Almaz Nigusse-Bland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
Let's Connect (510) 288-3343
Most of the people I work with are capable, responsible, and very tired. They are professionals, parents, and caregivers who show up for everyone else while quietly carrying stress, burnout, poor sleep, or relationship strain. On the outside, things look fine. On the inside, they feel stretched thin, overwhelmed, or disconnected from themselves. Therapy with me is a place where you do not have to perform or hold it all together. It is a supportive space to slow down, untangle what feels heavy, strengthen boundaries, and reconnect with who you are beyond the roles you carry.
I support adults in understanding their personal stories and recognizing their strengths. Together, we build self-awareness and practical coping skills to manage stress, relationships, and life transitions. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT-I )and help clients improve sleep patterns that impact emotional well-being and daily functioning.
Reaching out for support takes courage, and even considering therapy is an important step. I offer a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where you can explore what you’re carrying at your own pace. If you’re ready for support, I welcome you to reach out and see if we’re a good fit.
Call or Email Almaz Nigusse-Bland now for a free 15 minute consultation - (510) 288-3343
Let's Connect (510) 288-3343
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $195
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa Almaz Nigusse-Bland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 288-3343
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 99177 Almaz Nigusse-Bland
- In Practice for 17 years
- Attended University of Pennsylvania , MSW- Clincal Social Work, Graduated 2011
- Certificate from PESI Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) / 2021
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Almaz Nigusse-Bland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 288-3343
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Relationship Issues
- Anxiety
Expertise
- Behavioral Issues
- Body Image
- Chronic Illness
- Chronic Pain
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Dementia
- Depression
- Dual Diagnosis
- Emotional Disturbance
- Geriatric and Seniors
- Grief
- Healthcare Professional-Work Life Balance
- Immigrants and those with immigrant parents
- Infertility
- Infidelity
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Racial Identity
- Stress
- Thinking Disorders
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Almaz Nigusse-Bland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (510) 288-3343
3 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Black and African American
I also speak
Tigrinya (fluent) and Amharic (conversational).
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Black and African American
I also speak
Tigrinya (fluent) and Amharic (conversational).
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia
- Culturally Sensitive
- Emotionally Focused
- Family Systems
- Gottman Method
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Intervention
- Motivational Interviewing
- Multicultural
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Almaz Nigusse-Bland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (510) 288-3343
Location
Nearby Areas
Almaz Nigusse-Bland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (510) 288-3343