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.

For many men, the provider role can feel like pressure — the belief that your worth is measured by what you can carry, f...
02/26/2026

For many men, the provider role can feel like pressure — the belief that your worth is measured by what you can carry, fix, or fund.

But providing has never been only financial.
It can also mean presence, care, emotional steadiness, and connection.

Shame is one of the biggest barriers stopping men from reaching out for support.Traditional masculinity often teaches th...
02/25/2026

Shame is one of the biggest barriers stopping men from reaching out for support.

Traditional masculinity often teaches that needing help is failure — when in reality, support is where healing begins.

You don’t have to carry it alone.

Therapy isn’t a sign of weakness — it’s a proven step toward wellbeing.This Black History Month, we recognise that suppo...
02/23/2026

Therapy isn’t a sign of weakness — it’s a proven step toward wellbeing.

This Black History Month, we recognise that support, rest, and care are essential.

Black mental health matters.

A man may feel that what they carry by themselves measures their worth, but they should be willing to share in order to ...
02/22/2026

A man may feel that what they carry by themselves measures their worth, but they should be willing to share in order to validate themselves.

OCD obsessions can take many forms — from fears about harm, contamination, or morality to doubts about relationships, he...
02/21/2026

OCD obsessions can take many forms — from fears about harm, contamination, or morality to doubts about relationships, health, or identity. The theme may change, but the pattern underneath is the same: fear driven by uncertainty.

In our society, there are certain rules within masculinity that can make men feel shameful about themselves. ...
02/20/2026

In our society, there are certain rules within masculinity that can make men feel shameful about themselves.

This Black History Month, we honour the strength, resilience, and lived experiences of Black communities — while also re...
02/19/2026

This Black History Month, we honour the strength, resilience, and lived experiences of Black communities — while also recognising the importance of emotional safety, healing, and support.

Mental health care must be inclusive, culturally safe, and accessible for everyone.

Because wellbeing is a right — not a privilege.

Some men believe that being vulnerable makes them weak or unworthy when in reality, it makes them human.
02/18/2026

Some men believe that being vulnerable makes them weak or unworthy when in reality, it makes them human.

At PBA Psychology Group, we recognize the importance of validating lived experience while supporting evidence-based path...
02/17/2026

At PBA Psychology Group, we recognize the importance of validating lived experience while supporting evidence-based paths toward healing and resilience.

02/17/2026

PBA Psychology: What is Masculinity?

For centuries, men have been shaped by roles such as the provider, protector and the builder. Though these roles can offer purpose, it can also bring pressure, stress and exhaustion for many men. In this reel, Viet Anh Ho explains masculinity and what it means to be a man today.

Masculinity isn’t perfection.It’s presence.Not always having it together —but showing up with dignity, honesty, and care...
02/16/2026

Masculinity isn’t perfection.
It’s presence.

Not always having it together —
but showing up with dignity, honesty, and care.

Real strength is being human.

Compulsions are attempts to reduce anxiety or prevent feared outcomes — but the relief is temporary. Over time, these be...
02/15/2026

Compulsions are attempts to reduce anxiety or prevent feared outcomes — but the relief is temporary. Over time, these behaviors teach the brain that uncertainty is dangerous and must be avoided.

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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.