Yves Foster
I'm Yves Foster, a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia with over 13 years of experience in behavioral health. My professional background includes individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, clinical assessment, and behavioral health care coordination.
I believe meaningful therapy begins with listening, understanding each person's unique experiences, and respecting their individual needs and goals. My approach is to meet clients where they are, without judgment or assumptions, and work together toward meaningful growth and change.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, life transitions, and other challenges that can affect emotional well-being. My approach to therapy is collaborative, practical, and individualized. I believe effective therapy begins with understanding each person's experiences, circumstances, and goals rather than making assumptions about what they need. I strive to provide an environment where clients can speak openly, examine patterns in their lives, develop greater self-awareness, and explore meaningful changes at their own pace. I offer individual therapy through secure telehealth services to adults throughout Georgia.
First session
Our first session is an opportunity for us to get acquainted and begin understanding what brings you to therapy. We'll discuss your current concerns, relevant personal history, and what you hope to accomplish. I'll ask questions to better understand your experiences while giving you space to share at your own pace. We'll also review what you can expect from therapy and begin identifying goals for our work together. My priority is establishing a collaborative therapeutic relationship built on trust, respect, and open communication.
Strengths
I bring a combination of clinical experience, attentive listening, empathy, and practical problem-solving to my sessions. I believe in meeting clients where they are, taking time to understand their experiences without judgment or assumptions. My approach is collaborative and thoughtful, balancing supportive listening with meaningful questions that encourage self-reflection and personal growth. I work to help clients identify patterns, recognize their strengths, and develop practical strategies they can apply in everyday life.
Ideal clients
My ideal client is an adult navigating life's challenges and seeking a space to better understand themselves, their experiences, and the circumstances affecting their well-being. They may be experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, stress, or significant life transitions. Some may have clear goals for therapy, while others may still be exploring what they need. I welcome both. My approach is collaborative and individualized, focusing on helping clients identify patterns, recognize personal strengths, develop practical coping strategies, and build the skills needed to navigate life's challenges with greater confidence and self-awareness.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients understand how their thoughts, feelings, and actions can affect one another. During our sessions, we'll talk through situations that have been challenging, explore the thoughts and reactions that come up, and consider different ways of approaching those situations. Together, we'll work on developing practical tools to manage stress, navigate difficult emotions, and respond to life's challenges in healthier ways. My goal is to help you build skills that you can use both during therapy and in your everyday life.
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
I use this approach to help clients understand that difficult thoughts and feelings are a natural part of life, but they don't have to determine what happens next. During our sessions, we'll explore what matters most to you, how you've been responding to life's challenges, and what you might want to do differently. Together, we'll work on ways to handle difficult experiences while continuing to make choices that support the life you want to live.
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Virtual sessions
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- GeorgiaLicense LPC010397