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Loretta Brown, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Loretta is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Loretta. View 29 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in North Carolina

Recent reviews

Loretta has been so wonderful. I was so nervous about taking on the task to find a therapist, and I feel like I got so lucky to be matched with her. I feel like I’m just talking to a family member, she makes me feel so comfortable and at ease - no judgment!

Reviewed June 2024

I have an amazing therapist that can relate to me and make me feel heard

Reviewed May 2024

More about Loretta

  • 25 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

You've made a courageous step! Seeking out therapy is an admission that your ready to make changes in your life. It can be a scary decision. Seeking out help for life challenges can be a guide and safe place to help build you and stabilize you. Keep moving forward, you are on the right track.

Welcome to Better Help, my name is Loretta Brown. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a wealth of experience in mental health treatment. I obtained my MSW in 1992 from Hunter College School of Social Work. Upon completing graduate School, I began my career working in mental health providing psychotherapy to children, adolescents, family and adults.

My 25 years of experience goes over and beyond the work I’ve done in mental health clinics, psychiatric hospitals, child welfare agencies, home health and hospice care. Today I have my own private practice providing behavioral health services, working with youth, adults and families. I specialize in providing evidence-based treatments such as cognitive behavioral treatment, solution focus therapy, emotion-focus therapy and mindfulness therapies. I have a relaxed and liberal approach, allowing you to be expressive in your needs, aiding you to bring clarity to your current life situation.

My goal is to help you re-imagine your life, by letting go of thoughts and behaviors that undermine you. I strive to allow a renewed and fulfilled you to emerge. My extensive skills and experience in therapeutic approaches have brought forth a vast amount of client success. I look forward to working with you and observing the change that will bring hope and resilience.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Family conflicts Depression Coping with life changes LGBT Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Grief Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Adoption and foster care Blended family issues Caregiver issues and stress Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Domestic violence Family of origin issues Family problems Mood disorders Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Loretta Brown's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1467634329.

  • LCSW · North Carolina · C012210 · Expires May 2026

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Loretta Brown

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

29 reviews

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Loretta has been so wonderful. I was so nervous about taking on the task to find a therapist, and I feel like I got so lucky to be matched with her. I feel like I’m just talking to a family member, she makes me feel so comfortable and at ease - no judgment!

Reviewed June 2024

I have an amazing therapist that can relate to me and make me feel heard

Reviewed May 2024

This is my third time, checking in and Loretta has been my go to for assistance for the last 4 years,

Reviewed May 2024

Loretta Brown understands me and sees me when I am in a session with her. I have many strategies to help myself.

Reviewed September 2023

Loretta listens carefully and supports me, but she also challenges me. She helps me create and focus on goals for myself.

Reviewed February 2023

Loretta is a competent, attentive, and very helpful therapist. Whenever we have a session (which I should make a point to schedule more often), but whenever we do talk, she’s extremely helpful.

Reviewed February 2023

Highly recommend! Thoughtful, patient, honest, and respectful therapist. Weekly sessions for about a year and I have literally turned my life around, tackling several interrelated issues over the course of treatment. Grateful!

Reviewed November 2022

So thankful for Loretta and all she has done for me so far in therapy!

Reviewed November 2022

Absolutely phenomenal, she has changed my life for the better!

Reviewed November 2022

Loretta has helped me on my journey of healing…words truly can’t express how grateful I am to her. Loretta is empathetic, caring, and very professional. I cannot recommend her highly enough.

Reviewed September 2022

I just am really getting started with Loretta but so far so good. I like that she will keep it real with you. Listen to you. ask you questions that make you really have to be honest with yourself if your ready for change. I like sessions so far she gives you worksheets to respond to that gives you a little more clarity too. She’s great!

Reviewed September 2022

She is very good to work with

Reviewed July 2022

Loretta educates as well as listen. She is amazing and on point!

Reviewed June 2022

She’s like the cool aunt that you can tell anything to. Talking to her feels like you’re just venting and/or gossiping but then she gives you great advice, boosts you up with affirmations, and gives you realistic goals that aren’t overwhelming

Reviewed June 2022

Loretta is phenomenal and had helped me so much on my journey of healing.

Reviewed May 2022

Loretta has been the biggest gift to me and my family. She has helped me work through many different negative cycles that I have enabled in my relationships. Loretta set the framework to allow me to see my areas of growth and shared strategies to achieve it. I am so thankful for her leadership and wisdom!

Reviewed November 2021

Positive/Optimistic, straight forward, focused, great listener, gives productive feedback. Highly recommend!

Reviewed November 2021

I have only had two sessions with Loretta so far, but she has been really great and I look forward to continuing to work with her. She has made transitioning back into therapy easy and on my terms. She has already pushed me to do better and feel better in my every day life.

Reviewed April 2021

She’s awesome! I would definitely want to talk with Loretta again!

Reviewed April 2021

I have been working with Loretta for a few weeks now. Her personality is bubbly and inviting. She is a straight shooter but in a respectful way. I really enjoy speaking with her and I am looking forward to our sessions for many weeks to come. Highly recommend!

Reviewed January 2021

Loretta is a very knowledgable therapist. She has a lot of experience and is able to relate to me and my experiences. She has helped me think about problems from other's perspectives; helped bring out my self confidence; and has made me a better partner. I am glad to have Loretta by my side during this pandemic!

Reviewed January 2021

I started seeing Loretta in May. I was at a point of not knowing what to do to choose to live a life I wanted. A life that I loved and wanted to live. Through working with Loretta for 5 months my life has improved to the point that I want to continue to heal the things that block me from true happiness. I have worked hard for it and love that i am challenged and find clearer ways to understand what I feel and how I react. The view through emotions is different. I'm allowed to be myself and feel so embraced and empowered through my journey with my counselor. She is truly the counselor I prayed for. I thank her for her dedication to me. It's true, we inspire each other and that is exactly what I needed. Someone that listens to me and my own opinion of things and then offers me challenges for me to see myself though the right (my)lense, not through others. She is such an asset to my self healing journey. I certainly am blessed by having her on my team and cheering for me. I have such gratitude in my heart.

Reviewed November 2020

She is really great. I enjoy our sessions and glad she’s able to communicate with me!

Reviewed September 2020

Ms Loretta has been phenomenal, I wish I didn’t have to change counselors when I move. She has a very welcoming tone but doesn’t pull any punches when offering solutions and addressing the things she observes.

Reviewed August 2020

I really like Miss Loretta. We have a really good dynamic and she's really helpful when it comes to my bipolar disorder. She's helping me cope with that as well as the end of my marriage. She's wonderful and I would recommend her in a heartbeat!

Reviewed August 2020

Loretta is very understanding and extraordinarily helpful. She listens, validates, and asks the important questions that nobody else does. She gives sound, effective advice. I’m extremely grateful for her metaphors, examples, and expertise.

Reviewed July 2020

Loretta is phenomenal!!! She has opened my eyes to so much about myself and my relationships with family and loved ones. Her skills are amazing and I love how she makes me feel at ease about the topics we cover. Loretta is a God send and I am grateful to have her as my counselor.

Reviewed July 2020

You are a gift to the world! Thank you!!

Reviewed June 2020

I am glad to have found someone who can understand my background.

Reviewed May 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Loretta Brown offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Loretta Brown 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 Loretta Brown speak?

Loretta Brown speaks English.

How many years of experience does Loretta Brown have?

Loretta Brown has 25 years of experience.

Where is Loretta Brown licensed to practice?

Loretta Brown is licensed to practice in North Carolina.

Does Loretta Brown accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Loretta Brown 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 BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Loretta Brown offer?

Loretta Brown offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Loretta Brown?

Loretta Brown 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 Loretta Brown?

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.

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