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David Mbugua Gacengeci

Psychiatrist, MD, MRCPsy, MDiv, FAPA

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Raleigh, NC 27609
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Available both in-person and online
Raleigh, NC 27609
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I have devoted my life to the paractice of psychiatry and pastoral care, from a whole person approach, treating the whole you, body, mind and spirit. We offer diagnostic evaluations, support and treatment, to persons challenged by anxiety, depression, ADHD, psychotic and mood disorders as well as substance use. When you come to us, we will listen to your unique story, in assured confidentiality and then open before you best treatments availabe, empowering you, in collaboration with us to choose the best treatment. Your journey to wellness starts by making an appointment.
We use the bio-psycho-social-spiritual approach to diagnosis to determine areas of dysfunction from a diagnostic perspective. Treating you in a compassionate, caring and respectul manner, which leads to establishing therapeutic relationships of trust that enable following through with treatment.
Our first priority is you; knowing you, listening to your story, understanding your needs and applying the best treatment available to bring you timely relief. Your wait for a mental health appointment has come to an end; your journey to wellnes starts here. Call to make an appointment.
Take the first step to help. Call or David Mbugua Gacengeci now - (919) 752-4872

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Cedar Mount Behavioral Health, PA

Raleigh, NC 27609

(919) 752-4872
My website
Please call 919-417-4322 or go to our website and make an appointment. We are taking new patients.
Standard Visit $385, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (919) 752-4872
Photo of David Mbugua Gacengeci, Psychiatrist, MD, MRCPsy, MDiv, FAPA

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Cedar Mount Behavioral Health, PA

Raleigh, NC 27609

(919) 752-4872
My website
Please call 919-417-4322 or go to our website and make an appointment. We are taking new patients.
Standard Visit $385, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Standard Visit $385

Payment Methods

Cash, Check, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Medicare
  • Optum
  • TRICARE
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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We bill insurance for in-network patients. For self paying patient, our fees for intial/diagnostic evaluation is $385 and for subsequent follow ups, $275.
Photo of David Mbugua Gacengeci, Psychiatrist, MD, MRCPsy, MDiv, FAPA
David Mbugua Gacengeci
Psychiatrist, MD, MRCPsy, MDiv, FAPA
or call with questions - (919) 752-4872
"
We bill insurance for in-network patients. For self paying patient, our fees for intial/diagnostic evaluation is $385 and for subsequent follow ups, $275.
Photo of David Mbugua Gacengeci, Psychiatrist, MD, MRCPsy, MDiv, FAPA
David Mbugua Gacengeci
Psychiatrist, MD, MRCPsy, MDiv, FAPA
or call with questions - (919) 752-4872

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today License: North Carolina / 200101550 David Mbugua Gacengeci
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 45 years
  • College of Health Sciences, University of Nairobi, Kenya, MD, Graduated 1976
  • Additional Credentials

  • Board Certification by American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology
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David Mbugua Gacengeci
Psychiatrist, MD, MRCPsy, MDiv, FAPA
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (919) 752-4872
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David Mbugua Gacengeci
Psychiatrist, MD, MRCPsy, MDiv, FAPA
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (919) 752-4872

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Depression
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Medication Management
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Substance Use
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma and PTSD
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We do diagnostic evaluations of patients suffering for a range of mental disorder in order to understand their unique clinical presentation, needs as well as strengths. This comprises clinical history taking, physical examination and lab tests. The information gathered is then used to tailor individualized and evidence based treatment according the patient's unique situation.
Photo of David Mbugua Gacengeci, Psychiatrist, MD, MRCPsy, MDiv, FAPA
David Mbugua Gacengeci
Psychiatrist, MD, MRCPsy, MDiv, FAPA
or call with questions - (919) 752-4872
"
We do diagnostic evaluations of patients suffering for a range of mental disorder in order to understand their unique clinical presentation, needs as well as strengths. This comprises clinical history taking, physical examination and lab tests. The information gathered is then used to tailor individualized and evidence based treatment according the patient's unique situation.
Photo of David Mbugua Gacengeci, Psychiatrist, MD, MRCPsy, MDiv, FAPA
David Mbugua Gacengeci
Psychiatrist, MD, MRCPsy, MDiv, FAPA
or call with questions - (919) 752-4872

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

I also speak

Kikuyu
Swahili

Religion

Christian

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

I also speak

Kikuyu
Swahili

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
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Our associated therapists use CBT and group therapy as needed to address patients needs
Photo of David Mbugua Gacengeci, Psychiatrist, MD, MRCPsy, MDiv, FAPA
David Mbugua Gacengeci
Psychiatrist, MD, MRCPsy, MDiv, FAPA
or call with questions - (919) 752-4872
"
Our associated therapists use CBT and group therapy as needed to address patients needs
Photo of David Mbugua Gacengeci, Psychiatrist, MD, MRCPsy, MDiv, FAPA
David Mbugua Gacengeci
Psychiatrist, MD, MRCPsy, MDiv, FAPA
or call with questions - (919) 752-4872

Location

Primary Location

Cedar Mount Behavioral Health, PA

Raleigh, NC 27609

(919) 752-4872

Nearby Areas

Counties

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Please call 919-417-4322 or go to our website and make an appointment. We are taking new patients.
Photo of David Mbugua Gacengeci, Psychiatrist, MD, MRCPsy, MDiv, FAPA
David Mbugua Gacengeci
Psychiatrist, MD, MRCPsy, MDiv, FAPA
Take the first step to help. Call now - (919) 752-4872
"
Please call 919-417-4322 or go to our website and make an appointment. We are taking new patients.
Photo of David Mbugua Gacengeci, Psychiatrist, MD, MRCPsy, MDiv, FAPA
David Mbugua Gacengeci
Psychiatrist, MD, MRCPsy, MDiv, FAPA
Take the first step to help. Call now - (919) 752-4872