Michelle Foster (She/Her/Hers)

LCSW
Accepting Clients

LCSW with 10+ years in Social Work, currently offering psychotherapy in NYS. Passionate about helping others heal and grow.

Psychotherapist in Delmar, NY

Services
  • Individual

About My Clients

I work with clients over 18 who struggle with depression, anxiety, adjustment , and stress disorders. I provide a safe and judgement-free space for clients to express their feelings about anything and work on coping skills to better manage their symptoms. My personal goal for you as a client would be to increase your overall level of functioning when dealing with active or new stressors leaning toward resolution.

My Background and Approach

With a heavy MedicaI Social Work background, my focus is the whole person. Interventions that I implement Include: Cognitive Challenging, Exploration of Coping Patterns, Exploration of Emotions, Exploration of Relationship Patterns, Role-Play/Behavioral Rehearsal, Structured Problem Solving, Supportive Reflection, and Symptom Management.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I believe that everyone can change and grow at any time in their lives. I don't believe that there is a limit to human capacity. I think the main reason we develop mental health issues is because they are unhealthy learned behaviors that we have picked up along the way. Which means that I think you can unlearn the faulty behaviors and replace them with healthy ones. I don't discriminate against anyone. I make it a point to participate in all things community action that support the LGBTQ community. If you want to learn more about how I can help, shoot me a message.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Person-Centered (Rogerian)
Other Techniques
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Anxiety Career Counseling Depression
Other Issues
  • Abuse
  • ADHD Therapists
  • Aging Concerns
  • Anger Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment
  • Bipolar
  • Body Image Issues
  • Burnout
  • Career Counseling
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Dissociative Disorders
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief or Loss
  • Historical/ Intergenerational Trauma
  • Immigration/Acculturation
  • Parenting
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Pregnancy and Postpartum
  • Racial Identity
  • Self-Esteem
  • Systemic Oppression Therapy
  • Women's Issues
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Oscar
  • Anthem
  • Optum
  • United Behavioral Health (UBH)
  • Oxford Health Plan
  • Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield
  • Fidelis
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • MVP
  • Oscar Health
  • Blue Cross blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
I offer online counseling in the following states:
I have experience with the following
  • Christianity

At A Glance

  • Experience: 9 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $150 - 200/session

Info

Email Michelle
357 Delaware Ave #254
Delmar, NY 12054

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