Insomnia treatment for Pittsburgh and western Pennsylvania

Most Pittsburgh patients meet a Pennsylvania-licensed clinician by video for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). Weekly visits focus on sleep timing and habits without adding medication. A limited number of clinicians also see patients in person at our Philadelphia office; availability is confirmed at booking.

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In network with Aetna, Capital Blue Cross, Cigna / Evernorth, Highmark, Independence Blue Cross, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare / Optum, Veterans Affairs Community Care Network

Clinically reviewed by the Pennsylvania Better Sleep clinical team · September 2026

Using insurance

Before the first session, we check what your plan pays for counseling and what you may owe. Self-pay is also available.

Aetna
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna / Evernorth
Highmark
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare / Optum
Veterans Affairs Community Care Network

Is this treatment suitable for you?

Chronic insomnia includes trouble falling asleep, staying asleep or returning to sleep at least three nights a week for three months or more. Your clinician will ask about work hours, sleep habits and worry about sleep to understand what may be contributing to the problem.

Sleep apnea is a separate problem: breathing pauses repeatedly at night, and loud snoring is common. It can happen alongside insomnia. We treat insomnia and coordinate referrals to partners who treat sleep apnea.

Meet your Pennsylvania clinicians

Every clinician shown here is licensed in Pennsylvania, trained in CBT-I and currently seeing patients by video.

Gabriel Stanziano, LPC, CBT-I

Based in Springfield, PA · sees western Pennsylvania patients by video

Focus: Insomnia

Gabriel Stanziano is a therapist committed to creating a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental space where clients feel safe expressing themselves openly. He brings a collaborative and compassionate approach, emphasizing active listening and empathy to help you feel understood and heard. Gabriel has completed specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), an evidence-based treatment for sleep concerns. He views therapy as a partnership, working with you at a comfortable pace while gently encouraging growth and new perspectives. Each session balances warmth, practical guidance, and genuine care for your wellbeing.

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What happens after you book

Your first visit lasts about 50 minutes. It covers your sleep history, treatments you have tried and other possible causes of sleep difficulties. You then begin a daily sleep diary that takes about two minutes each morning.

The diary helps your clinician set and adjust a sleep window, or planned bedtime and wake time. Sessions are usually weekly over six to eight weeks. Many patients begin to notice changes in the first few weeks. See How CBT-I Works for the treatment details.

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Appointments across western Pennsylvania

Video appointments are available in Erie, Butler, Beaver County, Johnstown, Altoona, State College and other Pennsylvania communities. You must be in Pennsylvania during each visit. Our practice office is at 700 S. 7th Street in Philadelphia, and most western Pennsylvania patients receive care by video. See our Philadelphia sleep center page or guide to sleep treatment across Pennsylvania.

Questions about care in Pittsburgh

What does video insomnia treatment involve?

You keep a brief sleep diary and work with your clinician on a sleep schedule, reviewing progress each week by video. Set aside about 50 minutes in a quiet, private location with a reliable internet connection.

Can I join from Ohio or West Virginia if I live near Pittsburgh?

You must be physically in Pennsylvania during the appointment. A home, office or other private space in Pennsylvania is fine. You cannot join from across the state line, even if your mailing address or employer is in Pennsylvania.

I snore and wake up tired. Should I book a sleep study first?

Mention it at the first appointment. A sleep study is an overnight test that can find pauses in breathing. Sleep apnea and insomnia often occur together. We treat insomnia and coordinate referrals to partners who treat sleep apnea.

Getting started

Book Appointment Call (610) 947-0040