What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.96
Average wait time
4.96
Bedside manner
4.98
“If you’re looking for someone who will listen and give you genuine realistic advice then book with Dr. Ozella Barnes. She doesn’t listen just to tell you what you want to hear but she listens to see how she can help you get to your place of healing and wholeness.”
Mercedes H.March 24, 2026Video visit
“Ozella is very engaging, she gets to know you as a person, she's honest and give great feedback as well as assignments. I'm excited for our next session even when I know she's going to give me the truth regarding things I can improve on. I trust her and have never felt more comfortable with any other therapist. Wonderful experience.”
monikeya G.February 24, 2026Video visit
About Dr. Ozella Barnes
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Dr. Ozella Barnes
Greetings Beautiful People... I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years of direct service experience helping people who have experienced significant pain and trauma in their lives. I describe myself as a straight talk, no chaser kind of clinician who uses compassion with honesty to help confront the difficult things that keep us stuck in unhealthy patterns in our lives.
The goal is to heal from the inside out... gaining insight and understanding to help you develop skills to achieve the long-term growth and change you want to achieve in your life. I understand that life can be messy and I'm here to help!
In addition to my clinical experience, I am also a civil rights advocate for marginalized populations, including the elderly and LGBTQ. I have a solid educational foundation with a PsyD in Clinical Psychology (2004) and a Master’s in Clinical Psychology (1996), both from Wheaton College. I have a passion for working with people who have experienced out-of-home care (i.e., residential and group homes, emergency shelters, and crisis care), as well as those in underserved and impoverished communities.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Wheaton College, PsyD in Clinical Psychology
Awards and publications
- Licensed Clinical Psychologist, EPPP
NPI number
1972998748
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.96
Wait time
4.96
Bedside manner
4.98
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Dr. Barnes is amazing. She makes the session patient friendly, listens with passion and gives a very positive perspective.
August 26, 2023Joel D.Verified patientVideo visit
Supportive, kind, and full of guidance Dr. Barnes helped me to meet my needs and learn so much about myself!
April 13, 2023Diana W.Verified patientVideo visit
Very relatable and make you feel super comfortable. She is good at her job and I look forward to seeing her again.
March 3, 2020Initials hidden
She's truly an amazing therapist. She's guided me through the now difficult time in my life and I'm so grateful??
February 12, 2021Lola A.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. Barnes actively improves my life every time we interact. I am a better person for having her as a therapist.
May 19, 2020Rebecca M.Verified patient
So happy I met her . She is very nice and compassionate. I have no complaints at all. I will be returning .
October 21, 2019Rykia N.Verified patient
Very personable. Made me feel comfortable right out the gate! Looking forward to my next appointment!
More than 1 year agoBria B.Verified patient
Dr. Barnes is absolutely wonderful! She is honest, patient, and thoughtful. Would highly recommend!
More than 1 year agoKarina E.Verified patient
Dr. O is laid back, easy to talk to and just a genuine person. I highly recommend.
June 21, 2023Rhonda K.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. Barnes is direct and I needed this in a therapist. Very happy thus far!
January 8, 2024Krystal H.Verified patientVideo visit
She was awesome. Easy to connect with. I immediately felt at home during my first visit.
More than 1 year agoDonna B.Verified patient
Straight forward and honest. Makes you feel like friend not patient. Great personality.
July 8, 2020Mckinley J.Verified patient
Great listener. Makes you feel very comfortable and lets you talk your heart out.
December 27, 2020Zara K.Verified patientVideo visit
She makes you feel secure and trusting in sharing your feelings and thoughts.
September 5, 2019Initials hidden
Love her!!!! Felt so comfortable with our session already booked another one
February 12, 2019William M.Verified patient
Well needed session. Dr. Barnes actively listens and gives sound advice.
March 28, 2022La Shana T.Verified patientVideo visit
Wonderful, she made me feel so comfortable. I will definitely be going back
December 10, 2019Initials hidden
I had a great session with her, I differently will be seeing her again
June 3, 2019Autry T.Verified patient
Just amazing and I leave with such positive vibes.
December 20, 2023Joel D.Verified patientVideo visit
It’s was a great visit. Already scheduled my next appointment.
February 12, 2019Initials hidden
She's truly the best there is. So thankful for her.
July 14, 2020Rebecca M.Verified patient
If you’re looking for someone who will listen and give you genuine realistic advice then book with Dr. Ozella Barnes. She doesn’t listen just to tell you what you want to hear but she listens to see how she can help you get to your place of healing and wholeness.
March 24, 2026Mercedes H.Verified patientVideo visit
Ozella is very engaging, she gets to know you as a person, she's honest and give great feedback as well as assignments. I'm excited for our next session even when I know she's going to give me the truth regarding things I can improve on. I trust her and have never felt more comfortable with any other therapist. Wonderful experience.
February 24, 2026monikeya G.Verified patientVideo visit
I’ve been seeing Dr. Barnes for 5 years. She has truly helped through so many changes, occurrences, and everyday life. She will tell you like it is, but also laugh and mourn with you. I’m lucky to have found her. Highly recommend!
Less than 1 year agoKarla L.Verified patientVideo visit
First visit but already felt extremely comfortable! I am so relieved because it is always hard to find a good fit with a therapist. It truly felt like a safe space.
January 21, 2025Janel A.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. Ozella Barnes is a kind, compasionate doctor that really cares about her patients. I am just beginning my healing journey, so I have a long way to go. Howevere, after one session with Dr. Barnes, I feel like I am in good hands. I highly recommend her to anyone that is going through a tough time.
August 20, 2024Ki KVerified patientVideo visit
It is always a joy to talk with Dr. Barnes. Her perspectives are on point with care and clarity. She really listens to what you are expressing to her in the session. I lover her smile and bubbly spirit.
November 17, 2023Joel D.Verified patientVideo visit
My 1st session with Dr Barnes went extremely well. I didn't feel like I was speaking to a stranger. I think this will be a good fit for me, moving forward.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
By far this was one of the most relaxing and comfortable sessions. Our conversation was not one sided and she didn't past any judgment. Asked very good questions that was related to our session. She took the time to get to know me and didn't just go straight into the problem. The Dr. was clear in our objectives and made me stay focus with our conversation. I would highly recommend any one that is having any concerns or issues seek her out....
April 17, 2023Michael H.Verified patientVideo visit
She gets to the gut. And personally I prefer the raw truth. Not always what I WANT to hear however, it’s always what I NEED to hear. And I walk away wanting to look at it…whatever “it” is that’s keeping me up at night.
She helps make the situation clear enough to become palatable. So my heart and mind can digest the truth of where I am in order to move forward in creating where I desire to be.
I truly enough working with Dr. Barnes to expose my shadow selves. Those parts of me that create chaos to feel seen because I try so hard to ignore them. She helps me see them…accept them…and live with the reality of my whole humanness, shadows and all.
???? #HighVibrations
March 16, 2023Kellye J.Verified patientVideo visit
Purely Awesome!
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
great
August 15, 2022Autry T.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. Barnes is one of the best therapists I have ever seen! She is knowledgeable, kind, friendly, and a clear communicator. She really helped me open up and view some of my issues in a new way, and honestly, made therapy fun! She challenged me in a lot of ways which is what I really need in a therapist!
February 3, 2022Claire R.Verified patient
Dr. Barnes doesn't a great job at listening and helps you to understand your feelings, habits, woes and thoughts. I think I would have been in a dark place without her. She helps keep me level headed and understanding. I recommend her to everyone I know. She is truly amazing at her job.
December 21, 2021La Shana T.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. O always seems to drop jewels of wisdom and say a little nugget that helps me to view my situation completely differently. I really appreciate her helping me navigate a tragedy in my life. I always feel lighter and proud of myself for centering my self-care after I speak with her. She is the best therapist that I have experienced and is fantastic. I really don’t want to rave too hard because it will make it harder to get an appointment but she is worth the wait.
August 25, 2021Sherry L.Verified patientVideo visit
Really feel the progress we’ve been making. Therapy of tough but soo happy to have found a safe space to work through all my stuff!
April 29, 2021Bria B.Verified patientVideo visit
Awesome!
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
I’ve been seeing Dr. Barnes for a few weeks now, and I couldn’t be happier! Always on time to our virtual sessions and will take your lead if you want to have small talk or dive right in from the start. She not only listens to you and provides great feedback, she also asks really thoughtful and helpful questions throughout the session. She makes you really think about what you’re feeling and going through to understand your issue before working with you to find a solution that works. She also isn’t pushy about using pills and respects your POV on what types of solutions you want to find. If you’re looking for a therapist, I couldn’t recommend anyone else more!
March 19, 2021Ali A.Verified patientVideo visit
Awesome, understanding, helpful.
March 16, 2021Mckinley J.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. Barnes is really honest and supportive. I highly recommend her services if you want to see your situation more clearly and begin the process of change.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
One of the best Dr’s I’ve ever had and have.
December 21, 2020Troy E.Verified patientVideo visit
Extremely knowledgeable and skilled therapist.
September 21, 2020Lola A.Verified patient
Dr. Barnes is very personable and warm. I know I’m talking to someone I can trust to help me grow instead of coddle me. She will tell it like it is and call things to your attention and I need that to help me. Very high demand! And I can see why.
September 5, 2020Heather S.Verified patient
Very insight and very patient.
July 7, 2020Christina W.Verified patient
Very open and friendly. The conversation was fluent and didn’t feel like i was talking to a complete stranger. I can’t wait for my next session.
July 6, 2020Alisha H.Verified patient
If you're like Lt. Daniel Kaffee and "you can't handle the truth!" then Ozella isn't the doctor for you. She was telling it like it is within five minutes of our session. I, sometimes, don't want to handle the truth, but I think the only way to actually grow is to confront whatever your truth is. I have been trying therapy for about 2 years now and Ozella is the third therapist I have gone to. My other two therapists were both very nice and I did benefit from those sessions, but I sought out someone who I felt could confront me on my BS and that's exactly what I got. I've only had one session so far, but it was seriously TRANSFORMATIVE, y'all. I felt like she just got it right away and was ready and willing to have the tough conversations with me that I need. I am looking forward to what I think is going to be a real opportunity for me to really get to the bottom of my issues because I'm confident she will identify them, confront me on them, and hopefully helps me resolve them.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
She tells it like it is! If you aren’t ready to hear the truth and process it, find someone else. She really wants you to succeed in every aspect of your life. I highly recommend her!
June 8, 2020Amber P.Verified patient
Simply amazing. Start to finish every visit
More than 1 year agoLa Shana T.Verified patient
Amazing as always
May 22, 2020Initials hidden
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What practice does Dr. Ozella Barnes work with?
Dr. Ozella Barnes works with Wellman Psychology.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Ozella Barnes?
Dr. Ozella Barnes frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, Marriage Counseling, Psychotherapy, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Ozella Barnes on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Ozella Barnes speak?
Dr. Ozella Barnes speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Ozella Barnes in reviews?
464 patients have reviewed Dr. Ozella Barnes. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.96/5. They have a 4.98/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.96/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.