CBT-I for Insomnia – Evidence-Based Sleep Therapy
Available Online Across California, Illinois, & New York | In-person in Ventura, CA
Struggling With Insomnia?
CBT-I for Insomnia (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia) is the gold-standard treatment for people who can’t sleep, whether you struggle to fall asleep, stay asleep, or wake up feeling rested. Insomnia isn’t “just being tired.” It’s an exhausting cycle that takes over your nights and steals your days.
You might find yourself:
- Lying awake for hours, your mind racing even when your body is exhausted
- Checking the clock again and again, dreading how little sleep you’ll get before morning
- Waking up in the middle of the night, wired and restless, unable to fall back asleep
- Dragging through your day, foggy, irritable, and struggling to focus at work
- Snapping at loved ones, then feeling guilty because you’re running on fumes
- Googling “sleep hacks” at 2 a.m., trying melatonin, herbal teas, or apps, only to feel like nothing works
- Dreading bedtime itself, because it feels like the start of another battle you can’t win
Insomnia doesn’t just affect your nights. It eats away at your health, your patience, your career, and your relationships. The longer it goes on, the more helpless and stuck you may feel, like your body has forgotten how to rest.
Imagine Restful Sleep Again
Now picture a different reality:
- Falling asleep naturally, without pills or rituals that only half-work
- Sleeping through the night and waking up genuinely refreshed
- Trusting your body to find its rhythm instead of fighting it
- Feeling focused, clear, and patient throughout your day
- Approaching bedtime with calm confidence instead of dread
This isn’t a fantasy. It’s what CBT-I for Insomnia (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia) is designed to deliver.
Why Choose CBT-I for Insomnia?
CBT-I for Insomnia is the gold-standard treatment for sleep problems, backed by decades of research and recommended by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. Unlike quick fixes or medication that only mask symptoms, CBT-I gets to the root of insomnia by retraining both your body and your mind.
Through this evidence-based program, you’ll:
- Reset your sleep-wake cycle
- Break the habits and thought patterns that fuel insomnia
- Learn proven strategies to fall asleep, stay asleep, and wake rested
- Build skills that create lasting change
Most clients begin noticing improvement within just a few weeks.
Why Work With Me
I’m a licensed therapist trained through Stanford’s CBT-I program. I specialize in working with high-achievers, professionals, and adults navigating stress, anxiety, and cultural expectations, people who often feel like they “should” be able to push through exhaustion, until insomnia forces them to face its toll.
With me, you’ll get more than just sleep tips. You’ll receive:
- Evidence-based CBT-I tools proven to reset sleep naturally.
- Mind-body integration that includes mindfulness, nervous system regulation, and holistic support.
- Personalized care that addresses not just sleep, but the stress and overthinking that keep you awake.
With me, you’ll get evidence-based tools and a holistic approach. I combine CBT-I with mindfulness and somatic practices so we’re not just treating symptoms, but restoring balance.
Book your free consultation today and take the first step toward better sleep.
The CBT-I for Insomnia Program: 6–8 Sessions to Reset Sleep
CBT-I is a short-term, structured program that typically takes 6–8 sessions. We’ll move step by step to:
- Assess your sleep history and current struggles
- Identify the patterns that keep you stuck in the insomnia cycle
- Build a personalized sleep plan that works with your life
- Practice strategies to fall asleep and stay asleep more easily
- Anchor new habits so your results last long-term
Unlike medication, CBT-I for insomnia doesn’t just cover up symptoms, it retrains your mind and body to sleep naturally again.
Who Can Benefit From CBT-I for Insomnia?
This program is for adults who:
- Can’t fall asleep or stay asleep no matter what you try
- Wake up tired even after 7–8 hours in bed
- Depend on medication or alcohol to get through the night
- Lie awake with racing thoughts or anxiety
- Want a research-backed approach that restores real, lasting rest
CBT-I FAQS
For a limited time while completing my CBT-I Certification (CBT-I-C) through the Society of Behavioral Sleep Medicine, I’m offering sessions at a special reduced rate of $150/session (regular rate $225).
CBT-I is a short-term, structured program—most clients complete it in 6–8 sessions.
Please note: this reduced rate is available only while I complete the supervised certification phase.
I’m a private-pay provider and do not bill insurance directly.
Some clients are able to use out-of-network benefits and receive reimbursement from their insurance company. If you’d like to explore that option, I can provide a superbill for you to submit.
You can also utilize your FSA/HSA card.
Most clients complete CBT-I in 6–8 sessions. Some may need fewer, while others benefit from a little more support. Many people start to notice improvement within just a few weeks.
Yes. Many clients do CBT-I alongside ongoing therapy. Many adults find CBT-I for insomnia in California and Illinois helpful as an adjunct to ongoing therapy.
Yes. I provide CBT-I virtually across California and Illinois, and in-person in Ventura, CA.
Unlike open-ended therapy, CBT-I for insomnia is short-term and designed for lasting results. Clients often notice improvement in just a few weeks, making it a cost-effective alternative to years of struggling with sleep, ongoing medication, or endless trial-and-error with “sleep hacks.”
Ready for Restful Sleep?
Insomnia doesn’t have to run your life. Sleep is not a luxury, it’s your body’s natural right.
Book your free 15-minute consultation and take the first step toward finally feeling rested again.