What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.53
Average wait time
4.43
Bedside manner
4.48
“They were great highly recommend them Dr David Gacengeci was a great listener gave great advice and can tell he cares Alot about his patients and there health needs!”
Tasha M.November 21, 2025Video visit
“Very pleasant experience, he was very nice and actually listened to what I was saying and didn't judge me at all. Made another appointment with him in another month, would recommend!”
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About Dr. David Gacengeci
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Identity
Gender
MaleSexuality
StraightFaith
ChristianEthnicity
Black or African American
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Dr. David Gacengeci
**This provider ONLY accepts Aetna, BCBSNC, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Tricare East/Humana Military, SELF-PAY, and Medicare, Medicaid tailored plans that include Alliance Health, VAYA, Partners, and Trillium Health Resource. OTHER MEDICAID PLANS CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTED.**
Dr. David Gacengeci, MD, received his medical degree, MB.CHB., from the College of Health Sciences, University of Nairobi, Kenya. He completed his Residency in Psychiatry at the Institute of Psychiatry, London, and thereafter worked as a psychiatrist in Kenya for 13 years before coming to the USA. After completing the Master of Divinity Degree at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, David did a second residency at St Francis Medical Center, in Pittsburgh PA USA and is Board-Certified in Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
For the last 20 years, Dr. Gacengeci has practiced in-patient psychiatry as Adult Unit Medical Director at Holly Hill Hospital, in Raleigh, NC and at ECU North Hospital, Roanoke Rapids, NC, while working as Senior Pastor of Cornerstone Renewal Church International, in Raleigh, NC. He is now retired from the pastorate and doing private practice.
What should a new client know about working with you?
1) PLEASE CONTACT THE OFFICE AS SOON AS YOU MAKE THE APPOINTMENT.
2) CO-PAYS/COINSURANCE, AND SELF-PAY ARE DUE BEFORE APPOINTMENTS.
3) This provider accepts Aetna, BCBSNC, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Tricare East/Humana Military, Self-Pay, and Medicare/Medicaid tailored plans that include Alliance Health, VAYA, Partners, and Trillium Health Resource. OTHER MEDICAID PLANS CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTED.
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More information on payments and coverage
1) WE ONLY SERVE NORTH CAROLINA PATIENTS.
2) IF YOU CHOOSE SELF PAY, NO INSURANCE WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR THE APPOINTMENT.
4) UPLOAD PROOF OF ID AND INSURANCE WHEN MAKING THE APPOINTMENT.
5) PLEASE GET IN TOUCH WITH THE OFFICE AS SOON AS YOU MAKE THE APPOINTMENT.
6) CO-PAYS/COINSURANCE, AND SELF-PAY ARE DUE BEFORE APPOINTMENTS.
7) This provider accepts Aetna, BCBSNC, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Tricare East/Humana Military, Self-Pay, and Medicare, Medicaid tailored plans that include Alliance Health, VAYA, Partners, and Trillium Health Resource. OTHER MEDICAID PLANS CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTED.
Other popular visit reasons
Agoraphobia
Anxiety
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
New Patient Visit
Pediatric Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Psychiatry Consultation
Psychosexual Evaluation
Agoraphobia
Anxiety
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Office location
Dr. David Gacengeci, MD, FAPA also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
- Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)
Education and training
- Medical School - Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Nairobi, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
- King's College London, Residency in Psychiatry
- St. Francis Medical Center, Residency in Psychiatry
Professional memberships
- American Medical Association
- American Psychiatric Association
NPI number
1942269592
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.53
Wait time
4.43
Bedside manner
4.48
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He was good to listen and understand my conditions and to answer my concerns of treatment options. I highly recommend!!
October 27, 2025Sherry N.Verified patientVideo visit
Great man, very professional. I felt heard and seen. Very easy to talk to and made me very comfortable immediately. 10/10!!
August 21, 2025Meagan H.Verified patient
Very great practice and great first appointment experience. Will definitely book with them regularly! Thanks so much!
July 11, 2025Jodi B.Verified patientVideo visit
Very kind, listened to everything I had to say and explained things about the problems I was having.
Less than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
I appreciate their patience they had with me getn to know how to go about the whole thing
October 20, 2025Sherry N.Verified patientVideo visit
Very professional and ask all the right questions! So grateful to have someone listen!
September 25, 2025Monet P.Verified patientVideo visit
He is a great physician who really came through for me in a time of need five stars
October 19, 2025Joshua A.Verified patientVideo visit
Very friendly & made sure he took his time with our appointment. He was amazing!
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He wanted to re-evaluate my treatment to ensure my medication was appropriate.
July 30, 2025Virginia R.Verified patientVideo visit
DR.G was a great listener and he made me feel very comfortable
November 9, 2025Anthony M.Verified patientVideo visit
It's was outstanding and I would highly recommend it to anyone
September 30, 2025mekaya C.Verified patientVideo visit
Great provider! Accepts Medicaid so that is a plus!
September 30, 2025Malori S.Verified patientVideo visit
They were great highly recommend them Dr David Gacengeci was a great listener gave great advice and can tell he cares Alot about his patients and there health needs!
November 21, 2025Tasha M.Verified patientVideo visit
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November 6, 2025Sheila C.Verified patient
Mary Jones and Dr. g are fake doctors. the FBI needs to be called in another state and they reported for fraud and lies. mu medication was stolen after it was ordered it was a set up. my sister is trying to pretend to run stings to arrest people but robbing everyone. get them help they are hostages
November 2, 2025Lisa T.Verified patientVideo visit
Very pleasant experience, he was very nice and actually listened to what I was saying and didn't judge me at all. Made another appointment with him in another month, would recommend!
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October 23, 2025David B.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr G is a really nice man. He asks the appropriate questions and listens to me. He was thorough and attentive. He was not judgmental. I felt really comfortable talking to him.
October 22, 2025Initials hiddenVideo visit
Dr David was the first health care Dr to show true altruistic mental health care. I was in a deep hole... he has given me a reason to live.
He truly has a gift.
Same with front desk gentleman. Patient and kind. I have dealth with so many psych services all horrible.
He is excellent, knowledgeable, listens intently and patiently. His knowledge is endless. He explains everything.
Thank you so so much.
October 16, 2025REGINA B.Verified patientVideo visit
?? recommended highly.
October 14, 2025Jeffrey W.Verified patientVideo visit
Great experience.
October 14, 2025Tyrone M.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr G is awesome very understanding and a good listener. He asked very good questions and seemed genuinely concerned with my issues. I booked an appointment on a Friday and was seen the following Monday. Very fast scheduling times. We did a video conference call and all my needs were met. 5 stars!
September 30, 2025Christopher G.Verified patientVideo visit
Great Dr. I will see him again!
September 26, 2025Lisa T.Verified patientVideo visit
I was very pleased with my Dr. He was very professional, polite, patient, listened to my concerns, answered all my questions. I highly recommend.
August 16, 2025Tracie G.Verified patientVideo visit
I would definitely recommend this doctor to a friend and am choosing to follow up with him again. He is an excellent listener, which is paramount for being a good doctor.
Less than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Very patient and informative, listened to my concerns and made me feel very comfortable and actually made me feel I was important disclosing my life history!
appointment was astronomical!
July 31, 2025LISA G.Verified patientVideo visit
So far very pleased
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What practice does Dr. David Gacengeci work with?
Dr. David Gacengeci works with Cedar Mount Behavioral Health PA.
Where is Dr. David Gacengeci's office located?
Dr. David Gacengeci has 2 office locations in Raleigh, view full addresses on Dr. Gacengeci's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Gacengeci have?
Dr. David Gacengeci is certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology).
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. David Gacengeci?
Dr. David Gacengeci frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, New Patient Visit, and Psychiatry Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. David Gacengeci on their profile.
What languages does Dr. David Gacengeci speak?
Dr. David Gacengeci speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. David Gacengeci in reviews?
62 patients have reviewed Dr. David Gacengeci. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.53/5. They have a 4.48/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.43/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.