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Catherine Ogunsola, PMHNP

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through Brightside Health

At a glance

Catherine is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Brightside Health.

4.9 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Catherine. View 28 reviews
Great news, Catherine is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in District of Columbia, Maryland, and 1 more

Recent reviews

She was very kind and patient

Reviewed January 2025

She is great love talking to her.

Reviewed November 2024

More about Catherine

  • More than 5 years' experience
  • Female
  • PMHNP

She’s been an amazing help to me every step of the way. " -Christelle G. from DC

Catherine Ogunsola is a Board Certified Mental Health Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with the unique background of a Physician with experience in both out-patient and in-patient settings assessing, diagnosing and treating medical and mental health conditions in adolescents, adults and the geriatric populations in Nigeria, West Africa and in the United States. In the United States she has provided therapeutic, supportive and educational services to veterans with various mental illnesses encompassing the range of psychiatric disorders in a comprehensive Partial Hospitalization Program and an Outpatient Mental Health clinic.

Her experience includes providing psychiatric evaluations, medication management care and psychoeducation to patients in assisted living facilities, nursing/group homes. The past six years she has focused on outpatient psychiatric medication management.

Catherine strives for collaboration with other providers to achieve holistic care. An open line of communication with patients and their families to ensure Patient Centered Care is important to her. Her strong foundational knowledge of Pathophysiology and Pharmacology informs her diagnosis and treatment, she strives to educate her patients and promotes their overall health while helping them understand the mind body connection



Brightside Health is a fully online mental health practice providing life-changing care for anxiety, depression, and related conditions through personalized Psychiatry and Therapy services available to all 50 states. Named the "best online psychiatry service" for 4 years in a row by such publications as Forbes, Healthline, Yahoo, VeryWellMind and Everyday Health among others.

Specialties

Anxiety Depression Psychiatry Consultation Panic Attack Burnout Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Insomnia Mental Health Problem Crisis Intervention Suicide Prevention ADD/ADHD Substance Use Disorder Addiction Alcoholism Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Postpartum Depression Bipolar Disorder/Manic Depression Trauma Phobias

Treatment Approaches

  • Prescription Medication
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Interpersonal
  • Intervention
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused

Licenses

Catherine Ogunsola's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174070858.

  • PMHNP · District of Columbia
  • PMHNP · Maryland
  • PMHNP · Virginia

About online healthcare

Affordable.
Get high-quality care for a low flat fee without the high cost.
Convenient.
Get the care you need, when and where it works for you.
Available now.
No waiting lists. No phone calls. Just complete a short online assessment and get treatment in as little as 48 hours.

Brightside makes it easy to get professional help through secure video sessions, messaging, and personalized care plans. It’s ideal for people who want effective treatment without the hassle of commuting or scheduling delays. Starting at $95 per month, Brightside is typically far more affordable than traditional in-person care. Clinical studies show that Brightside’s evidence-based approach delivers real results: Most members see significant improvement within 12 weeks, many achieving full remission.

Reviews for Catherine Ogunsola

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.9

28 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Amazing Helpful Knowledgeable Understanding Caring Listens Support Wonderful Attentive

She was very kind and patient

Reviewed January 2025

She is great love talking to her.

Reviewed November 2024

Dr. Ogunsola is excellent at providing my care and I am so happy to be working with her!

Reviewed June 2025

She does a phenomenal job at listening and is very good at disseminating information.

Reviewed June 2025

Smile and connect with your patient.

Reviewed November 2024

She’s been an amazing help to me every step of the way.

Reviewed January 2025

Catherine Ogunsola, MD, MHS, MSN, PMHNP-BC is wonderful - very helpful and understanding. Always appreciate my time with her.

Reviewed October 2024

She give 100% of her time, knowledge and support to our check-in sessions. No need to ask for more support.

Reviewed October 2025

She’s great. She listens and supports me well.

Reviewed September 2025

She is dong great. Love her.

Reviewed October 2024

She has been wonderful thus far.

Reviewed November 2024

She does an amazing job making sure that I'm comfortable I'm not experiencing any side effects and that I want to continue with the medication that I'm currently on. I really appreciate your consideration and professionalism and how kind of a person she seems to be

Reviewed November 2024

She's been a lifesaver for me. She's attentive, caring, understanding, and patient. I couldn't ask for a better provider.

Reviewed October 2024

I love Catherine, shes always been so personable and invested in me beyond my medical needs. I feel supported!

Reviewed January 2025

Catherine is great, she is flexible with my schedule. 6 stars!

Reviewed September 2025

Helpful and knowledgeable!

Reviewed December 2024

There is not enough time to do a thorough follow up if you are having issues and need to discuss next steps, med changes, diagnostic tests, invasive therapy options, etc.

Reviewed December 2024

Dr. Ogunsola is kind and supportive. I am happy with the care she provides. She asks me if I’m okay with my medicine and offers options if I need them.

Reviewed September 2025

I am blessed to find Dr. Ogunsola. She is the most loving, compassionate, caring, kind & professional clinicians I have EVER met.

Reviewed December 2024

Dr. Catherine Ogunsola is Fantastic! She listens, asks the right questions, is very knowledgeable, and empathic.

Reviewed October 2024

Very helpful and knowledgeable

Reviewed February 2025

She is amazing and I love her .

Reviewed October 2024

I think we're on the right track. I believe it's just gonna take a little time

Reviewed July 2025

Dr. Catherine has helped me tremendously by providing me the right medication and encouraging from her side. I’m so thankful that I have Dr. Catherine because she understands things without even saying it

Reviewed December 2024

If psychs were able to provide stimulants

Reviewed September 2025

Check and respond to messages better.

Reviewed October 2025

She was great. No complaints.

Reviewed October 2024

She was very understanding about my wanting to pause my treatments.

Reviewed December 2024

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Frequently asked questions

Does Catherine Ogunsola offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Catherine Ogunsola works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Catherine Ogunsola speak?

Catherine Ogunsola speaks English.

How many years of experience does Catherine Ogunsola have?

Catherine Ogunsola has more than 5 years of experience.

Where is Catherine Ogunsola licensed to practice?

Catherine Ogunsola is licensed to practice in District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia.

Does Catherine Ogunsola accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Catherine Ogunsola does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Catherine Ogunsola offer?

Catherine Ogunsola offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Client-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Catherine Ogunsola?

Catherine Ogunsola can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Catherine Ogunsola?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.