- CBT methods
- Mindfulness practice
- Autism spectrum support
About Yvonne
Dr. Yvonne Foster is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) in Pennsylvania with 25 years of clinical practice. She works with adults on common struggles such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, addiction, grief, parenting concerns, career questions, ADHD, and life transitions. She also lists experience with LGBT concerns and bipolar disorder.
Her approach blends Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness Therapy. She aims to help people identify concrete changes and take the steps needed to reach those goals, rather than remaining in long-term therapy without clear progress. She describes herself as direct, honest, and interactive rather than passive in sessions.
She emphasizes assessment and diagnostic skills as a clinical strength and will be clear if the fit is not right. Her background includes substantial work with people on the autism spectrum and experience addressing female medical conditions that affect mental health. She also spent a decade working in college disability services.
Sessions focus on practical steps, skills, and strategies drawn from CBT and mindfulness, together with a client-centered stance that values the person's perspective. Typical work includes setting goals, practicing new behaviors, and checking progress between meetings.
Dr. Foster accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English. Her practice is based in Pennsylvania and she holds the LPC credential in that state.
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening to the person's concerns and valuing their perspective. It helps when someone needs space to clarify what matters most and to set personal goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns. CBT is useful for anxiety, depression, and everyday coping skills. Mindfulness Therapy introduces simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and increase moment-to-moment awareness; it often pairs with other methods to manage stress and mood.Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, try techniques, and adjust the plan based on what helps. That collaborative approach means the methods can shift as issues change or new priorities emerge.
The biography does not specify session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a student schedule, a new job, or busy days because they remove travel time and can allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people practice skills in the settings where they live and work, then discuss what did or did not work at the next meeting.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, addictions, grief, parenting concerns, career questions, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and related topics.
What is her therapy style like?
She uses a blend of Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness Therapy and describes her style as direct and interactive.
How much experience does she have?
She has 25 years of experience working in mental health, including a decade in college disability services and substantial work with people on the autism spectrum.
Where is she licensed and located?
She is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) licensed in Pennsylvania and practices there.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and the practice accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
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