Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-Insomnia (CBT-I) Therapists in New York
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) specialists in New York provide structured sleep support to restore healthy rest patterns.
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Swati Shivale
Psychiatrist
Accepting clients from New York
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-Insomnia (CBT-I)ADHDAdjustment difficulties & disordersPregnancy, perinatal, postpartum mental healthMedical professionals' mental healthInfertility and TTC
Online only
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David Spinka
Therapist
Accepting clients from New York
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-Insomnia (CBT-I) Anxiety Life transitionsDating Work stressPanic attacks / panic disorder
In-person & online
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The Non-Ordinary Therapy Company Ltd.
Psychologist
Accepting clients from New York
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-Insomnia (CBT-I)ADHDAdjustment difficulties & disorders Anxiety Depression Stress management
Online only
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Amar Husain Counseling Services
Group practice
Accepting clients from New York
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-Insomnia (CBT-I) Anxiety Depression TraumaChildhood traumaEntrepreneur mental health
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Jennifer Buchwald
Psychologist
Accepting clients from New York
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-Insomnia (CBT-I) Anxiety DepressionObsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)Phobias & fearsPanic attacks / panic disorder
Online only
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Jaclyn Sirulnik
Therapist
Accepting clients from New York
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-Insomnia (CBT-I) Anxiety Couples counseling DepressionParenting Relationship issues
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Create Outcomes Psychological Services
Psychologist
Accepting clients from New York
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-Insomnia (CBT-I)Adjustment difficulties & disorders Anxiety DepressionIdentity development Life transitions
In-person & online
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Julia Yacoob
Psychologist
Accepting clients from New York
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-Insomnia (CBT-I) Anxiety Chronic illness Relationship issuesSelf-esteem Stress management
In-person & online
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Lauren Cox
Psychologist
Accepting clients from New York
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-Insomnia (CBT-I) Anxiety Depression Life transitions Relationship issues Stress management
In-person & online
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Anna Gray
Therapist
Accepting clients from New York
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-Insomnia (CBT-I) Life transitionsWomen's issues Anxiety Adulting Relationship issues
In-person & online
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Jennifer Rubinstein Murray
Psychologist
Accepting clients from New York
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-Insomnia (CBT-I) Couples counseling Relationship issuesParenting Anxiety Infertility counseling
In-person & online
Robert Nemerovski
Psychologist
Accepting clients from New York
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-Insomnia (CBT-I)ADHDAnger management Anxiety Depression Life transitions
In-person & online
Khovita Jainarine
Therapist
Accepting clients from New York
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-Insomnia (CBT-I) Anxiety Depression Stress management Trauma Work stress
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Meaghan Hetherington
Therapist
Accepting clients from New York
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-Insomnia (CBT-I)AnxietyDepressionRelationshipsPregnancy & postpartum mental healthInsomnia & sleep issues
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Willann Stone
Psychologist
Accepting clients from New York
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-Insomnia (CBT-I)Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) TraumaMood disorders Stress managementPost-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
In-person & online
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The Lieberman Center for Psychotherapeutics
Group practice
Accepting clients from New York
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-Insomnia (CBT-I)Medical professionals' mental healthMen's issuesPeak performance Work stressMind-body connection
In-person & online
Noah Bluestone
Psychologist
Accepting clients from New York
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-Insomnia (CBT-I)ADHD Anxiety Depression Life transitionsInsomnia & sleep issues
Online only
HeartWork Psychology
Psychologist
Accepting clients from New York
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-Insomnia (CBT-I)Anger management Anxiety Depression Life transitions Stress management
Online only
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Caitlin Vinter
Therapist
Accepting clients from New York
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-Insomnia (CBT-I)Infertility counseling Life transitionsPostpartum depressionPregnancy, perinatal, postpartum mental healthTransition to new parenthood
Online only
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Jennifer Abcug
Therapist
Accepting clients from New York
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-Insomnia (CBT-I)Women’s life transitionsAnxietyLoss and griefMarital issues (pre, current, post)Pregnancy & postpartum mental health
Online only
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Number of therapists in New York
1463
Available session format
Average cost per session
$229
Therapists in New York who specialize in:
94% Anxiety
85% Depression
70% Relationship issues
64% Life transitions
64% Trauma
58% Stress management
47% Self-esteem
44% Loss, grief, and bereavement
Top insurances plans accepted
45% Aetna
35% Cigna
34% United Healthcare
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How do I find a CBT-I therapist in New York for insomnia, and who is a good candidate?
You can find a CBT-I therapist in New York through Zencare’s directory by looking for clinicians who list Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) and describe a structured plan for sleep change. CBT-I is often a strong fit when you struggle with falling asleep, staying asleep, waking too early, or feeling anxious about sleep itself. A CBT-I therapist in New York should explain how they tailor sleep strategies to your schedule, work demands, and health factors rather than offering generic sleep tips.
You can also ask about how the therapist handles co-occurring concerns. Many people with insomnia also experience anxiety or depression, and treating those symptoms alongside CBT-I can make sleep change more sustainable. A good provider will ask about caffeine, substances, medical conditions, and medication because those details shape what’s safe and effective
If you want to use insurance, ask early about in-network status and out-of-network superbills. Zencare’s health insurance guide can help you understand coverage so CBT-I therapy in New York feels financially manageable
What happens in CBT-I therapy in New York during the first few sessions?
You can find CBT-I therapy in New York that begins with tracking and a clear plan, not vague advice. Early sessions often include a sleep diary, a review of your routine, and an assessment of what’s keeping insomnia alive, such as inconsistent sleep windows, napping, time in bed awake, or worry about consequences the next day. A therapist may also ask about your bedroom environment and how New York noise, light, or late-night screens affect your sleep
CBT-I often includes behavioral changes that can feel counterintuitive at first, yet they’re designed to rebuild sleep drive and strengthen the bed-sleep association. A therapist may recommend a consistent wake time, a tailored sleep window, and strategies for what to do when you can’t sleep without turning the night into a fight. You’ll also work on thoughts that fuel insomnia, such as “if I don’t sleep, tomorrow is ruined,” which can keep your nervous system on alert
You can expect collaboration and adjustment. A CBT-I therapist in New York should review your data, troubleshoot setbacks, and adapt the plan when your work schedule or life stress shifts
Can CBT-I in New York help with anxiety about sleep, racing thoughts, or nighttime panic?
You can find CBT-I in New York that targets the worry loop that often sits on top of insomnia. Many people dread bedtime because it feels like an exam, and that pressure can make your mind race and your body stay activated. CBT-I can help you change the habits that reinforce insomnia while also addressing the beliefs that keep you scanning the clock and predicting disaster.
If anxiety is loud, addressing anxiety alongside CBT-I can help, since the same nervous system activation that fuels insomnia can fuel daytime worry too. Some therapists integrate mindfulness-based therapy to help you relate differently to thoughts and sensations at night without trying to force sleep.
If nighttime panic or trauma-related hypervigilance plays a role, a therapist may also incorporate trauma-informed care. Support for trauma can be important when sleep disruption connects to feeling unsafe or constantly on guard.
How long does CBT-I take in New York, and what does progress look like?
You can find CBT-I in New York that tends to move faster than open-ended therapy because it’s structured and skills-based. Many people work with CBT-I for several weeks, sometimes longer if schedules are irregular or stress stays high. Progress often looks like falling asleep more quickly, spending less time awake in bed, waking fewer times, and feeling less fear about sleep even before sleep becomes perfect.
Progress also shows up in daytime functioning. You might feel less dread in the late afternoon, less irritability, and more confidence that you can handle a rough night without spiraling. In New York, where work and commutes can feel demanding, that sense of steadiness can make the whole week feel more manageable.
If depression is part of the picture, addressing depression can help sleep progress stick. Mood and sleep reinforce each other, and a therapist can help you treat both without blaming you for symptoms
What if my insomnia is tied to work stress, parenting, or chronic illness in New York?
You can find CBT-I therapy in New York that adapts to real-world constraints rather than insisting on a perfect routine. If work hours vary, a therapist can help you protect a consistent wake time and build a plan for nights when you can’t control everything. If parenting disrupts sleep, CBT-I can help you reduce the second layer of insomnia, which is the anxious wakefulness after the unavoidable interruption.
If chronic illness or pain affects sleep, you can still use CBT-I principles with careful tailoring. Some therapists integrate somatic therapy or other body-based regulation to help your system downshift when symptoms flare. If work stress drives late-night activation, exploring work stress alongside CBT-I can help you protect recovery time in New York
A CBT-I therapist in New York should help you find the most effective levers without asking you to live like someone with no responsibilities.
Can I use insurance for CBT-I therapy in New York, and what should I ask before scheduling?
You can find a CBT-I therapist in New York who takes insurance, offers out-of-network superbills, or provides private-pay options, and it helps to clarify cost early. Ask whether the therapist is in-network, what the session fee is, and what documentation they provide for reimbursement. Zencare’s health insurance guide can help you understand deductibles, copays, and out-of-network coverage so you can plan CBT-I therapy in New York with fewer surprises.
You can also ask about structure and expectations. Ask how many sessions they typically recommend, what sleep tracking looks like, and how they handle nights when you don’t follow the plan perfectly. A strong CBT-I therapist in New York will help you stay engaged without turning sleep into another performance metric.
When you’re ready to compare CBT-I therapists in New York and choose someone who fits, explore Zencare.