- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions support
- CBT and DBT methods
About Jeffrey
Jeffrey Foster is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in Washington with 40 years of experience. He works with adults on stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family issues, and other life challenges. He also addresses depression, trauma and abuse, parenting concerns, anger, career questions, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and ADHD.
Jeffrey takes a client-centered approach that treats the person, not just the problem. He listens for strengths and practical options, then helps people try approaches that fit their situation. Sessions focus on clear, achievable steps rather than technical jargon.
He uses techniques drawn from cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy to build coping skills and manage intense emotions. He also uses existential ideas to help people clarify values and direction. For relationships he draws on Imago relationship methods to improve communication and repair connection.
Jeffrey aims to make sessions direct and useful. He encourages people to bring real-life examples from work, school, friendships, and home so they can practice new ways of handling stress and conflict. He explains tools plainly and checks in on how they work between sessions.
People often come with the pressure of starting careers, moving away from home, or feeling behind after school. Jeffrey helps young adults untangle decisions about relationships, jobs, money, identity, and coping after big changes. He supports each person in figuring out next steps that are realistic for their life.
How Jeffrey blends therapy methods for online work
Client-centered therapy starts by listening to each person's story and building on existing strengths. It helps people describe what matters to them and choose steps that fit their life. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and practicing different behaviors to reduce anxiety, manage mood, and handle work or school stress. Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and communication skills useful for intense feelings and relationship strain.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Jeffrey collaborates with each person to try methods and see what helps. He will discuss goals, preferences, and what feels doable, then adjust techniques as progress is reviewed together.
The biography does not specify which session formats are offered, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy days, avoid travel, and check in from a quiet place between classes or shifts. Some formats require less bandwidth or no camera and can suit shorter check-ins or people who prefer audio only. Talk with him when scheduling to pick the practical arrangement that best fits your routine.
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Experience
40+ years
Listed in
Washington
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he work with?
He helps with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family issues, depression, trauma, parenting, anger, career concerns, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, ADHD, and related topics.
How would you describe his therapy style?
He uses a client-centered style that focuses on strengths and practical steps, alongside CBT, DBT, existential ideas, and Imago relationship techniques as appropriate.
How long has he been practicing?
He has 40 years of professional experience working with adults on a wide range of challenges.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LMFT licensed in Washington and sees clients from that state.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
The biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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