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MD, LCPC

Loretta Collins (Begg), MD, LCPC

  • Experience4 years
  • LocationMaryland
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Addictions
  • Therapy approachesClient-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About Loretta

Loretta Collins (Begg) transitioned into clinical mental health after a long career in sales, bringing real-world perspective to her work as an MD and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Maryland.

Background and approach

She trained in counseling to challenge stigma around psychological health and now draws on four years of direct clinical experience supporting people with mood disorders, trauma, substance use and co-occurring conditions. Her background includes work with clients experiencing PTSD, major depressive disorder, eating disorders, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and addiction-related concerns.

She blends cognitive behavioral techniques with a client-centered stance, emphasizing collaboration rather than a one-sided therapeutic model. That collaborative approach shapes how she addresses stress, ADHD, compassion fatigue, anger, and career-related struggles, as well as related issues such as codependency, body image, and caregiver stress.

Loretta aims to normalize conversations about mental health and to help clients develop practical strategies alongside deeper self-understanding. Sessions are tailored to individual needs and focus areas, with attention to measurable coping skills and empathetic support.

Approaches and Online Options for Working Together

Client-centered therapy emphasizes the client's perspective and the therapeutic relationship, inviting people to lead the pace and topics of work while the therapist offers empathy and reflective feedback to support growth and self-understanding. This approach is helpful for those seeking a respectful, collaborative environment to explore personal values, identity, and emotional patterns.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. It offers structured tools and exercises for addressing symptoms of anxiety, depression, impulsivity, and some ADHD-related challenges, helping clients develop practical coping strategies and measurable goals.

Finding the right combination of approaches is part of the collaborative process. The therapist works with each client to determine whether a more skills-based CBT focus, a relational client-centered stance, or a blend of both best fits their needs, goals, and preferences during online work.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for scheduling and makes it easier to maintain continuity of care despite busy lives. These formats allow licensed professionals to deliver interactive skill-building, check-ins, and ongoing support in ways that fit varied routines and comfort levels.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Loretta commonly address?
She works with a range of issues including stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, depression, anger, and ADHD, plus related areas like body image and caregiver stress.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach combines client-centered therapy with cognitive behavioral techniques, focusing on collaboration and practical coping strategies tailored to each person's needs.
What is her professional experience?
She has four years of clinical counseling experience and a professional background that includes supporting people with substance use disorders and co-occurring diagnoses such as PTSD and mood disorders.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
The therapist holds MD and LCPC credentials with licence details MD LCPC LC12064 and practices in Maryland.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
In what formats are sessions offered?
Clients can meet via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are involved in beginning therapy?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseBipolar disorderDepression

Also works with

Anger managementCareer difficultiesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Body imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesControl issuesDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityMidlife crisisMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Experience

4+ years

Licensed

Maryland

Languages

English

What Loretta can help with

Loretta Collins (Begg) works with clients on stress and anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, and depression.

Loretta works with people suffering from substance use disorders and other dual diagnoses, including PTSD, MDD, eating disorders, bipolar disorder, and anxiety.

How Loretta approaches therapy

Loretta's clinical approaches include Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

Experience and training

Loretta is an MD practicing in Maryland, with 4 years of clinical experience.