Dr. Eunice Ngumba-Gatabaki

Experienced psychologist using practical, collaborative methods

NC Psychologist 2386 North Carolina

Experience: 22 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Trauma and abuse
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing
Languages: English, Kikuyu, Swahili

About Eunice

Dr. Eunice Ngumba-Gatabaki draws on a cognitive behavioral framework while integrating motivational interviewing and solution-focused strategies to create focused, practical care.

Background and approach

A licensed psychologist in North Carolina, she blends evidence-informed techniques with cultural sensitivity to help people address stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship struggles, and a broad range of emotional and behavioral concerns. Her approach emphasizes collaborative problem solving and concrete skills that clients can use between sessions.

With 22 years of professional experience, Dr. Ngumba-Gatabaki adapts treatment to each person’s circumstances and values, offering attention to multicultural issues and veteran and armed forces concerns when relevant.

She works in English, Kikuyu, and Swahili and seeks to meet clients where they are by listening carefully, setting clear goals, and adjusting strategies over time. Prospective clients are encouraged that reaching out is an important step; she aims to make the process approachable while tailoring plans to individual needs.

Credentials are listed as NC Psychologist 2386.

Integrating practical therapies for online care

Dr. Eunice Ngumba-Gatabaki commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, sleep and eating concerns, and coping with life changes. She also employs Motivational Interviewing to support people who are ambivalent about change, helping to clarify goals and strengthen personal motivation in areas such as addictions or health behaviors. These approaches are applied in a way that emphasizes clear, actionable steps and measurable progress.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey and will be explored collaboratively. The therapist works with each client to understand their needs, preferences, and goals, and adjusts methods over time so the work feels relevant and manageable. Clients take part in setting objectives and deciding which techniques fit best for their situation.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility around schedules and geography. These options make it easier to maintain consistent care while balancing work, family, and other commitments, and allow licensed professionals to deliver structured, evidence-informed interventions in ways that suit individual lifestyles.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she address?

She works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, addictions, LGBT matters, family and intimacy issues, eating and sleeping problems, anger, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and ADHD.

What therapeutic style can I expect?

Her practice uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with motivational interviewing and solution-focused techniques to create practical, goal-oriented work that emphasizes skills and behavioral changes.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She brings 22 years of professional experience to her work, using that background to inform assessment, treatment planning, and tailored interventions.

Where is she licensed and what are her credentials?

She is licensed in North Carolina and holds the designation NC Psychologist 2386.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are available in English, Kikuyu, and Swahili; international clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats does she offer?

She provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences.

How are fees and payment handled?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the steps to begin therapy?

To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuse Grief Depression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changes Compassion fatigue ADHD

Additional focus areas

Veteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concerns

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

22+ years

Licensed

North Carolina

Languages

English, Kikuyu, Swahili