Ornella Hegbe, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Ornella is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Ornella is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in District of Columbia
More about Ornella
- 3 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I take a strength-based, solution-focused, and person-centered approach to therapy. I work with clients using evidence-based interventions such as CBT, Narrative Therapy, Bibliotherapy (poetry), Motivational Interviewing, and Gestalt techniques. I emphasize culturally aware and sensitive communication, while offering optional “homework” to help you build skills and independence outside of sessions. My goal is to foster resiliency, provide gentle redirection, and support lasting growth.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-focused
- Strengths-based
Licenses
Ornella Hegbe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1467155275.
- LCSW · District of Columbia · LC200001570 · Renews September 2027
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Ornella Hegbe offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Ornella Hegbe 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 Ornella Hegbe speak?
Ornella Hegbe speaks English.
How many years of experience does Ornella Hegbe have?
Ornella Hegbe has 3 years of experience.
Where is Ornella Hegbe licensed to practice?
Ornella Hegbe is licensed to practice in District of Columbia.
Does Ornella Hegbe accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Ornella Hegbe 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 Ornella Hegbe offer?
Ornella Hegbe offers clients Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Ornella Hegbe?
Ornella Hegbe 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 Ornella Hegbe?
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.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.