What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.83
Average wait time
4.94
Bedside manner
4.83
“Dr. Catherine was a great listener and was very kind and open- minded. She heard me out and gave me great advice. Would definitely recommend!”
Gabas A.December 17, 2025Video visit
“I had a great experience with this psychiatrist. She was super kind, always smiling, and made me feel really comfortable. She actually listened to me and was very attentive to everything I said. I felt like she truly cared about my concerns and didn’t rush me at all. I love how supportive and understanding she was. Highly recommend her????”
Nadia S.April 7, 2025Video visit
About Catherine Ben-Agu
Focus areas
Anxiety
Dissociative Disorder
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Suicidal Tendencies
Bipolar Disorder
Personality Disorder
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Identity
Gender
FemaleEthnicity
Black or African American
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Catherine Ben-Agu
Catherine Ben-Agu is a board-certified, licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in the states of Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC. She has 8 years of experience in psychiatry. Catherine attended Walden University, where she completed both her bachelor's and master's degrees in nursing. Through her many years of experience, she has partnered with children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric clients seeking help with diverse psychiatric concerns. Catherine specializes in facilitating significant improvement in clients' presenting symptoms through proper assessment, accurate diagnosis, prescriptions, treatment, and evaluation. She is experienced in managing various psychiatric disorders, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, ADD, personality disorders, substance use disorder, eating disorders, mood disorders, suicidal ideation, therapy sessions, and many more.
What should a new client know about working with you?
Through great interpersonal and communication skills, Catherine is able to establish trust, and communicate with clients in a therapeutic manner that upholds respect and preserves client’s autonomy and dignity. She is culturally competent, nonjudgmental, and uses compassion, empathy, and active listening in all her interaction with clients.
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More information on payments and coverage
Payment is due after each session and will be charged with your card on file for any portion of patient responsibility. Receipts will be provided at the time of the charge. This typically takes place 2-4 weeks after the session, once your insurance has had a chance to process the claim. We try our best to verify eligibility, but it is ultimately your responsibility to check coverage and out-of-pocket costs for services. For out-of-network visits, you will be billed at the provider’s self-pay rate, and we can provide an invoice for you to submit to your insurance for potential out-of-network reimbursement based on your plan’s benefits.
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Walden University, Master's in Nursing
- Walden University (Bachelor's)
NPI number
1801402508
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.83
Wait time
4.94
Bedside manner
4.83
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Dr Carmen was on time, very attentive and a great personality would definitely recommend!
January 3, 2026Clarice N.Verified patientVideo visit
By far the best doctor I've ever had. For the first time I was not rushed, and my diagnoses were thoroughly explained to me.
June 30, 2023Jay L.Verified patientVideo visit
This dr was very helpful abs was ables to accurately address my medicine needs
October 10, 2024ASHLYN M.Verified patientVideo visit
I was very nervous for my appointment but I know I found the help I desperately needed.
June 18, 2023Kristy B.Verified patientVideo visit
Provider was early to the appointment, was friendly and professional.
July 26, 2024Erin B.Verified patientVideo visit
She one of the best doctors ever …very friendly, kind , and passionate! Very honest
May 8, 2023Amira I.Verified patientVideo visit
Highly recommend. She was very easy to talk to and made me feel as ease.
May 10, 2024Sue B.Verified patientVideo visit
Great! Timely kind knowledgeable and very compassionate. Great experience.
December 1, 2023Katherine M.Verified patientVideo visit
Yes I would recommend her. I have my 2nd follow up set with her
September 9, 2024Evelyn J.Verified patientVideo visit
Very communicative and answered all my questions.
September 28, 2024Katelyn K.Verified patientVideo visit
She has been wonderful. Very caring and understanding
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Great NP, felt listened to and had a warm presence
August 24, 2023Natalie C.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. Catherine was a great listener and was very kind and open- minded. She heard me out and gave me great advice. Would definitely recommend!
December 17, 2025Gabas A.Verified patientVideo visit
I had a great experience with this psychiatrist. She was super kind, always smiling, and made me feel really comfortable. She actually listened to me and was very attentive to everything I said. I felt like she truly cared about my concerns and didn’t rush me at all. I love how supportive and understanding she was. Highly recommend her????
April 7, 2025Nadia S.Verified patientVideo visit
She was great! 10/10
March 3, 2025Jimika H.Verified patientVideo visit
It was wonderful and I would highly recommend her to my friends if they needed to reach out again. As for me, I will be coming back again!
10/10
February 1, 2025Vivian B.Verified patientVideo visit
Ms. Ben-Agu was very professional and straight-forward. Her no-nonsense approach helped me cut directly to the purpose of my visit, without a lot of fluff, which helped me organize my scattered thoughts. While she conducted an assessment of my presenting problems, she was very focused and to-the-point, but she paused and gave a very warm smile while she waited patiently for me to compose myself when I became emotional. The balance of "straight to business" along with empathetic patience was surprisingly comforting. Overall, her approach allowed me to get through my initial appointment and agree to a satisfactory treatment plan much quicker and easier than I had expected. I am looking forward to working with her going forward.
December 15, 2024Ashley P.Verified patientVideo visit
I would recommend this service.
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August 9, 2024Jonluke L.Verified patientVideo visit
Great session
July 25, 2024Amanda B.Verified patientVideo visit
She was genuine, compassionate, and great!
June 16, 2024Amira S.Verified patientVideo visit
Amazing psychiatrist
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Ms. Ben-Agu, has been a tremendous help to me. She is warm and works with you to find a solution. I wish she was a therapist as well because I would see her weekly.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Very good listener & very comforting!
November 15, 2023Sharon J.Verified patientVideo visit
it sure was nice to finally get a doctor after searching and searching a doctor that would listen to you and prescribe you medicines that you need and listen to you
October 18, 2023Jennifer S.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. Ben-Agu is wonderful! She was a great listener and I felt like she really cared about my health and well-being. Looking forward to our next appointment.
September 4, 2023Nicole C.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. Ben-Aug was very compassionate and knowledgeable, I was seen right away at my appointment time. She was very thorough in asking questions to understand my concerns to help me.
August 25, 2023Dawn S.Verified patientVideo visit
I feel like I got someone who would hear me out
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
I would not recommend
July 3, 2023Bojana K.Verified patientVideo visit
Catherine Ben-Agu was direct and took me through the questionnaire on my health. My situation will be monitored. I had a hard time understanding her at first, but this improved. I have some hearing issues as well.
June 9, 2023Kimberly B.Verified patientVideo visit
Gave inappropriate advice for someone with a history of eating disorder. She spoke well but her accent was hard to understand at times.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
I immediately felt at ease and comfortable. She asked me all the right questions and I felt that she truly listened and cared. Her explanation of my diagnosis and prescribed medications was excellent. I highly recommend Dr. Ben-Agu.
May 29, 2023Jennifer H.Verified patientVideo visit
I really feel fortunate to have found Dr Catherine. I’ve been in talk therapy for awhile, but have ptsd and wanted to try medication. Wanting to try it, I still felt intimidated and fearful of it. I felt so much better after one appointment and she reassured me you don’t know until you try. I felt like she was eager to help me and she’s what my healing journey has been missing.
May 12, 2023Michelle D.Verified patientVideo visit
Simply Amazing! ????.
May 1, 2023Alfred K W.Verified patientVideo visit
10/10! I feel so seen and heard after our appointment, she really took my experiences into account when discussing our treatment plan. Having a Dr. who has my best interest in mind and is someone I can work together with towards a solution was exactly what I was looking for!!
April 22, 2023Kristin C.Verified patientVideo visit
This Dr was very funny and kind
April 14, 2023Truc L.Verified patientVideo visit
She was very nice and seems very knowledgeable. My daughter was very comfortable with her and is looking forward to her next appointment with Dr. Ben-Agu!
April 7, 2023Shereja C.Verified patientVideo visit
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What practice does Catherine Ben-Agu work with?
Catherine Ben-Agu works with Grow Therapy.
What are common reasons for patients to see Catherine Ben-Agu?
Catherine Ben-Agu frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychiatry Consultation, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Catherine Ben-Agu on their profile.
What languages does Catherine Ben-Agu speak?
Catherine Ben-Agu speaks English.
How do patients rate Catherine Ben-Agu in reviews?
180 patients have reviewed Catherine Ben-Agu. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.83/5. They have a 4.83/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.94/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.