Using natural herbs and botanicals should be considered to treat patients as many of the western anxiolytic and sedative-hypnotic drugs available can have unpleasant adverse effects and have the potential to form dependence. 

However, herbal medication can still have adverse effects and interactions with other medications so this should be kept in mind.

Herbal remedies for treating anxiety:

• Ashwagandha
• Chamomile
• Valerian root
• Lavender
• Passionflower
• Kava kava
• Canabidiol  

Herbal remedies for treating insomnia:

• Valerian root
• Chamomile
• Passionflower
• Hops
• St. Johns Wort