I have one of those "lamps". They are also called Light Boxes, and you can get your doctor to write a prescription for one (they cost upwards of $300.00 for a decent one). I had my psychiatrist write me a script for one, and my insurance company covered it under the term "durable medical equipment". Find out whether your insurance company covers those items, get the CPT code (procedure code) and ICD (Rx) code from your doctor, or have the doctor's office call your insurance company with the info so you'll know if it is covered. That's the best way to go about obtaining one.

I use mine in the morning and in the afternoon. I do believe it works. I close my eyes, sit in the light, and it just feels like summer sunshine to me. It's very good for the mood in that sense. It's not "hot" or anything like that, but it just gives off this warm feeling.

They also have "dawn simulators" as well, to give you a jump start on that waking up slowly and moderately. I'll find the link...

This is EXACTLY what I have