I am Loretta Hartley-Bangs and I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker in Clinical practice in South Carolina.
My career in social work began over 30 years ago as a medical social worker in a community hospital. My practice moved into
Behavioral Health and Chemical Dependency and I have been fortunate to work on inpatient behavioral health units as well as
outpatient programs. In addition to my clinical work I have been an adjunct professor of social work, teaching in both undergraduate
and graduate programs.
My practice has afforded me the opportunity to work with individuals, families, couples and groups from diverse backgrounds. My perspective and practice is
informed by an understanding of systems and families. This enables me to understand the individual and the impact of their own system or family.
I understand the courage it takes for an individual or family to seek help and respect the level of readiness of each person.
Specialties:
Chemical Dependency
Trauma
Mood disorders
Groups
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, Post-traumatic stress, Women's issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused Therapy
SC LISW 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.
I have been meeting with Loretta for a few years now and she has been very helpful and understanding.
Written on Feb 05, 2024 after therapy with L M (Loretta) for 2 years and 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
Loretta was the person I needed! She listens and responds with helpful words and actions. She made me feel comfortable from day 1… she will be my go to whenever the need arises. I appreciate the person she is. Thank you Loretta!
Written on Nov 02, 2023 after therapy with L M (Loretta) for 4 weeks 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