Our Team

Management

Cecil Njuguna

our team

Managing Director

I am a psychological and addictions counselor with over 15 years of experience in individual, group, and family therapy. As an alumnus of Support for Addictions Prevention and Treatment in Africa (S.A.P.T.A), I bring extensive expertise in addiction counseling, mental health support, adolescent behavioral issues, stress management, and comprehensive psychosocial assessments. My work focuses on helping individuals navigate daily challenges while fostering emotional resilience and overall psychological well-being.
 At Optimum, I apply my experience by providing strategic leadership that ensures all programs operate effectively, ethically, and in alignment with evidence-based best practices. I oversee overall program development, staff supervision, quality assurance, and client-centered service delivery across the organization. My focus is on maintaining high standards of care, strengthening therapeutic services, and ensuring that individuals and families receive the support they need for meaningful, long-term recovery.

My commitment is to uphold Optimum’s mission of restoring dignity, transforming lives, and promoting holistic wellness for all those seeking support through our services.

Georgina Njenga

Executive Director

I am a passionate and dedicated physician assistant with 5 years’ experience aiming to use my strength and abilities to support the mission and goal of The Optimum Center. Bringing forth expertise in working with underserved communities who have medical, substance use disorders and psychiatric complexities. Highly experienced and value collaborating with other healthcare professionals.

Grace Wairimu

Company Director

I have been leading a team of nurses, medical assistants and health outreach workers as we deliver holistic care at home preventing re̵‑hospitalization. I collaborate with a behavioral team, supporting patients with substance disorders, mental health disorders and low social determinants of health at commonwealth care alliance. I possess a degree in social sciences and a master’s in physician studies from Salus University in Philadelphia.

Christine Njuguna

Finance Director

I am a highly qualified Accountant and Financial Executive with over 15 years of progressive experience in finance and operations management, having worked with both newly established and well-established organizations. As a Registered Certified Public Accountant (CPA, Kenya), I bring a strong track record in driving financial growth, operational efficiency, and sustainable business performance.
My expertise covers Business Planning & Analysis, Budgeting, P&L Management, Ad hoc Analysis, and Investor Relations, alongside in-depth knowledge of financial policy development, working capital management, internal financial controls, and project financing and costing. Over the years, I have consistently delivered results by improving operations, maximizing profitability, and enhancing organizational performance through effective financial management, cost reduction strategies, and productivity improvements.
At The Optimum Center for Specialized Treatment, I provide strategic leadership and direction in finance and operations, ensuring continuous improvement in business performance and alignment with the organization’s long-term vision. I am passionate about building strong governance structures, developing sustainable growth strategies, and creating a positive impact through sound financial management.
I value collaboration, and with excellent interpersonal and leadership skills, I am able to resolve complex issues, inspire teamwork, and motivate others to achieve peak performance.

Client Support Team

Arthur Muriuki

Consultant Psychologist

I am a Consulting Psychologist in private practice. My expertise is within family and corporate mental health. Over the years, my work in mental health has allowed me a unique opportunity in successfully supporting clients in recovery from the diverse presentation of psychiatric conditions with varying symptom severity. Working with clients from the developed world while living in the developing world has allowed me great insights into multicultural aspects of mental health. I have taken great pride within my work, in creating systems that are internationally viable, culturally sensitive and that meet the unique needs of each client. I hold a MA in Counseling Psychology from the United States International University (USIU Africa) and a BA in Social Work from The Catholic University of Eastern Africa (CUEA).  I am a member of the British Psychological Society (BPS U.K.) Reg. No. 332372, the American Psychological Association (APA) Reg. No. 00196504 and the Kenya Counselling and Psychological Society (KCPA) Reg. No. KCPA/3306/15 On Expedition Discovery, I lead a multi-talented team of counselors who put their combined expertise and experience to assist you on your individual journey of discovery. I have every confidence in their capacity to provide you with the best possible care while you journey with us.

Dr. Emmanuel A. Amadi

Psychiatrist

I am a Board-certified Psychiatrist with 7+ years of extensive experience in the healthcare care industry and a great understanding of healthcare delivery systems. Am an adept communicator able to engage with patients and effectively partner with other team members within complex organizational structures. I have experience in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of psychiatric disorders across different age groups; In-depth knowledge of the various treatment modalities and therapies used to aid the patients’ recoveries; outstanding ability to zero in on a patient’s mental health disorder with unfailing accuracy.

Recognized as a high caliber team player and leader with demonstrated expertise in providing emotional support to patients and family members, utilizing logic and reasoning to make potentially life-saving or life-changing decisions. I possess an astute ability to read nonverbal cues to better understand patients’ emotions and an unmatched work ethic and a collaborative work style in detailed business practices.