Dr. Sylvia Wambui Kariuki is a consultant psychiatrist in Nairobi with over seven years of experience providing psychiatric care to children, adolescents and adults. She holds an MBChB and an MMed in Psychiatry from the University of Nairobi. Dr. Wambui provides assessment and treatment for a wide range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, psychotic disorders and schizophrenia. Her approach combines psychiatric assessment, psychotherapy and psychiatric medication management according to the individual patient’s needs. Child and Adolescent Mental Health Dr. Wambui provides psychiatric assessment and treatment for children and adolescents, including:

• • ADHD assessment and treatment

• • Autism spectrum disorder assessment

• • Anxiety and depression

• • Learning and behavioural difficulties

• • Emotional and behavioural problems

Adult Psychiatry Her adult psychiatry services include assessment and treatment of:

• • Depression and anxiety disorders

• • Bipolar disorder

• • Psychotic disorders and schizophrenia

• • Panic disorder and social anxiety

• • Stress-related and adjustment disorders

• • Substance-use disorders and addiction

ADHD Assessment and Treatment Dr. Wambui has particular experience in ADHD assessment and treatment. Assessment considers symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity and their impact on education, work, relationships and everyday functioning. Where appropriate, treatment may include psychoeducation, psychological interventions and medication. Approach to Care Dr. Wambui provides compassionate, culturally sensitive and patient-centred psychiatric care, with emphasis on careful assessment, appropriate treatment and follow-up.

Services Offered

Child and adolescent mental-health care ADHD assessment and treatment Anxiety, panic and stress-related disorders Psychiatric medication management

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  Samuel Kamoche

  August 31, 2026 at 9:02 am

  Thank you!

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