Dr. Mercy Karanja

Dr. Mercy Karanja is a Consultant Psychiatrist and presently holds the position of Director of Mental Health at the Ministry of Health, Kenya. She is also the President of the Kenya Psychiatric Association, as well as a Board Member at NACADA where she represents the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council. With over 15 years of progressive experience in mental health, Dr. Karanja has applied her expertise in various roles, including clinical practitioner, policy maker, technical advisor, and trainer in the field of psychiatry.

Dr. Karanja is committed to ensuring accessible and equitable mental health services for all through comprehensive mental health reforms and evidence-based policies. Her career vision includes fostering multisectoral collaborations, enhancing mental health literacy, and integrating mental health services into primary healthcare systems to create a holistic and sustainable approach to mental health care in Kenya and beyond.