Dr. Bruce Arnow

Professor

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Biography

Bruce Arnow specializes in psychotherapy focused on depression with over 30 years of experience. His main area of interest is in psychotherapy for chronic treatment-resistant depression. Arnow holds a position as a Professor in the Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences department at Stanford University, where he has significant involvement in clinical training and administrative roles. His clinical focus includes depression, psychotherapy, and clinical psychology. He has been a founding fellow of the Academy of Cognitive Therapy since 1996 and is a fellow of the American Psychological Association’s Division 12. With extensive commitments in various professional organizations, Arnow actively contributes to the field through research on treatment outcomes for major depression, particularly for treatment refractory forms, as well as exploring relationships between child maltreatment and adult psychiatric and medical outcomes. His academic training includes a Ph.D. from Stanford University in Counseling Psychology with additional postdoctoral experience in child psychology.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

1985-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Professor in the Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences department with a focus on psychotherapy and depression.

Courses

PSYC 299 (Aut) PSYC 399 (Aut) PSYC 370 (Aut) PSYC 290 (Aut) PSYC 199 (Aut)

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.