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Kenneth R. Philipp, Psy.D., BCN

Dr. Philipp’s interest in biofeedback and neurofeedback began over 16 years ago when he began referring those he worked with to practitioners that used bio/neurofeedback in their practices.  These individuals responded well to the technique.  Six years ago, Dr. Philipp began using bio/neurofeedback in his his practice.  He is now a board-certified practitioner of neurofeedback and has included the use of qEEG, LORETTA , and z-score neurofeedback for children and adults.  Dr. Philipp is one of only a few board-certified providers in the Northern California region, and is continuously sought-out by clients, students, and professionals for his knowledge and experience. 

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Our intention is to maximize personal growth by integrating biofeedback and neurofeedback into more commonly used psychotherapy techniques.

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Kenneth R. Philipp, Psy.D., BCN, QEEG-D

Clinical Psychologist, PSY17630

Board Certified in NeurofeedbackE6359

Quantified Electroencephalography Diplomate, D-0171

Dr. Philipp’s interest in biofeedback and neurofeedback began in 2004 when he began referring those he worked with to practitioners that used bio/neurofeedback in their practices.  These individuals responded well to the technique.  In 2013, Dr. Philipp began using bio/neurofeedback in his practice.  He is now a board-certified practitioner of neurofeedback (BCN) and is board-certified in qEEG.  His training has included the use of qEEG, LORETTA , and z-score neurofeedback for children and adults.  Dr. Philipp is one of only a few board-certified providers in the Northern California region, and is continuously sought-out by clients, students, and professionals for his knowledge and experience. 

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Additional Background Information:

Dr. Philipp has been working professionally in the helping profession since 1990 when he began working as social worker for Koinonia Foster Homes, Inc. At Koinonia, Dr. Philipp became District Administrator making him responsible for social worker supervision, foster family supervision and training, foster child placement, and social work care for foster children. During his work with foster families, he became aware that children were not receiving the psychological assessments they required. As a result, Dr. Philipp returned to school to complete a doctoral degree in psychology. His doctoral dissertation addressed the assessment of foster parents. Dr. Philipp did his predoctoral internships at Valley Psychological Center where he focused on psychological assessment and at Heritage Oaks Hospital, where he focused on counseling inpatient and day treatment patients. His license as a clinical psychologist was completed in 2001. 

Dr. Philipp has been an instructor at several graduate schools. Beginning in 1990, he participated as a substitute instructor at the Los Gatos campus of Western Seminary. From 2000 until 2005, Dr. Philipp taught psychodiagnostic assessment for doctoral students at Alliant University and The Professional School of Psychology.  From 2009 until 2025, Dr. Philipp taught at the Sacramento campus of Western Seminary where his masters level counseling courses included Human Life Span Development, Tests and Measurements, Research in Family Studies, Practicum, and Psychopathology. 

Dr. Philipp obtains continuing education in excess of State of California licensing requirements. His specialized education includes the John Gottman approach to marriage counseling. Dr. Philipp has also completed specialized education in clinical hypnotherapy from the Erickson Foundation. He has many hours of continuing education in the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric and adult Bipolar disorder. He has received additional education in the identification, diagnosis, and treatment of autistic spectrum disorders with an emphasis on Asperger's Disorder. Dr. Philipp has completed level 1 and 2 training for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).  Most recently, Dr. Philipp has completed training in biofeedback and neurofeedback and in 2019 completed board certification in neurofeedback.  Also in 2019, he began training in the techniques of neuorstimqulation.  In 2020, he completed board certification in quantified 

electroencephalography.

Dr. Philipp's clinical practice consists of children, adolescents, and adults. He works with a broad range of problems including anxiety, depression, Bipolar Disorder, Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (AD/HD), Autism Spectrum, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), marriage problems, phase of life difficulties, and spiritual development.

Education: 
Professional School of Psychology

– Doctor of Clinical Psychology: 1998 
Western Seminary

– Master of Arts in Counseling: 1988 
Corban University

– Bachelor of Arts in Pastoral Ministries: 1985

Areas of Biofeedback/Neurofeedback Focus: 
Anxiety Disorders

Attention
Autistic Spectrum

Brain Injury
Depression & Bipolar Disorders
Difficulties of Learning

Peak Performance

Trauma

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Elizabeth DeBarger-Gestring

Clinical Psychology Practicum Student

Elizabeth is currently working on her Doctor of Psychology degree at Alliant International University. She is also currently doing a counseling practicum under the Youth Special Services division within the Vacaville Police Department. Elizabeth has worked as a volunteer crisis counselor for the Crisis Text Line and as a volunteer group leader for the Central Valley Juvenile Detention and Assessment Center. Other work experiences include working as a special education paraeducator working with students (ages 5-11) with a range (Mild-Severe) of neurodivergence, including autism, Down Syndrome, behavioral issues, and intellectual disabilities. She has also been a dance teacher, babysitter and karate teacher.

Outside of psychology, Elizabeth enjoys crocheting, watching movies, and being with family.

 

Education:

Alliant International University 

— Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Clinical Psychology: Expected graduation: 2028

University of Redlands 

— Bachelor of Arts in Psychology: 2024

 

Awards and Certifications:

Administration of the Columbia-Suicide

Severity Rating Scale

Oct 2024: Adult, Pediatric, and Infant First Aid/CPR/AED

Issued by American Red Cross

Oct 2024: Crisis, Trauma, and PTSD Counselor

Issued by Crisis Text Line

Girl Scout Gold Award

Awarded by Girl Scouts of Northern California

 

Professional Affiliations:

American Psychological Association (APA)

APA Membership and APA-Graduate Student (APAGS) Membership

Bay Area Psychological Association

California Psychological Association Divisions I, II, V, VII

Sacramento Valley Psychological Association

Psi Chi International Honors Society

 

Areas of Study Focus: 

Elizabeth is currently focusing her studies on general Clinical Psychology to learn all about different aspects of psychology, including neuropsychological assessments, forensic assessments, therapy, and treatment planning.
 

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CONTACT US

Kenneth R. Philipp, Psy.D., BCN, QEEG-D

1891 East Roseville Parkway
Roseville, CA 95661

(916) 846-9692

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