Dr. Charles R. Freeman, Ph.D.

The SAN DIEGO SLEEP DOCTOR

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Are you...

  • struggling to fall asleep and stay asleep?
  • suffering from depression, stress, or anxiety?
  • searching for a deeper sense of meaning and purpose?

I have over 35 years of clinical experience supporting people just like you to have a significantly improved quality of life.

Feel more energized. Attain sound sleep. You can work with Dr. Charles R. Freeman locally in California, via online video call, or as a personal wellness expert wherever you are in the world. Contact us to schedule a free 15 minute consultation with Dr. Freeman.

Why work with Dr. Charles R. Freeman?

As a senior behavioral medicine psychologist, I have treated diverse patients from all over the globe who have unique cultural, spiritual, and world perspectives. I am both a general psychologist and I have the specialty of treating insomnia, nightmares and other sleep disorders. I have extensive experience treating anxiety, depression, shame, irritability, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, addictions, and more with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Hypnosis, EMDR, and other therapeutic strategies.

My therapeutic approach is directive so that you can improve as quickly as possible. I will give you homework assignments, hear how you did the next week, we will fine tune the tools that we previously discussed, and we will add additional tools. The general psychotherapy model of talk therapy can keep patients in therapy for years. Yes I have treated patients for 1, 2, or 3+ years; they typically have extensive trauma concurrent with multiple psychiatric challenges. I currently have long term therapy patients and I’m open to working with additional people who need that type of intense deep work. Learn More…

What Makes Dr. Freeman Uniquely qualified?

Holistic Approach

Today too many people rely on sleep medications for sleep and on caffeine and other stimulants for energy, none of which is optimal for our body and mind. Holistic psychology promotes healthy natural techniques to sound sleep and good energy without drugs and stimulants.

Extensive Background

Dr. Charles R. Freeman earned his Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from the University of Miami and his Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from San Diego State University. As an undergraduate, he worked at the Naval Medical Center San Diego Sleep Disorders Center and helped facilitate research with military personnel, focusing on insomnia and sleep research.

Therapeutic Treatment

As a Sleep Specialist, Dr. Freeman will help you manifest sound sleep which dramatically improves your relationships, mood, concentration, performance, and quality of life. In collaboration with your medical provider, he successfully removes sleep drugs (which are harmful to your body and mind). His main therapeutic strategy is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS

DR. Charles. R. Freeman, Ph.D. Psychologist

sleep challenges, trauma, and the benefits of holistic sleep therapy.

Dr. Freeman talks about why he is uniquely qualified to treat a variety of sleep challenges, trauma, and the benefits of holistic sleep therapy.

Contact Dr. Freeman to find out if he can start helping you today.

DR. Charles. R. Freeman, Ph.D. Psychologist

SLEEP HYGIENE AND THE HOLISTIC APPROACH

Today too many people rely on sleep medications for sleep and on caffeine and other stimulants for energy, none of which is optimal for our body and mind. A holistic approach promotes healthy natural techniques to sound sleep and good energy without… Read more »

DR. Charles. R. Freeman, Ph.D. Psychologist

TREATING COMMON SLEEP DIFFICULTIES

Dr. Freeman talks about common sleep difficulties, what causes them and how his treatment plans are customized to your personality and lifestyle.

The Results

What clients are saying

Dr. Charles Freeman, or Charlie as he wants you to call him, has helped me get off daily sleep medications that I have been using for the past 24 years. I have taken every over the counter, prescription and natural sleep aid every night for all those years, and Dr. Freeman helped me break that habit! He also helped me in his role as therapist see patterns of behavior in my life that contribute to my anxiety and repetitive worrisome thoughts. He is insightful, kind and works with your individual needs in a way that is filled with wisdom and empathy. If you have been struggling with sleep issues, don't wait for months and years, contact Charlie and have him help you.
Amy R.
I underwent a year of therapy with Dr. Freeman during 2010 and 2011. His patient guidance and therapeutic support made all the difference for me as I worked through some very troubling issues, including depression. I think Dr. Freeman's greatest strength is his ability to remain present and engaged, even while discussing the most traumatic and disturbing of life experiences. I felt heard, cared for, and supported throughout my therapy, and I have nothing but praise for his approach to helping me. Since ending therapy, my life has slowly become richer and more fulfilling day by day. My depression has lifted, and I feel excited about the future again. I highly recommend consulting with Dr. Freeman to see if he can help you. He definitely helped me.
Joshua D.
I saw Dr. Freeman about 20 times over an 18 month time period. I had extreme sleep issues. He taught me tools to keep my insomnia under control as well as anxiety. His listening skills are over the top, in my opinion. He is so non-judgmental, never seems to be thrown by any problem I may have. I no longer consider myself an insomniac.
Heather A.
I saw Dr. Charles Freeman over the course of approximately 9 months to treat my chronic insomnia.  Through his instruction in cognitive behavioral modification techniques and relaxation exercises I was able to greatly decrease the frequency and severity of my insomnia.  Additionally, my generalized anxiety diminished significantly as a result of the therapy I received.
Tanya D.

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Dr. Charles Freeman is an experienced sleep psychologist based in San Diego who is uniquely qualified to treat a variety of sleep challenges, trauma, and the benefits of holistic sleep therapy.

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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) includes changing thoughts and behaviors around health, sleep, anxiety, depression, etc. Let’s say you tell yourself “I have to sleep tonight . . .