is more than just a few restless nights.

It’s a pattern of ongoing sleep difficulties that interfere with your daily functioning.

You may:

Have trouble falling asleep, no matter how tired you feel
Wake up frequently during the night or too early in the morning
Lie awake with racing thoughts, unable to relax
Sleep but never feel fully rested

Over time, insomnia can also lead to:

Irritability and mood changes
Difficulty concentrating or completing tasks at work or school
Fatigue and low energy during the day
Loss of interest in hobbies or activities
Changes in appetite or eating patterns

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How Therapy Can Help:

Insomnia often feels like a cycle you can’t break, the harder you try to sleep, the harder it becomes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) is a highly effective treatment that helps you retrain your brain and body for healthier, more restorative sleep.

In therapy, we’ll work together to:

Identify unhelpful thought patterns that keep your mind racing at night
Rebuild a healthier sleep routine that signals your body it’s time to rest
Break the cycle of worry and frustration that makes sleep feel impossible
Develop relaxation strategies to help you wind down more easily
Address underlying stress or anxiety that may be fueling your insomnia

Unlike quick fixes or sleep medication, CBT-I helps you create long-lasting improvements in your sleep and overall well-being.

You May Be Wondering…

Not necessarily. While medication can provide short-term relief, research shows CBT-I is one of the most effective long-term treatments for insomnia. Therapy helps address the root causes of sleep difficulties rather than just the symptoms.
Yes. Even chronic insomnia can improve with the right tools and strategies. Many people see significant results within weeks of starting CBT-I.
Insomnia and anxiety often go hand in hand. Stressful thoughts can keep your mind alert at night, while lack of sleep can intensify feelings of worry the next day. This creates a frustrating cycle:
- Anxious thoughts → harder to fall asleep
- Poor sleep → increased anxiety, irritability, and fatigue
- More stress → worsening insomnia
The good news is that breaking this cycle is possible. Therapy can help address both the sleep difficulties and the underlying stress or anxiety fueling them.