What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“Couldn’t have asked for a better provider! Usually, the process of finding mental health services can be quite challenging with its many roadblocks like insurance, scheduling availability or even simply not getting along with your assigned nurse.
However, at Foster Minds Psychiatry you will encounter none of these issues! It’s very easy to book an appointment , and you have options for either insurance or an out of pocket payment. Overall, I highly recommend this practice!”
JMLess than 1 month ago
About Lydia Foster
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Lydia Foster
Lydia is the founder of Foster Minds Psychiatry and a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner licensed in Florida. She graduated summa cum laude with a 4.0 GPA from Post University in Waterbury, Connecticut, earning her Bachelor of Science in Nursing, and went on to complete her Master of Science in Nursing as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at St. Thomas University in Miami Gardens, FL.
?Lydia works with adults 18+ experiencing major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety, panic, OCD, PTSD, and bipolar-spectrum conditions. She also supports clients navigating life transitions, work stress, and recovery-focused wellness.
Her approach is practical and outcomes-focused: clear goals, shared decisions, and stepwise plans you can follow between visits. Lydia values coordination with therapists, primary-care clinicians, and specialists to reduce fragmented care and improve results.
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $225 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $125 for 30 minutes
More information on payments and coverage
Foster Minds Psychiatry also offers flexible payment plan options for "self" pay patients to help make treatment accessible and affordable for everyone!
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- St. Thomas University, Master's in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing
- Post University (Bachelor's)
NPI number
1942005947
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Couldn’t have asked for a better provider! Usually, the process of finding mental health services can be quite challenging with its many roadblocks like insurance, scheduling availability or even simply not getting along with your assigned nurse.
However, at Foster Minds Psychiatry you will encounter none of these issues! It’s very easy to book an appointment , and you have options for either insurance or an out of pocket payment. Overall, I highly recommend this practice!
Less than 1 month agoJM
Professional, courteous, and knowledgeable.
Less than 1 month agoJA
Finally something was easy!
February 9, 2026Ellen T.Verified patientVideo visit
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What practice does Lydia Foster work with?
Lydia Foster works with Foster Minds Psychiatry.
What languages does Lydia Foster speak?
Lydia Foster speaks English.
How do patients rate Lydia Foster in reviews?
3 patients have reviewed Lydia Foster. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.