Sleep or Insomnia Psychiatrists in 03909
Maggie S Murphy
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMH-NP, BC, LLC
Verified Verified
York, ME 03909
Welcome! Ive held an RN since 1985 and 15 years later I graduated cum laude from Northeastern University and was Board Certified and licensed to practice as an nurse practitioner in 2001. I love what I do and Ive been fortunate to be able to deepen my psychotherapy and medication management skills with some excellent supervisors over the years. I'm proud of all my skills but I'd have to say that psychotherapy is the favorite part of what I do.
Welcome! Ive held an RN since 1985 and 15 years later I graduated cum laude from Northeastern University and was Board Certified and licensed to practice as an nurse practitioner in 2001. I love what I do and Ive been fortunate to be able to deepen my psychotherapy and medication management skills with some excellent supervisors over the years. I'm proud of all my skills but I'd have to say that psychotherapy is the favorite part of what I do.
Stephen Morley
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
York, ME 03909
Stephen Morley is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Licensed in both Maine and New Hampshire, Stephen works with virtually all ages—from mid-adolescents to adults—and offers his patients both in-office and remote teletherapy options. With a true affinity for the humanistic, health-promoting principles of nursing, Stephen is dedicated to providing each client with compassionate, supportive care. He strives to create a collaborative healthcare experience for every client, offering holistic, patient-centered care that respects and supports individual autonomy.
Stephen Morley is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Licensed in both Maine and New Hampshire, Stephen works with virtually all ages—from mid-adolescents to adults—and offers his patients both in-office and remote teletherapy options. With a true affinity for the humanistic, health-promoting principles of nursing, Stephen is dedicated to providing each client with compassionate, supportive care. He strives to create a collaborative healthcare experience for every client, offering holistic, patient-centered care that respects and supports individual autonomy.
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Sleep or Insomnia Psychiatrists
How effective is treatment for insomnia?
The most effective treatments for insomnia are behavioral techniques that reduce anxiety, including anxiety about falling asleep, and allow the body’s natural cycles to be recalibrated. The most common treatment is cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), which researchers have found to be more useful than medication, with rates of success as high as 80 percent.
Are there specific medications for sleep problems?
There are many medications, both over-the-counter and prescription that treat sleep problems. Supplements such as melatonin are popular and may help, though there is little evidence that it is more effective than a placebo. Prescription medications such as zolpidem are sometimes prescribed.
Are there natural treatments for sleep problems?
There are many natural treatments for everyday sleep problems. Reducing blue-light emitting screens, setting a regular bedtime, regular exercise, reducing caffeine and nicotine consumption, and keeping the bedroom dark and cool at night are all lifestyle changes that can help those who struggle with sleep but may not reach the level of an insomnia diagnosis.
What’s the difference between having trouble falling asleep and insomnia?
Life events, stress, and anxiety can lead to sleepless nights for everyone from time to time. To be diagnosed with insomnia, a patient must experience trouble falling asleep, trouble remaining asleep, waking up too early, or non-restorative sleep at least three nights per week for at least one month. Sleep problems affect one-third to one-half of the population, while chronic insomnia affects about 10 to 15 percent of people.