Cecilia Gichaba, MSN

Cecilia Gichaba, MSN

Adult Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
8920 Southpointe Dr, Ste E-1, Indianapolis, IN
Cecilia Gichaba, PMHNP, helps individuals across Indiana achieve mental wellness through compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care. She serves teens, young adults, adults, and seniors by offering thoughtful medication management and psychiatric evaluations tailored to meet each persons unique needs. At LifeStance Health, Cecilia is committed to supporting patients navigating complex conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and schizophrenia with an approach rooted in respect, clinical precision, and a deep understanding of individual challenges. Cecilia provides care for a wide range of mental health concerns, including ADHD, sleep disorders, and postpartum depression and anxiety. She is skilled in substance use treatment and offers medication-assisted care for individuals struggling with alcohol and drug use. Her approach blends psychiatric expertise with genuine compassion to promote lasting recovery and emotional resilience. In addition to medication management, she offers Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) to support healthy sleep and improved functioning. Cecilia is especially passionate about helping individuals overcome alcohol and drug use issues”a focus that informs much of her clinical work. She believes in addressing the full person behind the diagnosis, guiding patients through stigma, shame, and self-doubt to rediscover purpose and hope. She also has experience working with veterans, military service members, and people with developmental disabilities, offering a safe and inclusive environment for healing. Outside of her clinical practice, Cecilia enjoys reading personal development and mental health literature, spending time in nature, cooking for family and friends, and volunteering through her local church to promote mental health awareness. She speaks both Swahili and English, helping her connect with a diverse patient population across Indiana.
Highly recommended
100% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes

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Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

About Cecilia Gichaba

Focus areas

Adolescent Addiction / Substance Abuse
Childhood Trauma
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Bipolar Disorder
Men's Mental Health Issues

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English, Swahili

Getting to know Cecilia Gichaba

Cecilia Gichaba, PMHNP, helps individuals across Indiana achieve mental wellness through compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care. She serves teens, young adults, adults, and seniors by offering thoughtful medication management and psychiatric evaluations tailored to meet each persons unique needs. At LifeStance Health, Cecilia is committed to supporting patients navigating complex conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and schizophrenia with an approach rooted in respect, clinical precision, and a deep understanding of individual challenges. Cecilia provides care for a wide range of mental health concerns, including ADHD, sleep disorders, and postpartum depression and anxiety. She is skilled in substance use treatment and offers medication-assisted care for individuals struggling with alcohol and drug use. Her approach blends psychiatric expertise with genuine compassion to promote lasting recovery and emotional resilience. In addition to medication management, she offers Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) to support healthy sleep and improved functioning. Cecilia is especially passionate about helping individuals overcome alcohol and drug use issues”a focus that informs much of her clinical work. She believes in addressing the full person behind the diagnosis, guiding patients through stigma, shame, and self-doubt to rediscover purpose and hope. She also has experience working with veterans, military service members, and people with developmental disabilities, offering a safe and inclusive environment for healing. Outside of her clinical practice, Cecilia enjoys reading personal development and mental health literature, spending time in nature, cooking for family and friends, and volunteering through her local church to promote mental health awareness. She speaks both Swahili and English, helping her connect with a diverse patient population across Indiana.

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Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia
Anxiety Disorder
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
New Patient Visit
Psychiatry Consultation
Sleep Problems
Women's Mental Health Issues
Agoraphobia
Anxiety Disorder
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression

Office location

Cecilia Gichaba, MSN also offers online video visits for patients
LifeStance Health - Indiana
8920 Southpointe Dr, Ste E-1, Indianapolis, IN 46227

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • Indiana University Fort Wayne (IUFW), Master's in Nursing

NPI number

1215635735

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Cecilia Gichaba frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychiatry Consultation, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Cecilia Gichaba on their profile.

What languages does Cecilia Gichaba speak?

Cecilia Gichaba speaks English and Swahili.

How do patients rate Cecilia Gichaba in reviews?

2 patients have reviewed Cecilia Gichaba. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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