Dr. David Gacengeci, MD

Dr. David Gacengeci, MD, is a highly respected, board-certified psychiatrist at Cedar Mount Behavioral Health, PA, offering personalized psychiatric care services designed to guide each patient toward lasting mental wellness. With more than three decades of clinical and pastoral experience, Dr. Gacengeci combines rigorous medical expertise with a deep commitment to treating the whole person—mind, body, and spirit.Areas of ExpertiseComprehensive Psychiatric Evaluations — Detailed assessments to identify mood disorders, anxiety, psychosis, and co-occurring conditionsMedication Management — Individualized pharmacotherapy plans to optimize symptom relief and minimize side effectsTherapy Coordination — Collaboration with psychologists, counselors, and social workers to deliver integrated psychotherapyAddiction Treatment — Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) and counseling for substance use disordersAdvanced Interventions — Soon offering Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) for …treatment-resistant depressionPerson-Centered ApproachDr. Gacengeci’s philosophy centers on building trust through active listening, empathy, and respect. At Cedar Mount Behavioral Health, patients enter a supportive environment where they are empowered to participate fully in treatment decisions. Whether addressing chronic depression, acute anxiety, bipolar mood swings, or addiction recovery, Dr. Gacengeci tailors each treatment plan to patients’ unique life circumstances and goals.Professional ExperienceOver the last 20 years, Dr. Gacengeci has served as Adult Unit Medical Director at both Holly Hill Hospital in Raleigh, NC, and ECU Health North Hospital in Roanoke Rapids, NC, where he led interdisciplinary teams in delivering inpatient psychiatric care. Concurrently, Dr. Gacengeci focuses entirely on private practice, bringing compassionate, patient-centered care to every appointment.