Philip Nekai, LPCC, CA | Psychotherapist

About Philip Nekai

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Anger Management

Bipolar Disorder

Adolescent / Teen Issues

Anxiety

Stress

Affirming Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Coaching

Feminist

Dialectical (DBT)

Gestalt

Emotionally Focused

Interpersonal

Identity

Gender

Male

Ethnicity

Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Philip Nekai

Hi there, I'm Philip! Hello, I am Philip Nekai, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who earned a Master of Science in Multi-Cultural Counseling from California State University, San Diego. My goal is to offer compassionate and evidence-based therapy to my clients, and I achieve this by building a trusting therapeutic relationship with them. I use a variety of techniques, including motivational interviewing and trauma-informed counseling, to help individuals facing different social-emotional challenges such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, substance use, and post-traumatic stress disorder. My primary focus is to support my clients in their journey toward personal growth and healing. My approach My approach to therapy is personalized to meet the unique needs of each client, drawing from a range of theoretical approaches. Some of the most commonly utilized approaches in my work include Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Person-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Psychodynamic Therapy. CBT focuses on identifying and challenging negative thoughts and behaviors to promote positive changes in emotions and behaviors. DBT combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with mindfulness practices to help individuals manage intense emotions, improve relationships, and develop skills for emotional regulation and distress tolerance. Person-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, positive regard, and non-judgmental acceptance to create a safe environment for clients to explore their thoughts and feelings. SFBT identifies and builds upon clients' strengths to create positive change, while Psychodynamic Therapy explores how early life experiences and unconscious processes influence current thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It's important to note that my therapeutic approach is adaptable and flexible, as I believe in tailoring the treatment to meet each client's specific needs and preferences.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Worry

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. Proper

Education and training

California State University, San Diego, Master's in Multi Cultural Counseling

NPI number

1821572371

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What practice does Philip Nekai work with?

Philip Nekai works with Rula Health - L.A. Proper.

What are common reasons for patients to see Philip Nekai?

Philip Nekai frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Philip Nekai on their profile.