As a licensed therapist in South Carolina with three decades of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals through complex life challenges. My practice focuses on addressing depression, anxiety, trauma, and addiction, with a compassionate approach to healing. I have extensive expertise in working with young adults, caregivers, women's issues, and older adults experiencing life transitions.
My therapeutic approach centers on understanding each person's unique journey, helping clients navigate communication challenges, family dynamics, and personal growth. I bring deep empathy and professional insight to support individuals dealing with posttraumatic stress, codependency, and substance use challenges.
I am committed to creating a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their experiences, develop resilience, and move towards meaningful personal transformation. My goal is to walk alongside you, offering guidance and support as you work through life's most challenging moments.
Additional areas of focus: Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Aging and geriatric issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Communication problems, Drug and alcohol addiction, Family of origin issues, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused Therapy
SC LISW-CP 9647
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for L M (Loretta) Hartley-Bangs. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Loretta Hartley-Bangs is a very good therapist to work with.
Written on May 27, 2025 after therapy with L M (Loretta) for 4 years and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
My go to when I need to recalibrate!
Written on Apr 29, 2024 after therapy with L M (Loretta) for 6 months on issues concerning depression, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
She’s like talking to my best friend’s mom. I was considering quitting therapy before coming to her as I just could never get the words out that I wanted to and left sessions feeling exhausted. Now, Loretta knows exactly how to ask questions that get me talking naturally and helps me come to my own resolutions without losing all energy. I genuinely enjoy therapy now because of her.
Written on Mar 23, 2023 after therapy with L M (Loretta) for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Loretta is so insightful! I have had so many aha moments while talking with her. She is very calm and patient. I am so glad to have found her !
Written on Sep 22, 2022 after therapy with L M (Loretta) for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and coping with life changes
Loretta has been absolutely amazing. Sometimes she's just listening and affirming my feelings and other times she's asking questions and making me look into myself in ways I hadn't thought of. I always leave our sessions feeling better.
Written on Nov 30, 2021 after therapy with L M (Loretta) for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
Loretta creates a welcoming and non-judgemental safe space.
Written on Sep 13, 2021 after therapy with L M (Loretta) for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety