Yes, well, I have relied on over the counter sleep aids for years, and still do! I've never sought help from prescription sleep aids, as I think my physician would not be so helpful in prescribing. He knows how much I loved the Xanax, and became addicted to it for anxiety, thus weaning myself off it.
There IS one thing that helps me sleep, and that is vigorous physical exercise. Just a suggestion. I, myself, am presently just still relying on the sleep pills. Maybe soon to return to the exercise!