Dr. Bruce
Psychologist, PsyD (he, him)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Let's Connect (760) 546-9279
I do everything I can to empower people I see and help them to be the very best they can be. Most people want to know peacefulness and serenity. I am here only to be truly helpful. You have the opportunity to express yourself in a session with me consisting of unconditional positive regard for you regardless of who you are and what situations you are facing. With 32 years of broad experience, I can no doubt relate and assist you in raising your awareness and up your level of functioning. I thank you in advance for meeting with me and allowing me to be of service to you in a very unique individual way.
Presented with compassion and empathy, my approach utilizes well-researched and proven methods of creating change and overcoming obstacles to your well-being. Your own path will be enriched by my long-term experience working in Institutions, Treatment Centers and Independent practices within Western, Holistic and Spiritual schools of thought.
I am a Healer who utilizes his advanced all encompassing skills to Diminish Anxiety, Lift Depression, Self Esteem, Reduce Negative Thinking and diminish Stress so you can begin a new life of Sharing, Caring and Loving. Create your personal safety in a safe space with my gentle encouragement. Call me to begin your new vision of you.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Dr. Bruce Rays now - (760) 546-9279
Let's Connect (760) 546-9279
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $225
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
Cash, VenmoInsurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Blue Shield
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Optum
- Oxford
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / psy 16812 Bruce Rays
- In Practice for 38 years
- Attended Ryokan College, Clinical Psychology, Graduated 1988
- Certificate from EMDR Institute - Francine Shapiro, Ph.D. 2001
- Certificate from National Board of Addiction Examiners- Doctoral Addictions 05196 / 1998
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Coping Skills
Expertise
- Addiction
- ADHD
- Alcohol Use
- Behavioral Issues
- Childhood sexual abuse and abandonment.
- Chronic Relapse
- Drug Abuse
- Emotional Disturbance
- Emotional Regulation
- Gambling
- Geriatric and Seniors
- Grief
- LGBTQ+
- Mood Disorders
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sexual Abuse
- Sexual Addiction
- Spirituality
- Substance Use
- Suicidal Ideation
- Trauma and PTSD
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Aviation Professionals ,
Bisexual Allied ,
Blind Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Parent
Ethnicity
Black and African American ,
Mixed Race
Religion
Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Aviation Professionals ,
Bisexual Allied ,
Blind Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Parent
Ethnicity
Black and African American ,
Mixed Race
Religion
Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Art Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- EMDR
- Humanistic
- Hypnotherapy
- Interpersonal
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Person-Centered
- Positive Psychology
- Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Telephone Therapy
Location
Additional Location
Member of the San Diego Psychological Assoc.
San Diego, CA 92123
(760) 546-9279