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Dr. Yvonne Foster, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Yvonne 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 Yvonne. View 40 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Pennsylvania

Recent reviews

Dr. Foster is a great therapist. I came to her at a very difficult time after many years out of therapy. She is a great, no-nonsense, and engaged therapist who helps give direction and clarity rather than head nodding, which is what I want. If I wanted to figure things out by myself, I wouldn't pay a therapist to help me! Thanks, Dr. Yuvonne. I super appreciate you.

Reviewed July 2024

I have had the best experience I have ever had in therapy with Dr. Foster. She has helped me uncover and process childhood and family dynamics that I have been completely unaware of. She is the only therapist who has been able to correctly identify my family system and how it has impacted me in my life. I can easily say she is the best clinician I have ever had. I feel empowered to improve my life in ways that I did not know I needed. Dr. Foster has been inspirational.

Reviewed May 2024

More about Yvonne

  • 25 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC

I have over 25 years of experience providing mental health therapy to individual's, couples, and families. I believe that you should not be in therapy for years, but should be quickly making the changes in your life to get you out of therapy. The goal of therapy is to help you to determine what those changes are and then to help you take the necessary steps to make those changes. My approach to therapy combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and mindfulness.

I am direct, honest, and genuine in the care I provide and consider my assessment and diagnostic skills to be my greatest strength. Client satisfaction and demonstrable results are a priority. I will be the first person to tell you if we are not a good fit. I am interactive and do more than "just sit there and listen." I have a strong background in working with individuals on the Autism Spectrum, including couples, as well as, female medical conditions that impact mental health functioning. In addition, I have 10 years of experience in the area of disability services at the college level.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Intimacy-related issues Depression Addictions LGBT Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Parenting issues Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Coaching ADHD Abandonment Aging and Geriatric Issues Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Blended Family Issues Caregiver issues and stress Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment Issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster Divorce and separation Domestic Violence Drug and Alcohol Addiction Eating and Food-Related Issues Family of Origin Issues Family Problems Hoarding Hospice and End of Life Counseling Infidelity Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Military and Veterans Issues Money and financial issues Mood disorders Obsessions Compulsions and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Polyamory / Nonmonogamous Relationships Postpartum Depression Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and Discrimination Process addiction (porn exercise gambling) Sexual Assault and Abuse Sexual Dysfunction Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young Adult Issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy

Licenses

Dr. Yvonne Foster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528185329.

  • LPC · Pennsylvania · PC001494 · Expires February 2025

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 Dr. Yvonne Foster

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

Overall rating:

5.0

40 reviews

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Dr. Foster is a great therapist. I came to her at a very difficult time after many years out of therapy. She is a great, no-nonsense, and engaged therapist who helps give direction and clarity rather than head nodding, which is what I want. If I wanted to figure things out by myself, I wouldn't pay a therapist to help me! Thanks, Dr. Yuvonne. I super appreciate you.

Reviewed July 2024

I have had the best experience I have ever had in therapy with Dr. Foster. She has helped me uncover and process childhood and family dynamics that I have been completely unaware of. She is the only therapist who has been able to correctly identify my family system and how it has impacted me in my life. I can easily say she is the best clinician I have ever had. I feel empowered to improve my life in ways that I did not know I needed. Dr. Foster has been inspirational.

Reviewed May 2024

Dr Foster’s approach to therapy is unlike any other therapist I had. She is phenomenal for the people who have long term therapeutic experience who need a fresh point of view in a way that challenges them again. She is goal oriented and that goal is to get you to a place you don’t need to talk to her all the time. I would say she is not for the faint of heart but rather for the people that need a new and challenging perspective to how they think and act.

Reviewed March 2024

Dr. Foster is wonderful. She is very knowledgeable. She is the most knowledgeable therapist I have ever had. Hands down one of the best therapists I have ever had. She is wonderful at validating, reassuring, listening, and she provides helpful feedback. She really has helped me re-evaluate things in my life. Dr. Foster’s approach has helped me make changes and think about things in a helpful manner. She is very supportive and the sessions have really helped improve my mental health during a time I really needed it.

Reviewed January 2024

She is amazing down to earth, great discernment and clarity toward changes needed and supportive in the process of that change

Reviewed August 2023

Delivers compassionate care and comprehensive knowledge, definitely recommend being her client!

Reviewed June 2023

Dr Foster was great. Always listened and was always encouraging.

Reviewed March 2023

10 out of 10

Reviewed February 2023

It was remarkable how well Dr. Foster was able to identify my issues and give me affirmative steps towards a better life. For the first time, I feel like I am on the right track due to her guidance.

Reviewed December 2022

dr foster is very loving, warm hearted, and empathetic. i just started with her but she's so wonderful!

Reviewed December 2022

She is very insightful & pragmatic and hones in on areas that I need to strengthen while affirming areas I may not recognizes as strengths.

Reviewed November 2022

Dr. Foster literally changed the direction that my life was going in. She is extremely skilled in what she does and does not beat around the bush. She is straight up and honest with you, even when it's sometimes hard to hear. Because of that, it drives change which is why most of us start therapy. She is compassionate and understanding and is able to introduce you to new ways of thinking about yourself and your past. I could not say enough good things about Dr. Foster. If I had to start therapy again from the beginning, I would without a doubt choose her every single time. She is the best of the best.

Reviewed November 2022

I’ve been with Dr Foster for a little over a year, having not really had therapy before. I didn’t fully understand the things that were holding me back from really growing into the best version of myself, but over time Dr Foster has helped me to realise how my experiences have shaped me, and in working through these things with her she has supported and encouraged me in creating new experiences for myself. I have done so much growth this year, I’ve surprised myself, and I can honestly say that my sessions with Dr Foster have been a huge part of the progress I’ve made.

Reviewed September 2022

The best!

Reviewed September 2022

Dr Foster is a blessing. She shares so much wisdom that she accumulated from years of helping people and gifts it from a place of great care/consideration. Together with Dr. Foster, I’ve grown to wield my current personality characteristics in a way that helps me and see my life/situations from a holistic view. In addition, she has helped me reduce and eliminate ways I have been negatively judging myself and making my life harder for myself. And so much more. I highly recommend Dr. Foster to help you improve the quality of your life. Wishing you two the best!

Reviewed June 2022

She is a very important support in my journey

Reviewed May 2022

To the point. Serious. Listens very well and provides great advice and input. Provides resources as well.

Reviewed March 2022

Awesome therapist, awesome sessions.

Reviewed March 2022

Dr Foster does a great job with my daughter . She offers solutions that my daughter uses every day

Reviewed February 2022

Thank you for being a listening ear and for shedding light on the areas of life that I felt confused and overwhelmed by. You have a tough love approach which I found helped me to really question my beliefs about myself and my circumstances. Thank you!

Reviewed February 2022

She... is the best therapist ever.

Reviewed January 2022

Dr Foster is amazing! Makes sense of how I'm feeling and always offers great advice. Always finish a session feeling positive and hopeful.

Reviewed January 2022

Dr.Foster always brings the conversation full circle to drive home balanced points and views, to help me understand issues I’m dealing with.

Reviewed December 2021

She is absolutely wonderful. She's quick to get to the root of issues, understands my point of view, helps address concerns and triggers, and ultimately is helping me tackle stuff I didn't even realize was wrong. I'm so thankful to have found her. Truly a wonderful person

Reviewed December 2021

Dr. Foster is incredible at her job. She provides helpful insight, tools to help me with my anxiety issues, and is a great listener. I'm very satisfied with her.

Reviewed November 2021

Dr. Foster has been very helpful to me, I would recommend her to anyone struggling with relationship, family, or boundary issues.

Reviewed November 2021

At this point I am comfortable with Dr. Foster. I am looking forward to more sessions with her. Not sure what to expect I am new at letting others into my life...

Reviewed November 2021

Dr Foster gets to the root of every situation in a fast timely manner and is very professional

Reviewed November 2021

So lucky to have met Dr Foster. She is so empathetic and understanding. She can be a shoulder to lean when you need it and gives you a dose of tough love when you need it. She has helped me in all aspects of my life. I can’t recommend her enough

Reviewed November 2021

Dr. Foster has opened my eyes to things that i have been trying to breakthrough to the last 10 years in different therapies. I am so thankful to have met her. She is honest, supportive, kind and makes you feel safe rather than silly for any fears or anxieties you have. I’m excited to see how much more i can grow through my sessions with her. I highly recommend her to anyone!

Reviewed September 2021

Even in just a few sessions Dr. Foster has helped me understand more about my mental needs and their derivatives. If you need assistance, I would highly recommend her.

Reviewed August 2021

Dr. Yvonne is the first psychologist that I truly feel I’ve connected with. With just the first few sessions I already see differences in my anxiety levels and my perception of the world around me. She is understanding and remembers little details. Highly recommend.

Reviewed August 2021

I've spent 40 + years looking for the right Dr. to help me understand and find peace with my PTSD. Dr. Foster has been - by far - the most exceptional & insightful therapist with keen observations and practical advice on how to proceed when walking through agonizingly, historical emotional landmines. Dr. Foster's wise counsel and clear wisdom has changed my jagged viewpoint from the murky lens with which I have tearfully looked through for decades. Thank You Dr. Foster for helping me find peace and understanding.

Reviewed August 2021

Dr. Foster is everything I've been looking for in a therapist and more. She's a warm and compassionate listener, but also able to challenge me when I needed it. I feel confident that she understands me and my goals, and how to help me reach them. I'm genuinely looking forward to our next session!

Reviewed August 2021

She is a wonderful support

Reviewed August 2021

Amazing judgment free human being. Really has helped me brush myself off from a very rough spot in life. We were able to move through things like my history efficiently! Highly recommend!

Reviewed July 2021

Dr. Foster is really fantastic. She tells you what actually will work for you and listens you quite patiently and emphatically. She's pretty good in nurturing when it's about your personal independence and empowerment.

Reviewed June 2021

She understands all aspects of counseling

Reviewed April 2021

:) very friendly and helpful

Reviewed April 2021

I’ve been to many therapy sessions in my life and so far the few I’ve had with Dr Foster are the best I’ve ever had. I felt an instant connection,. Dr. Foster clearly has the skills and expertise to help me, and she has a kind and caring approach. I feel very fortunate to have been paired up with her.

Reviewed April 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Yvonne Foster offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Dr. Yvonne Foster 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 Dr. Yvonne Foster speak?

Dr. Yvonne Foster speaks English.

How many years of experience does Dr. Yvonne Foster have?

Dr. Yvonne Foster has 25 years of experience.

Where is Dr. Yvonne Foster licensed to practice?

Dr. Yvonne Foster is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania.

Does Dr. Yvonne Foster accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Dr. Yvonne Foster accepts 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 Dr. Yvonne Foster offer?

Dr. Yvonne Foster offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness Therapy.

How can I communicate with Dr. Yvonne Foster?

Dr. Yvonne Foster 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 Dr. Yvonne Foster?

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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