Cathy Foster
LPC
Practical counseling for real-life struggles
- Eating and body image
- Anxiety and stress
- Skill-based therapy
About Cathy
Cathy uses practical, goal-focused methods in sessions. She draws on client-centered ideas to listen and shape goals with each person. She also uses cognitive behavioral techniques to notice unhelpful thinking patterns and build new skills.
Her approach includes elements of dialectical behavior therapy to teach emotion regulation and mindfulness to increase present-moment awareness. Motivational interviewing is used when people want help with change, including substance use or other habits that interfere with daily life.
Cathy brings 14 years of counseling experience to her work. She has worked in mental health settings with people across the lifespan and aims to create a respectful space to talk through worries and make plans that fit real life.
Sessions are offered in a conversational style that focuses on immediate concerns and step-by-step progress. Cathy encourages people to name small goals, try simple strategies between sessions, and revisit what is and isn't working as treatment moves forward.
How Cathy's Approaches Work Online
Cognitive behavioral therapy helps people spot thinking patterns that feed anxiety or low mood and then test new ways of thinking and behaving. Online sessions can focus on practical exercises and homework that fit into daily routines.Dialectical behavior therapy concentrates on emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. Delivered in conversation online, DBT skills coaching teaches concrete tools for handling strong emotions and improving communication.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals and preferences, and together they will try methods that match the client’s needs. Cathy adjusts tasks and pacing so the work fits the person's life and priorities.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Many people find online sessions helpful because they can fit therapy into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and offer easier ways to check in after a challenging day. Online work can also make it simpler to share worksheets and practice skills between meetings.
License and NPI
| LPC | Mississippi · No. 1341 |
|---|---|
| NPI | 1629413992 |
As shown on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.
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Experience
14+ years
Credentials
Mississippi
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does Cathy commonly address?
Cathy works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship and intimacy concerns, addictions, grief, parenting strain, sleep problems, and eating and body-image issues.
What is her therapeutic style like?
She combines a warm, client-centered style with practical techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy to teach skills and change unhelpful patterns.
What kind of experience does she have?
She has 14 years of counseling experience working in mental health settings with children, adolescents, and adults.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Mississippi.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Cathy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.