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Heather Foster(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, LCAT
New York
Attachment issues- LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics- Life transitions-Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)- Relationship issues- Trauma-
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Professional statement

Heather Foster is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), verbal psychotherapy, couples therapy, and creative arts therapies. She specializes in working with teens, adults, and couples in areas related to anxiety, depression, and PTSD/C-PTSD; sexuality and gender; substance use; parenting; and dynamics occurring in relationships.

Heather’s approach is relational, person-centered, collaborative, and LGBTIA+ affirming. Heather invites compassion, curiosity, and openness into sessions so that clients can gain insight into their patterns, make meaning of their experiences, and live more fully in the present.

Through utilizing therapies that incorporate and expand beyond conventional talk therapy, Heather's clients are able to see the benefits of emotional, cognitive, creative, and body-based processes, which when blended together, enhances people's ability to engage in emotional regulation, learn new behaviors, and develop more secure and responsive attachments. Over time, this practice can help people lean more into the present moment, develop feelings of openness, and engage with the brain and body's natural desire to move towards healing.

Heather’s sessions are held virtually via Zoom and in-person in downtown Brooklyn. She is available for a free 15 minute phone consultation to discuss themes related to reasons for seeking therapy, as well as discussing details like scheduling and billing.


Message to clients

Finding the right fit in a therapist is so important. Research shows that how a person views the connection they have with their therapist is as important, possibly even more important, than the type of therapy that the therapist practices.

I have been told that my therapy style is compassionately direct while also being gentle, encouraging, and curious. I am committed to walking with my clients on their unique journeys. If you think that we might be a good fit, please feel free to reach out. I look forward to connecting with you.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 7 years

Private Practice, Psychotherapist, 2021 - Present
Harris and Long Psychotherapy, Psychotherapist, 2021 - 2024
New Directions Alcohol and Substance Abuse Treatment Center, Art Therapist/Primary Counselor, 2018 - 2022
Brooklyn Center for Psychotherapy, Psychotherapist, 2019 - 2022

Institute for Music and Consciousness, Music and Imagery: Levels 1 and 2, 2025
William Alanson White Institute, Couples Therapy Training, 2022
Center for Excellence in EMDR Therapy, EMDR, 2021
New York University, M.A. Art Therapy, 2018
University of Iowa, M.F.A, 2007

Licensure

New York: 002434-01

Languages

English

Specialties

Attachment issues - Development of effective relational and communication skills; insight into family attachment patterns;fostering healthy family relationships.

LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics - Exploring topics of sexuality, gender, and identity; coping with discrimination and oppression; navigating relationship, family, and cultural challenges

Life transitions - Coping with difficult or impactful life changes, such as moving to a new area, relationship transitions, child rearing, or career changes; learning self-care to better manage resulting stress

Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) - Healing painful experiences and memories from the past

Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Couples
  • Teenagers (13-18)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

Heather Foster is not in-network with any insurances.

Read about the benefits of seeing an out-of-network provider here.


Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$275 (50min)
  • Sliding scale:$250 - $275
  • Initial session:$275 (50min)
  • Couples sessions:$350 (55min)

Additional session information

Payment options
  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
  • Venmo
  • Zelle
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly
  • Multiple times a week
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