Does CBT-I work over video for Los Angeles patients?

Yes. CBT-I sessions involve discussion, review of your sleep diary and adjustments to your sleep schedule, which can all happen by video. Set aside about 50 minutes in a private place with reliable internet.

Can I take sessions from anywhere in Los Angeles County?

You can join from home, a private office or another quiet location anywhere in Los Angeles County. You must be physically in California during the appointment, regardless of your home address.

Should I get a Los Angeles sleep study first if I snore?

A sleep study records your breathing and movement overnight to look for problems such as apnea. Apnea and insomnia often show up together. We treat insomnia and coordinate referrals to partners who treat sleep apnea.

Insomnia Treatment in Los Angeles

We use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) to treat chronic sleep difficulties. Treatment combines weekly appointments, a sleep diary and an individualized sleep schedule without adding medication. Most Los Angeles patients meet a California-licensed clinician by video. A limited number of clinicians also offer in-person visits; availability is confirmed when scheduling.

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Clinically reviewed by the California Sleep Center clinical team · September 2026

In network with Aetna, Blue Shield of California, Cigna / Evernorth, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare / Optum

Clinicians who see Los Angeles patients

There is no practice office in Los Angeles. 3 of the 5 clinicians currently accepting new patients are located in Los Angeles County. Every clinician shown is trained in CBT-I. Credentials, areas of focus and current availability are on our clinicians page.

Nicole Ortiz, PhD, CBT-I

Based in Los Angeles, CA

Works with: Insomnia, Anxiety

Approach: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Patrick Lockwood, PsyD, CBT-I

Based in Glendale, CA

Works with: Insomnia, Faith, Trauma and PTSD, Substance abuse

Approach: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Motivational interviewing

Dr. Veronica Perin, PhD, CBT-I

Based in Los Angeles, CA

Works with: Insomnia, Anxiety, Depression, Caregivers, Chronic Illness

Approach: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational interviewing, Solution-focused

When to seek insomnia treatment

Chronic insomnia involves difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep or returning to sleep at least three nights a week for three months or longer. Irregular work hours, night shifts and long commutes can make a consistent sleep schedule difficult. Your clinician considers these demands when planning CBT-I.

Sleep apnea and insomnia often occur together. We treat insomnia and coordinate referrals to partners who treat sleep apnea. If a clinician also works with anxiety, depression or stress, their profile says so.

Insurance for Los Angeles patients

Aetna
Blue Shield of California
Cigna / Evernorth
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare / Optum

We verify your benefits before the first appointment. Visits are billed as therapy, and your plan sets the share you pay. Self-pay is available if your plan is not listed.

Your first insomnia appointment

Review your sleep history. The initial appointment lasts about 50 minutes. You discuss your sleep, daily schedule, health history and previous treatment.
Build the plan. You keep a short sleep record each morning. Your clinician uses it to set the times you go to bed and get up.
Adjust it weekly. Most treatment takes six to eight weekly appointments, and improvement can begin in the first few weeks. See how treatment works.

Book An Appointment

You need to be in California for each appointment. We also have information for patients in San Francisco, San Diego and other parts of California. Our practice office is at 650 California Street, San Francisco, CA 94108. Most Los Angeles patients receive care by video.

What Los Angeles patients ask first

Does CBT-I work over video for Los Angeles patients?: Yes. CBT-I sessions involve discussion, review of your sleep diary and adjustments to your sleep schedule, which can all happen by video. Set aside about 50 minutes in a private place with reliable internet.
Can I take sessions from anywhere in Los Angeles County?: You can join from home, a private office or another quiet location anywhere in Los Angeles County. You must be physically in California during the appointment, regardless of your home address.
Should I get a Los Angeles sleep study first if I snore?: A sleep study records your breathing and movement overnight to look for problems such as apnea. Apnea and insomnia often show up together. We treat insomnia and coordinate referrals to partners who treat sleep apnea.

Book an Insomnia Appointment in Los Angeles

Book a video evaluation with a California-licensed insomnia clinician.

Book An Appointment Call (628) 433-2505