Nicola Hye-Ok Bruce, PsyD, PLLC
Welcome! My name is Nikki (she/her) and I am a postdoctoral psychology resident who provides individual therapy and psychological testing for adults in Washington state. If you find yourself overwhelmed, overstimulated, and struggling to meet the demands of the rigid systems you navigate every day, I get it and am here to help you find more sustainable ways of managing. If you have had experiences that no one else seems to understand and/or are struggling with the impacts of trauma and loss, I'm here to support you in processing and healing those wounds. I combine coping skills and insight-oriented therapy to help you connect better with yourself and others, heal wounds you may not have realized were impacting you, and to live more freely (you get to decide what that looks like!).
I also provide comprehensive psychological testing for concerns related to attention, executive functioning, memory, personality, cognitive and intellectual functioning, and for diagnostic clarification purposes. Testing can provide insights into personal strengths and areas that aren't as strong, differential diagnosis (e.g., why do I have difficulty paying attention?), work or academic accommodations if applicable, recommendations, and more.
To learn more, get questions answered, and explore our fit, reach out to schedule a free 15-30 minute consultation. The consultation is nonbinding and meant to be a low-stress opportunity to see if we vibe! It's also the first step in beginning therapy or psychological testing services with me. You can learn more through my practice's website.
Specialties
Adoption related issues Bias and Discrimination Body Image College adjustment Cultural Adjustment Depression Dissociative Disorders Emotional Regulation Grief and Loss Identity Development Immigration Stress Neurodevelopment Disorders Perfectionism Personality Disorders Psychosis & Pre-Psychotic Symptoms Race Based Trauma Racial Identity Relationship Issues Self-esteem Self-harm Social Anxiety Social Isolation Stress Suicidality Trauma & PTSDInsurance & Payment
In-Network Insurance Plans
Paperwork:
I can provide you with paperwork for reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network sessions.
NPI Number
1407375793Rates
| First session | $200 |
| Ongoing sessions | $165 |
Locations
Practice Hours
| Monday | 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
| Tuesday | 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
| Thursday | 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
| Friday | 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
| Saturday | -- |
| Sunday | -- |
Treatment Approaches
Anti-Oppressive Lens Attachment-based Culturally Sensitive Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Emotionally Focused Therapy Holistic Integrative Lifespan Integration Mindfulness Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Multicultural Psychodynamic Psychological Testing and Evaluation Relational Strength-Based Trauma FocusedModalities
IndividualsAge Groups
Young Adults (18-25) Adults (26-64)Communities
First-Gen Immigrants Indigenous Peoples Neurodiverse People of Color UndocumentedMeeting Options
Qualifications
- Years in Practice: 4
- Supervisor(s): Katherine Skillestad Winans, Ph.D.
- Supervisor License(s): WA-PSYC.PY.60170774
More About Me
- Languages Spoken: English
- Race(s): Asian or Asian American
- Gender(s): Woman