Dr. Alan Acre

Psychologist, PsyD

Verified by Psychology Today

4 Endorsed

8799 Balboa Avenue, Suite 255, San Diego, CA 92123

Hello. I am Dr. Alan Acre, clinical psychologist. I was the clinical director of a trauma clinic in San Diego for over four years. If you’re looking for a quality private counseling session with a provider that cares, then you’ve come to the right place. I like helping clients conquer difficulties by using evidenced based treatments that allow you to engage life with a peaceful mind, a healthy outlook, and joy. We'll learn how to stop white knuckling life's problems and proudly use effective techniques to engage our family, friends, and co-workers with. Call me for a free consult, or I can help match you with one of our therapists.

I specialize in trauma/PTSD, substance use, military, LEOs, self-defeating behaviors, anger mastery, family of origin issues, marriage/couples counseling, emotional stability, family counseling, parenting, rebuilding healthy relationships and behaviors. I am well trained in trauma therapies highly recommended for treating PTSD, including CPT, PE, EMDR, etc.

Whether you are looking for intensive treatment or personal growth, most clients discover their ability to reach far beyond the basic skills necessary to achieve their initial goals. There can be a lot of joy in understanding ourselves and growing into the person that we can be proud of. The journey is judgement free and at any pace that we need to take it.

Call or Email Dr. Alan Acre now for a free 15 minute consultation - (619) 566-7336

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

8799 Balboa Avenue

Suite 255

San Diego, CA 92123

(619) 566-7336

Bellator Psychological

Riverside, CA 92506

Hello, I want the process to be as comfortable as possible. I will go out of my way to get you the necessary treatment and feel better.

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Addiction, and Anger Management

$175 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

Investing in yourself is the best investment you can possibly make. Although the process might appear scary at first, it's worth it.

Let's Connect (619) 566-7336

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

8799 Balboa Avenue

Suite 255

San Diego, CA 92123

(619) 566-7336

Bellator Psychological

Riverside, CA 92506

Hello, I want the process to be as comfortable as possible. I will go out of my way to get you the necessary treatment and feel better.

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Addiction, and Anger Management

$175 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

Investing in yourself is the best investment you can possibly make. Although the process might appear scary at first, it's worth it.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $175
Couple Sessions $185
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Pay by ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

Aetna
Blue Shield
Cigna and Evernorth
Holman Group
Magellan
Optum
Oxford
TriWest
UMR
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
We have several providers
Out of Network

I accept Optum, United, Holman, Oxford, and Cigna, Blue (Cross, Shield, etc). I am also working on getting paneled with other insurance companies soon.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 566-7336

Dr. Alan Acre

Psychologist, PsyD

I accept Optum, United, Holman, Oxford, and Cigna, Blue (Cross, Shield, etc). I am also working on getting paneled with other insurance companies soon.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 566-7336

Dr. Alan Acre

Psychologist, PsyD

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 34095
Certificate from EMDR - HAP certified EMDR / 2017
Attended California School of Professional Psychology (CSPP, PsyD (Doctorate), Graduated 2019

In addition to completing years of training in the VA system and Sharp hospital, I also completed a year long psychoanalytic fellowship.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 566-7336

Dr. Alan Acre

Psychologist, PsyD

In addition to completing years of training in the VA system and Sharp hospital, I also completed a year long psychoanalytic fellowship.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 566-7336

Dr. Alan Acre

Psychologist, PsyD

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Trauma and PTSD
Addiction
Anger Management

Expertise

Alcohol Use
Anxiety
Behavioral Issues
Chronic Impulsivity
Codependency
Depression
Divorce
Domestic Abuse
Drug Abuse
Eating Disorders
Family Conflict
Infidelity
Life Transitions
Men's Issues
Parenting
Peer Relationships
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Sex Therapy
Sexual Addiction
Sports Performance
Substance Use

There are a variety of methods out there and what's most important is finding the right approach for the individual person. I have dedicated years to training in evidenced based treatments in PTSD, substance use, anger, etc., and I learned that all of the approaches are important and helpful when used appropriately. I am happy to help you through the entire journey.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 566-7336

Dr. Alan Acre

Psychologist, PsyD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 566-7336

Dr. Alan Acre

Psychologist, PsyD

4 Endorsements

Alicia Rodriguez Marenco

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Dr. Alan Acre offers a safe place and years of trained knowledge to help guide you through life's challenges. I highly recommend him.

Sarah Schumacher

Marriage & Family Therapist

Dr. Acre is the clinician to be seen by for trauma. He has been working almost exclusively with trauma for several years and created the trauma center that the city of San Diego police department use for their officers.

Melissa Houlston

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

I highly recommend Dr. Acre for the problems in your life that matter most. Dr. Acre is well trained and one of the most knowledgeable psychologist available. Dr. Acre is a combat veteran and has life experience beyond academia. He's the best psychologist!

George Dabdoub

Psychologist, PsyD

When it comes to treating trauma and related challenges, Dr Acre is in a different league. He utilizes evidence based therapies that produce results. I have observed him helping clients who almost lost hope in recovering from these life events.

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10) ,

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Aviation Professionals ,

Blind Allied ,

Cancer ,

Deaf Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Single Mother ,

Veterans

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino ,

Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Age

Children (6 to 10) ,

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Aviation Professionals ,

Blind Allied ,

Cancer ,

Deaf Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Single Mother ,

Veterans

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino ,

Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA)
Attachment-based
Coaching
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
EMDR
Family / Marital
Family Systems
Prolonged Exposure Therapy
Psychoanalytic
Psychodynamic
Structural Family Therapy
Trauma Focused

During the first session let's evaluate your needs and build a treatment plan together. If you're ready to dive in, then I'll dive as deep as you want me to go or we can take our time and build trust. Your time is valuable and I want you to feel better and see results as quickly as possible. I'm here to guide and help you reach your goals and get the most out of life.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 566-7336

Dr. Alan Acre

Psychologist, PsyD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 566-7336

Dr. Alan Acre

Psychologist, PsyD

Groups

Alcohol Sobriety Support Group

Hosted by

Dr. Alan Acre

Alcohol is one of the most difficult habits to break because it is everywhere in our society. AA is an excellent program but not everyone is ready for the structure of AA. There can be many reasons people don’t want to engage in AA (e.g., speaking about god, step studies, etc.) Many of life's most common tasks can seem difficult to navigate when we are struggling with alcohol, however, there are scientifically proven answers that can help us make life in sobriety much easier to maneuver.

Expertise

Addiction

Alcohol Use

Substance Use

Types of Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Age

Adults

Session Cost

$20 - $40

Group Meets

Every Fri 5 P.M. - 6 P.M.

Location

8799 Balboa Avenue

Suite 270

San Diego, CA 92123

Email Dr. Alan Acre about this group or call - (619) 566-7336

Anger Mastery Group

Hosted by

Dr. Alan Acre

Anger is a signal from our brains telling us exactly what to do. We must learn how to use that signal and hear what anger is telling us to do we begin to use anger effectively. However, we tend to hold it in and let it build up until it comes out in unproductive ways. Once we know what the signal of anger is telling us to do, anger becomes a very useful emotion that we will understand and no longer fear.

Expertise

Anger Management

Grief

Trauma and PTSD

Types of Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Age

Adults

Session Cost

$20 - $30

Group Meets

Every Thu 6:30 A.M. - 7:30 A.M.

Location

8799 Balboa Avenue

San Diego, CA 92123

Email Dr. Alan Acre about this group or call - (619) 566-7336

PTSD Group

Hosted by

Dr. Alan Acre

PTSD is one of the most debilitating injuries to suffer from. It affects all areas of your life regardless of how you sustained the injury (e.g., sexual assault, physical assault, cumulative traumas, acute trauma, chronic, or complex, single incident, learning about a sudden and violent incident to a family member or friend, etc.). The devastation of such an injury is overwhelming and it is destructive to all areas of the person's life. This group will help you retake your life and grow from PTSD instead of being hindered by PTSD.

Expertise

Anxiety

Grief

Trauma and PTSD

Types of Therapy

Trauma Focused

Age

Adults

Session Cost

$50 - $70

Group Meets

Every Mon 6 P.M. - 8 P.M.

Location

Bellator Psychological and Consultants Corporation

8799 Balboa Ave

Suite 270

San Diego, CA 92123

Email Dr. Alan Acre about this group or call - (619) 566-7336

Location

Primary Location

8799 Balboa Avenue

Suite 255

San Diego, CA 92123

(619) 566-7336

Email me

My website

Additional Location

Bellator Psychological

Riverside, CA 92506

(619) 566-7336

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

Hello, I want the process to be as comfortable as possible. I will go out of my way to get you the necessary treatment and feel better.

Call for a free consultation now - (619) 566-7336

Dr. Alan Acre

Psychologist, PsyD

Hello, I want the process to be as comfortable as possible. I will go out of my way to get you the necessary treatment and feel better.

Call for a free consultation now - (619) 566-7336

Dr. Alan Acre

Psychologist, PsyD

Last Modified: 4 Dec 2023