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.
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
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.
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
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, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Dr. Yvonne Foster
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
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.
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.
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.
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.
She is amazing down to earth, great discernment and clarity toward changes needed and supportive in the process of that change
Delivers compassionate care and comprehensive knowledge, definitely recommend being her client!
Dr Foster was great. Always listened and was always encouraging.
10 out of 10
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.
dr foster is very loving, warm hearted, and empathetic. i just started with her but she's so wonderful!
She is very insightful & pragmatic and hones in on areas that I need to strengthen while affirming areas I may not recognizes as strengths.
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.
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.
The best!
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!
She is a very important support in my journey
To the point. Serious. Listens very well and provides great advice and input. Provides resources as well.
Awesome therapist, awesome sessions.
Dr Foster does a great job with my daughter . She offers solutions that my daughter uses every day
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!
She... is the best therapist ever.
Dr Foster is amazing! Makes sense of how I'm feeling and always offers great advice. Always finish a session feeling positive and hopeful.
Dr.Foster always brings the conversation full circle to drive home balanced points and views, to help me understand issues I’m dealing with.
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
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.
Dr. Foster has been very helpful to me, I would recommend her to anyone struggling with relationship, family, or boundary issues.
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...
Dr Foster gets to the root of every situation in a fast timely manner and is very professional
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
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!
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.
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.
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.
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!
She is a wonderful support
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!
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.
She understands all aspects of counseling
:) very friendly and helpful
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.
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.
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