Sleep and Anxiety

When Anxiety Disrupts Sleep

Racing thoughts, tension, and restlessness are common symptoms of anxiety that can interfere with falling or staying asleep. Over time, the frustration of sleepless nights can intensify anxiety, creating a cycle that’s difficult to break alone.
Our psychiatrists understand this connection deeply. We use an integrated approach that addresses both anxiety and insomnia, often including:

• Relaxation training and mindfulness techniques to calm nighttime hyperarousal.
• Targeted medication management to treat underlying anxiety disorders while preserving healthy sleep.
• Cognitive and behavioral strategies to reshape unhelpful thought patterns about sleep.

By treating anxiety and insomnia together, we help patients achieve both emotional stability and restorative rest. Learn how our psychiatrists in Greenwich Village can help you manage anxiety and sleep better.