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.

After loss, self-care often means doing less, not more. Lowering expectations, simplifying daily routines, and tending t...
01/05/2026

After loss, self-care often means doing less, not more. Lowering expectations, simplifying daily routines, and tending to basic needs can be powerful acts of care—especially when healing feels heavy. Grief isn’t a time for self-improvement; it’s a time for gentleness. 🤍

For many people, video games offer more than just fun — they can be a healthy way to manage stress, frustration, or sadn...
01/04/2026

For many people, video games offer more than just fun — they can be a healthy way to manage stress, frustration, or sadness. Immersive worlds and interactive storytelling can provide a sense of control, accomplishment, and even community when life feels overwhelming.

However, like all coping strategies, balance is key. Games can help process emotions, but if gaming starts to replace real-life connections or responsibilities, it may be time to pause and reflect.

✨ At PBA Psychology, we help individuals explore how their habits — digital or otherwise — connect to their emotional wellbeing.

Curfew conversations can get heated — especially when teens crave independence and parents worry about safety.But when c...
01/03/2026

Curfew conversations can get heated — especially when teens crave independence and parents worry about safety.

But when communication stays calm, clear, and respectful, teens are more likely to meet parents halfway.

🌿 Setting boundaries isn’t about control — it’s about connection, safety, and helping teens build responsibility.

At PBA Psychology Group, we support families in navigating these tough moments with empathy and effective communication strategies.

Teenagers’ brains are wired to crave social belonging — during adolescence, areas of the brain linked to social reward b...
01/02/2026

Teenagers’ brains are wired to crave social belonging — during adolescence, areas of the brain linked to social reward become extra sensitive.

✨ A new year doesn’t require perfection—just intention. As we step into this next chapter, remember that growth happens ...
01/01/2026

✨ A new year doesn’t require perfection—just intention. As we step into this next chapter, remember that growth happens at your own pace, and support can make all the difference. We’re here to walk alongside you. 🤍

Peace doesn’t come from eliminating anxiety — it comes from learning to coexist with it. 🌤⠀Anxiety wants to keep you saf...
12/31/2025

Peace doesn’t come from eliminating anxiety — it comes from learning to coexist with it. 🌤
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Anxiety wants to keep you safe, but it doesn’t always get the full story.
Through therapy and mindfulness, you can learn to hear your anxiety without obeying it — noticing the feeling, grounding yourself, and choosing how to respond.
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🧠 Awareness first, calm second.

🎮 Gaming can be fun and healthy — when done right! 🌱Swipe through to learn simple habits that help teens balance gaming ...
12/30/2025

🎮 Gaming can be fun and healthy — when done right! 🌱
Swipe through to learn simple habits that help teens balance gaming with mental wellbeing.💡 Remember — games can be part of a healthy lifestyle when they support, not replace, real-world balance.

Gaming can be a powerful way to relax, connect, and have fun — but when it becomes an escape from emotions or responsibi...
12/29/2025

Gaming can be a powerful way to relax, connect, and have fun — but when it becomes an escape from emotions or responsibilities, balance starts to slip.
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Playing with intention means knowing why you play and when to pause. It’s about choice, not compulsion.
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Awareness is the first step toward healthy habits — in gaming and in life.

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. ✨

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9350 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 212
Beverly Hills, CA
90212

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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.