Insomnia treatment
Reclaim your nights — and your days
When sleep improves, so does everything else. We’ll look at what’s getting in the way and create a plan for you.
MEDICATION FOR INSOMNIA
Insomnia treatment in Denver and Phoenix
Occasional sleeplessness is common. But if you’re spending night after night tossing and turning, waking up exhausted, or struggling to stay asleep, it may be more than stress — it could be clinical insomnia.
And that can negatively impact a variety of aspects of your life: your mood, memory, relationships, and physical health.
At Peak Mental Healthcare, we take a psychiatric approach to treating insomnia that includes a comprehensive evaluation, ongoing medication management, and responsive support. Our Arizona- and Colorado-based psychiatric nurse practitioners will work with you to uncover the root causes of your sleep disruption and tailor a plan that helps restore rest.
Online and in-person appointments are both available, and we work with most major insurers.
Book now to take the first step toward more restful nights.
WHAT WE OFFER
Personalized psychiatry for insomnia treatment
We start by getting the full picture of your health history, sleep patterns, medications, and mental health.
From there, we develop a plan that aligns with your goals, preferences, and symptoms so you can fall asleep, stay asleep, and feel more like yourself.
INSOMNIA PRESCRIPTIONS
The insomnia medications we may prescribe
At Peak Mental Healthcare, your Denver or Phoenix-based psychiatric nurse practitioner will help you explore the options for medication for insomnia. You’ll work together to find something that aligns with your symptoms, lifestyle, and preferences.
COMMONLY PRESCRIBED MEDICATIONS FOR INSOMNIA |
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Melatonin receptor agonists |
Rozerem (ramelteon) – Mimics the effects of melatonin to help regulate your sleep-wake cycle. Often prescribed for those with difficulty falling asleep. |
Orexin receptor antagonists |
Belsomra (suvorexant), Dayvigo (lemborexant) – Helps block wake signals in the brain and supports staying asleep longer. |
Sedating antidepressants |
Remeron (mirtazapine), trazodone, doxepin – May be prescribed when insomnia is linked to depression or anxiety. |
Short-term sleep aids (used with caution) |
Ambien (zolpidem), Restoril (temazepam) – Can be helpful for acute, short-term insomnia, but typically used with care due to potential dependence. |
Your provider will talk you through the risks, benefits, and best fit for your specific sleep issues, always with a goal of helping you feel rested, not groggy.
FAQs
Common questions about insomnia
It’s completely normal to have questions about a condition like insomnia, especially when it’s easy to brush sleep issues off or chalk them up to stress. We’re here to bring you clarity.
Insomnia is a sleep disorder that can involve:
- Trouble falling asleep
- Waking up frequently during the night
- Waking up too early and not being able to fall back asleep
Insomnia may last a few days or persist for months. Chronic insomnia is defined as difficulty sleeping at least three nights a week for three months or more.
When your sleep suffers, so can everything else. During the day, people with insomnia may experience:
- Fatigue and low energy
- Difficulty concentrating or remembering
- Irritability, anxiety, or depression
- Poor performance at work or school
- Increased risk of accidents or errors
Sleep issues can also raise your risk for long-term health conditions.
- Stress or trauma
- Mental health conditions like anxiety and depression
- Stimulants or medications that interfere with sleep
- Irregular sleep routines, screen time, or caffeine/alcohol use
- Medical issues like chronic pain, restless leg syndrome, or sleep apnea
You may be dealing with clinical insomnia if:
- You have trouble falling or staying asleep
- You wake up feeling unrefreshed
- You’ve noticed significant daytime fatigue, brain fog, or irritability
- Your symptoms persist at least three times per week
Even if you're not sure, we're here to help you make sense of what’s going on.
According to the American Medical Association, roughly one-third of U.S. adults experience insomnia, and it becomes chronic for about 10% of those people.
Women are more likely to be affected, and it often co-occurs with anxiety, depression, or hormonal changes.
At Peak Mental Healthcare, treating insomnia starts with understanding you, not just your sleep schedule. During your psychiatric evaluation, we’ll look at the stressors, habits, health conditions, and mental health concerns that might be keeping you up at night.
If medication could help, we’ll talk through your options. Some medications are designed to help you fall asleep faster, while others help you stay asleep longer or reduce the anxiety that’s interfering with rest. Your provider will guide you through what to expect and check in regularly to fine-tune your plan.
When insomnia is linked to unhelpful thought patterns, chronic stress, or another condition like depression or anxiety, brief psychotherapy may also be included as part of your follow-up medication management appointments.
However, since our primary focus is psychiatry and medication management, we’ll recommend trusted therapists if deeper support is needed.
All Conditions
Providing relief to those experiencing these mental health conditions
No matter the diagnosis, we’re here to help you feel better with care that’s rooted in collaboration and built around you.
Anxiety
ADHD
Bipolar Disorder
Depression
Eating Disorders
Insomnia
OCD
PTSD
Substance Abuse
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