Dr. Henry Cocoy DR. Nacpil, Head of the Cultural Affairs and Sports Development Office (CASDO), passed the 2025 Psychologist Licensure Examination (PLE) administered by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC).The results, released on September 25, 2025, showed that Dr. Nacpil was among the 469 new licensed psychologists out of 541 examinees nationwide.
Following the results, Dr. Nacpil formally took his oath as a registered psychologist on October 23, 2025, at the Manila Hotel.
“Growing up as a pastor’s kid taught me resilience, courage to help others, and the strength to never give up—matira matibay, at laging manalangin,” Dr. Nacpil shared, reflecting on his journey.
“I was inspired by my Tatay Emy, Nanay Liling, Auntie Letty, and Uncle Philip. More so, my wife Jay Ann has always pushed me in getting these licenses—without her constant reminder, I would not have attained this,” he said, expressing deep gratitude to the people who influenced and supported him throughout his career.
Speaking about his current role, Dr. Nacpil explained, “I believe my role at CASDO enables me to nurture not only the talents but also the psychological well-being of our student-athletes and cultural performers. Through psychological guidance and support, I aim to strengthen their confidence, resilience, and holistic growth as they represent the Knights of Wesleyan with pride and purpose.”
Moreover, Dr. Nacpil also emphasized that his leadership in CASDO is guided by both administrative direction and his commitment to Wesleyan’s mission. Now in its first year, the office is aligning its development plans with the University’s strategic goals, pursuing partnerships with national organizations and universities, and strengthening grassroots programs in sports and the arts.
These include forging partnerships with the Philippine Sports Commission, the Psychological Association of the Philippines–Sports Division, the National Commission for Culture and the Arts, and several leading universities in the region, while also strengthening WUP’s programs in basketball, chess, volleyball, dance, choir, and theater arts in the coming summer.
When asked about common misconceptions about psychologists, Dr. Nacpil explained that many still have an inaccurate understanding of the profession. He noted that psychologists are often perceived as mind readers or people who can instantly analyze others, when in truth, their role focuses on helping individuals gain self-awareness and build healthier coping strategies.
“In reality, our purpose is not to judge but to help individuals understand themselves better and develop healthier coping mechanisms. Some also believe that psychotherapy is only for those with ‘serious’ issues or that psychologists merely offer advice, when in fact, we use evidence-based approaches to foster growth and well-being,” he explained.
“People’s beliefs about their abilities have a profound effect on those abilities. This principle serves as my personal mandate in guiding our student-athletes and cultural performers,” he added, quoting social cognitive theorist Albert Bandura.
“I am committed to upholding our University’s core values of CHASE and our enduring mission of Building People and Making a Difference,” he concluded.
Source: PRC Board – September 2025 Psychologist Licensure Exam List of Passers
Article by Ayumi San Cai Valerio (PIO)
Photos courtesy of Henry Cocoy Nacpil
