Dr. Yvonne Foster , LPC

Dr. Yvonne Foster brings more than 25 years of clinical experience providing mental health care to individuals, couples, and families. She emphasizes practical, measurable progress and works to help people identify the concrete changes that will move their lives forward rather than remaining in therapy for years. Her work blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, client-centered humanistic principles, and mindfulness practices to tailor interventions to each person’s needs.

Known for a direct, honest, and genuine style, Dr. Foster combines strong assessment and diagnostic skills with an interactive approach rather than simply listening. Client satisfaction and demonstrable results are central to her practice, and she is forthright about fit if the therapeutic relationship is not working. She has a long history of supporting people on the autism spectrum, including couples, and addresses female medical conditions that affect mental health functioning. In addition, Dr. Foster has ten years of experience in disability services at the college level.

Dr. Foster holds the credential LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, and she applies her training to support work on stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy issues, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting, self-esteem, career concerns, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and many related areas. Her approach is goal-oriented, collaborative, and focused on helping clients make sustainable changes.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Dr. Yvonne Foster integrates several proven approaches to tailor care to each person's needs. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, empathetic environment where the client’s own goals guide the work; it is useful for building self-understanding and strengthening relationships. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps clients identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and is often used for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and practical skills to reduce stress and improve emotional regulation.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Dr. Foster works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. This collaborative process helps shape focused, goal-oriented sessions and supports measurable progress.

Online therapy with Dr. Foster offers flexible access to care through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into daily life, maintain continuity of care across locations, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable. Licensed professionals can deliver effective, evidence-informed treatment in these formats while adapting techniques to each client’s situation.