About Emily Gitau
Focus areas
Anxiety
Depression
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Medication Management
Bipolar Disorder
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Emily Gitau
Emily Gitau is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has worked in outpatient behavioral health clinics serving adult populations. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Winston-Salem State University.
Emily Gitau provides collaborative, respectful, and goal-oriented care focused on understanding each patient’s experiences and creating practical, individualized treatment plans. She emphasizes clear guidance, evidence-based medication management, and patient education, while fostering a supportive, nonjudgmental environment that encourages honesty, consistency, and patient autonomy.
Emily Gitau uses a structured, patient-centered approach that begins with a comprehensive psychiatric assessment and individualized treatment planning, which may include medication management, psychoeducation, and coordination with therapy. Follow-ups focus on progress, effectiveness, and side effects, with adjustments guided by clinical findings and patient feedback.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill, Master's in Nursing
- Winston-Salem State University (Bachelor's)
NPI number
1275055584
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What practice does Emily Gitau work with?
Emily Gitau works with Talkiatry.
What languages does Emily Gitau speak?
Emily Gitau speaks English.