Insomnia
Insomnia is a sleep disorder that makes it difficult to fall asleep, stay asleep, or get restful, high-quality sleep — even when you have the opportunity to do so. It’s more than an occasional restless night. Insomnia can become a pattern that leaves you feeling exhausted, irritable, and disconnected during the day, making it harder to manage stress, focus, or enjoy life the way you want to.
People with insomnia often worry about sleep as bedtime approaches — will tonight be another struggle? That cycle of stress can actually make sleep even harder. Insomnia may come and go with stressful life events, or it may become chronic, lasting for weeks, months, or sometimes years.
What are Insomnia?
There are a few primary ways insomnia tends to show up:
- Difficulty falling asleep (lying awake for long periods)
- Frequent awakenings during the night or waking too early
- Not feeling rested even after a full night in bed
- Anxiety or frustration around sleep itself
Insomnia affects your mind, mood, energy, and physical health. The good news: treatment is highly effective — and relief is possible.
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Common Signs of Insomnia
Insomnia impacts more than sleep itself. You might experience:
- Daytime fatigue or low energy
- Trouble concentrating, memory difficulties, or brain fog
- Irritability, anxiety, or depressed mood
- Reduced motivation or impaired performance
- Tension headaches or stress-related physical symptoms
- Worrying about sleep all day, not just at night
Many people describe feeling like they’re in “survival mode,” just trying to make it through the day — and hoping tonight will be different.
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What Causes Insomnia?
PInsomnia can be triggered or sustained by several mind-body-environment factors, including:
- Stress, anxiety, and rumination: Difficulty “turning off” your brain at night
- Lifestyle patterns: Irregular sleep schedules, excess screen time, caffeine or alcohol, shift work
- Medical or mental health conditions: Pain, breathing disorders, depression, PTSD, hormonal shifts, pregnancy or menopause
- Environmental factors: Light, noise, uncomfortable sleep spaces
- Learned sleep behaviors: Worrying about sleep or “bed = stress” associations that maintain the cycle
Understanding what’s disrupting your sleep helps create a clearer path back to restorative rest.
How We Treat Insomnia at Headlight
We take a personalized and evidence-based approach that helps retrain both the brain and body to sleep well again.
- Therapy: Our clinicians offer a variety of therapeutic approaches that target the emotional and behavioral patterns tied to sleep struggles. Together, we’ll work on:
- Calming nighttime worry and overthinking
- Building routines that promote consistent, healthy sleep
- Reducing stress responses that keep the body alert at night
- Creating new, more peaceful associations with bedtime and your sleeping space
- Medication Management: For some people, medication can be a helpful part of treatment, especially in the short term. We’ll review your options, adjust as needed, and make sure any sleep aids are used safely and effectively while also addressing the root causes of insomnia.
- Holistic & Lifestyle Support: Sleep is influenced by your body, environment, and daily habits. We help you make adjustments that may include:
- Managing stress and regulating your nervous system
- Increasing natural light exposure and physical activity
- Establishing calming evening routines
- Addressing medical factors or co-occurring mental health concerns
You don’t have to accept exhaustion as your norm — with support, your evenings can feel calmer and your mornings can feel brighter. Talk to your clinician about your experience and treatment goals—we’ll build a care plan together.
Headlight Specializes in Insomnia Treatment in 6 States.
Our Care
Customized Expert Care
Insomnia manifests uniquely in different individuals—there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. That’s why our providers work with you to create a tailored treatment plan.
Personalized Prescriptions
When medication is necessary, our clinicians determine the most manageable and effective prescription for you.
Clinically-Proven Therapy
We personalize each patient experience by matching you to the right practitioner—and the right clinically-proven therapy for your set of symptoms.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Headlight for?
Headlight is for everyone. Taking care of your mental health is a sign of strength, and choosing to better oneself is an empowering decision. We provide mental health services to those seeking a bright path forward.
What is therapy?
Therapy offers a safe and confidential space for individuals to explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences. During therapy sessions, your Headlight therapist will actively listen and provide guidance and insights to help you better understand yourself, your relationships, and your challenges. Talk therapy can address a variety of mental health concerns, from anxiety and depression to trauma and relationship issues. Headlight’s clinicians are experienced in various therapeutic approaches and techniques and offer in-person or virtual sessions.
What is the difference between therapy and psychiatry?
Therapy, often provided by psychologists, social workers, or counselors, involves talking through emotional and psychological challenges to gain insight and develop coping strategies. Whereas, psychiatry, typically led by medical doctors, focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of mental health issues using medication alongside therapy when necessary. While therapy emphasizes conversation and behavioral strategies, psychiatry integrates medication management to address biochemical imbalances in mental health conditions.
Why is it so important to find the right therapist?
Finding the right therapist is so important as it establishes a foundation of trust, creating a safe space for open communication. A well-matched therapist can better understand your individual needs, ensuring personalized support and enhancing the effectiveness of the therapeutic process.
What services do you offer?
Headlight services include therapy, medication management, and Esketamine (Spravato) sessions.
More than 50% of Americans struggle with mental health.
Headlight is now collaborating with health plans and companies to make therapy more accessible and affordable. Get scheduled now.