Evidence-based insomnia treatments from a medical doctor who specializes in sleep disorders, all conveniently online through telepsychiatry.
See a board-certified psychiatrist, get same-day medications sent to your pharmacy and sleep better within days – all covered by insurance.
Many adults will struggle with insomnia at some point in their life. But poor sleep doesn’t just make you feel tired – it’s proven to worsen or even cause numerous mental health conditions. Fortunately, there are now a wide variety of safe and effective treatments for this condition, and therapies are constantly improving.
At Northstone Psychiatry, your sleep will always be in the hands of a licensed medical doctor with four additional years of specialty training in psychiatry – the highest qualifications and standards available in mental health treatment today. Book now to speak with a board-certified psychiatrist who specializes in insomnia. We offer same-day prescriptions sent to your pharmacy in addition to evidence-based behavioral and lifestyle approaches. Appointments often available within days.
TelePsychiatry, Covered by Insurance
Convenient care from home with telehealth. We make it simple to use any phone, tablet or computer. And yes, we accept insurance.
Flexible Appointment Times
Forget inconvenient appointment times and rushing through traffic to get to a clinic. Be seen by a board-certified psychiatrist within days - and on your schedule, not ours.
Same-Day Prescriptions
Get an appropriate evaluation, diagnosis and medications sent to the pharmacy of your choice the very same day.
Secure Visits
Our platform is 100% private, confidential and HIPPA-Compliant.
Select a time that works for you using our secure online portal
Join your video appointment from home via phone, tablet or computer. We make it easy - we'll send you the link before your appointment. No apps or software needed.
Prescriptions sent to your pharmacy the very same day. You'll then have follow up with the same provider.
Board-Certified Psychiatrist
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
Founder, Northstone Psychiatry
As licensed physicians, we are able to prescribe any and all treatments that may be effective in treating your insomnia. We prescribe a wide range of medications for insomnia, from non-habit-forming options (like Trazodone or Hydroxyzine) to stronger treatments (like Ambien or Lunesta) when medically appropriate. Your safety is our priority. If a controlled substance is necessary to break the cycle of sleeplessness, we can use it and monitor you closely to prevent dependency and other side effects.
We often have appointments available within days. Unlike large hospital systems or other clinics where wait times can be months, we prioritize accessibility so you can get the insomnia treatment you need when you actually need it.
We also offer same-day medications sent to the pharmacy of your choice so you can start sleeping better as soon as possible.
Over the counter supplements are often too weak for clinical insomnia. Chronic insomnia is a biological state of hyper-arousal; your brain’s ‘off switch’ is malfunctioning. As medical doctors, we have access to prescription-strength treatments that target the specific neurotransmitters responsible for sleep initiation and maintenance, going far beyond what ‘sleep hygiene’ alone can achieve.
Yes. The vast majority of insomnia cases do not require a physical sleep study (which is mostly used for Sleep Apnea). We diagnose insomnia through a comprehensive clinical interview, reviewing your medical history, sleep patterns, and lifestyle factors. If we suspect a physical blockage like Sleep Apnea, we can refer you to a specialist for a sleep study while we continue to manage the psychiatric aspects of your sleep.
Many patients with insomnia prefer this to avoid the hassle of driving to an unfamiliar clinic at an inconvenient appointment time and sitting in a waiting room. Our secure, HIPAA-compliant video visits allow you to receive expert insomnia treatment from the privacy and comfort of your home at a time that is convenient for you.
It can be insomnia alone, anxiety alone, a combination of both or several other conditions. Insomnia and anxiety feed each other in a vicious cycle. Because we are Board-Certified Psychiatrists, we are uniquely qualified to treat the intersection of these two conditions and any others that may be contributing to your poor sleep. We don’t just treat the sleeplessness; we treat the underlying racing thoughts or chemical imbalances that are keeping you awake, tackling the root cause so your sleep architecture improves and you wake up refreshed.
Yes. Sleep is essential for both physical and mental health, and its treatment should be covered. We accept major insurance plans (including Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare/Optum and others) for both your evaluation and all ongoing follow up care, ensuring you never have to pay out-of-pocket prices for restful sleep. Unlike many specialized psychiatry practices that are cash-only, we believe the highest-quality medical care should be accessible.
At Northstone Psychiatry, we believe elite medical care is defined by clinical excellence, not high fees. By maintaining in-network status, we adhere to the rigorous quality standards required by major health systems. This ensures that when you book with Northstone, you’ll receive safe, physician-led insomnia treatment from a board-certified psychiatrist – often for as low as $0 depending on your plan.
While therapists and psychologists provide counseling, a Psychiatrist is a medical doctor and licensed physician who then completed an additional 4 years of residency training specializing in treating mental health conditions, including insomnia and other conditions that can cause poor sleep such as depression, anxiety, or OCD. Psychiatrists are fully licensed to prescribe all medications, make any diagnosis, and perform any therapy.
“Board-Certified” Psychiatrists have done all of this and then sought additional credentialing by the American Board of Neurology and Psychiatry, to ensure the absolute highest standards, experience, knowledge and credentialing of any mental health provider anywhere. And yes, when you book with Northstone, you’ll see a Board-Certified Psychiatrist.
If you have been in therapy or tried coping strategies and sleep hygiene but still feel stuck, seeing a medical doctor ensures you are treating the biological root of your insomnia and receiving the best treatment available.
First, when you book with Northstone Psychiatry, you’ll see a real medical doctor: a licensed, board-certified psychiatrist who completed medical school and an additional four years of mental health specialty training in insomnia and other conditions that can mimic or cause insomnia, such as anxiety, OCD or other mood disorders. Having the expertise required to distinguish between these causes of insomnia and understanding your unique symptoms is essential to ensure proper treatment. By choosing Northstone, you’ll put your treatment in the hands of a real medical doctor with the highest qualifications, training, knowledge and experience.
Second, we offer a flexible, accessible and convenient experience with telepsychiatry. No waiting weeks or even months for treatment. No traffic, waiting rooms or inconvenient appointment times. Wherever you are, we can see you at a time that is convenient for you through any phone, tablet or computer. We strive to be very flexible with appointment times and can often schedule visits in the evenings or later if needed.
Finally, many providers treat sleep as an afterthought, simply handing out a generic pill. But at Northstone, we view sleep as a vital sign. We work with you to build a customized ‘sleep architecture’ plan – adjusting medication timing, dosages, and behavioral strategies to ensure you not only fall asleep but stay asleep and wake up feeling restored, not groggy.
We made it simple, we promise. You don’t need to download any software or apps, make any phone calls, or mail anything in.
Step 1 – Book an appointment at a time convenient for you
Step 2 – Before your appointment, we’ll email or text you a secure link. Just click that link from your phone, tablet or computer and you’ll be connected directly to your provider in a private, HIPPA-compliant video room
Step 3 – Talk to a board-certified psychiatrist. We’re approachable, easy to talk to and here to listen. We’ll put together a treatment plan for your insomnia and can send same-day insomnia medications to your pharmacy if needed.
