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Dr. Sarah Bruce, PsyD

Dr. Sarah Bruce, PsyD

Psychologist
1849 Sawtelle Blvd, Ste 750, Los Angeles, CA
Dr. Sarah Bruce is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in autism and neurodevelopmental disabilities. She has worked with autistic individuals across the lifespan since 2002. Dr. Bruce earned her PhD in Clinical Psychology from Palo Alto University and completed her doctoral program at the PGSP-Stanford Psy.D. Consortium, receiving advanced training in autism treatment and assessment at Stanford University School of Medicine, Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. She also holds a Master’s in Clinical Psychology from Palo Alto University and a Bachelor’s from California State University, Northridge. Her doctoral internship was at Asian Americans for Community Involvement. Afterward, she completed a post-doctoral fellowship at The Help Group and UCLA’s Semel Institute. In addition to her work at Spectrum Psych LA, Dr. Bruce serves as an attending psychologist at the UCLA PEERS® Clinic. Her clinical interests include the intersection of autistic and LGBTQIA+ identities, complex presentations such as autism with ADHD, mood, anxiety, and eating disorders, and family therapy for families impacted by autism. Her affirming, flexible, strengths-based approach meets clients where they are, tailoring therapy to their strengths and interests and helping develop practical strategies to overcome obstacles. Dr. Bruce advocates for neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ communities through public speaking, her role in the CAN Coalition at the Los Angeles LGBT Center, and volunteer work. In her free time, she enjoys relaxing with her family and two cats, exploring the Los Angeles food scene, and taking walks. She is happy to be back in Los Angeles after six years in the San Francisco Bay Area for graduate school.
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Overall rating

5.00

About Dr. Sarah Bruce

Clientele seen

Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Sarah Bruce

Dr. Sarah Bruce is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in autism and neurodevelopmental disabilities. She has worked with autistic individuals across the lifespan since 2002. Dr. Bruce earned her PhD in Clinical Psychology from Palo Alto University and completed her doctoral program at the PGSP-Stanford Psy.D. Consortium, receiving advanced training in autism treatment and assessment at Stanford University School of Medicine, Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. She also holds a Master’s in Clinical Psychology from Palo Alto University and a Bachelor’s from California State University, Northridge. Her doctoral internship was at Asian Americans for Community Involvement. Afterward, she completed a post-doctoral fellowship at The Help Group and UCLA’s Semel Institute. In addition to her work at Spectrum Psych LA, Dr. Bruce serves as an attending psychologist at the UCLA PEERS® Clinic. Her clinical interests include the intersection of autistic and LGBTQIA+ identities, complex presentations such as autism with ADHD, mood, anxiety, and eating disorders, and family therapy for families impacted by autism. Her affirming, flexible, strengths-based approach meets clients where they are, tailoring therapy to their strengths and interests and helping develop practical strategies to overcome obstacles. Dr. Bruce advocates for neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ communities through public speaking, her role in the CAN Coalition at the Los Angeles LGBT Center, and volunteer work. In her free time, she enjoys relaxing with her family and two cats, exploring the Los Angeles food scene, and taking walks. She is happy to be back in Los Angeles after six years in the San Francisco Bay Area for graduate school.

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Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia
New Patient Visit
Psychiatry Consultation
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
Worry
Young Adult Issues
Agoraphobia
New Patient Visit
Psychiatry Consultation
Psychotherapy

Office location

Dr. Sarah Bruce, PsyD also offers online video visits for patients
Spectrum Psych LA
1849 Sawtelle Blvd, Ste 750, Los Angeles, CA 90025
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Education and background

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Education and training

  • Palo Alto University, PhD in Clinical Psychology
  • California State University, Northridge (Bachelor's)
  • Palo Alto University, Master's in Clinical Psychology
  • Asian Americans for Community Involvement (Doctoral Internship)
  • University of California, Los Angeles, Help Group (Postdoctoral Fellowship)

NPI number

1811512981

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Overall rating
5.00
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What languages does Dr. Sarah Bruce speak?

Dr. Sarah Bruce speaks English.

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