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Michelle Foster

Therapist(She/ Her/ Hers)
8 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Maternal mental health, PTSD
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I am a Clinical Social Social worker with a seasoned background in Medical Social work. I am passionate about helping adults reclaim their peace, clarity, and confidence. I specialize in working with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, postpartum challenges, and other mood-related concerns.

My approach to therapy

What sets my practice apart is the warmth and intentionality I bring to each session—whether virtual or telephonic. With a rich professional background and strong para-language communication skills, I foster a safe, supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and gently challenged in ways that promote growth. Using a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach, I help you unpack unhelpful thought patterns, develop practical coping tools, and build a life that feels more aligned and empowered.

What you can expect from me

I believe therapy is more than symptom relief—it's about self-discovery, healing, and learning to live with purpose and power. If you’re ready to explore what’s holding you back and take actionable steps forward, I’d be honored to support you. My goal for my clients would be to increase your overall level of functioning when dealing with active or new stressors leaning toward resolution.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Warm, Challenging, Empowering

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    8 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at State University of New York, Albany, BA (Bachelor of Arts) at State University of New York at Albany
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New York, Georgia)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Devoted Health Medicare Advantage, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Humana Medicare Advantage, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Maternal mental health, PTSD
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Stress management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, Trauma
  • Therapy methods
    Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Strength-Based, Cognitive Processing (CPT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English