PBA Psychology Group

PBA Psychology Group PBA Psychology is a premier psychology practice with beautiful offices in Beverly Hills and Downtown Los Angeles. Give us a call. We are here to help!

We offer individual and couples therapy, high-conflict family services, psychological testing, forensic evaluations & media consultation. We are a psychology practice of several, skilled diverse clinicians with offices in Beverly Hills and DTLA. We provide individual, couple and family psychology to clients of all ages and presenting concerns.

Emotional intimacy isn’t built in big moments — it grows through consistency, curiosity, and honest conversations.When w...
12/27/2025

Emotional intimacy isn’t built in big moments — it grows through consistency, curiosity, and honest conversations.

When we feel safe enough to share our thoughts, fears, and hopes, connection deepens.

Emotional intimacy is the foundation of trust, security, and long-lasting relationships — and it begins with feeling truly seen and understood.

Teenagers are wired for connection — their developing brains crave belonging, understanding, and emotional safety.It’s w...
12/27/2025

Teenagers are wired for connection — their developing brains crave belonging, understanding, and emotional safety.

It’s why friendships feel intense, independence becomes important, and communication sometimes gets complicated.

When adults stay curious, patient, and open, teens feel supported as they navigate one of the most social stages of life.

🌿 At PBA Psychology Group, we help families strengthen connection during the teen years.

✨ The holidays can bring joy—and pressure. This season, remember that healing isn’t about having it all together. It’s a...
12/26/2025

✨ The holidays can bring joy—and pressure. This season, remember that healing isn’t about having it all together. It’s about connection, self-compassion, and knowing you don’t have to carry everything alone. 🎄🤍

🎄 Even the darkest nights are made brighter one light at a time. Therapy can be that steady glow—offering warmth, clarit...
12/25/2025

🎄 Even the darkest nights are made brighter one light at a time. Therapy can be that steady glow—offering warmth, clarity, and hope when you need it most. ✨

Physical intimacy and emotional intimacy are deeply connected — but they aren’t the same.Both play an important role in ...
12/24/2025

Physical intimacy and emotional intimacy are deeply connected — but they aren’t the same.
Both play an important role in building trust, closeness, and long-term relationship satisfaction. 💛

Teen emotions can be big — and that’s developmentally normal.Understanding why they react the way they do helps parents ...
12/23/2025

Teen emotions can be big — and that’s developmentally normal.
Understanding why they react the way they do helps parents respond with patience, not punishment. 🌱

True closeness doesn’t happen by accident — it grows in spaces where honesty feels safe and vulnerability is welcomed. 💛...
12/22/2025

True closeness doesn’t happen by accident — it grows in spaces where honesty feels safe and vulnerability is welcomed. 💛
At PBA Psychology, we help individuals and couples build the kind of emotional safety that deepens connection and strengthens relationships.

Every relationship faces challenges, but you don’t have to navigate them alone.✨If communication feels harder, connectio...
12/20/2025

Every relationship faces challenges, but you don’t have to navigate them alone.✨
If communication feels harder, connection feels distant, or conflict feels overwhelming, therapy can help you reconnect and rebuild.

Conflict isn’t a sign that your relationship is broken — it’s an opportunity to understand each other more deeply. At PB...
12/20/2025

Conflict isn’t a sign that your relationship is broken — it’s an opportunity to understand each other more deeply. At PBA Psychology, we help couples navigate these moments with compassion, clarity, and tools that strengthen connection. 💛

You don’t need to wait for conflict to seek support. Couples who begin therapy early often grow stronger together, commu...
12/19/2025

You don’t need to wait for conflict to seek support. Couples who begin therapy early often grow stronger together, communicate better, and feel more connected over time.

Social anxiety can make even simple moments — a meeting, a hello, a message — feel overwhelming. But beneath the fear is...
12/18/2025

Social anxiety can make even simple moments — a meeting, a hello, a message — feel overwhelming. But beneath the fear is a deep desire to connect and be accepted. 🌿
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Therapy helps you quiet the inner critic, challenge anxious thoughts, and build confidence in connection — one moment at a time.

Anxiety doesn’t come out of nowhere — it’s often sparked by certain experiences, thoughts, or stressors.Swipe 👉 to learn...
12/17/2025

Anxiety doesn’t come out of nowhere — it’s often sparked by certain experiences, thoughts, or stressors.
Swipe 👉 to learn about five common triggers that can heighten anxiety and how awareness can help you manage them.

Recognizing your triggers is the first step toward feeling more in control. Remember — your anxiety is valid, but it doesn’t have to define you. 💙

✨ At PBA Psychology, we help you understand what’s behind your anxiety and develop tools to respond with calm and confidence.

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9350 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 212
Beverly Hills, CA
90212

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Monday 8am - 8pm
Tuesday 8am - 8pm
Wednesday 8am - 8pm
Thursday 8am - 8pm
Friday 8am - 8pm

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+13102712275

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The Pocket Psychologist is Dr. Paula Bruce, a Beverly Hills clinical and forensic psychologist. Dr. Bruce is the Founder, Director and CEO of Paula E. Bruce, Ph.D. & Associates, A Psychological Corporation and a private practice located in Beverly Hills and Downtown Los Angeles, CA. This page shares educational articles on a variety of psychological issues of public interest.