What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
4.92
Bedside manner
5.00
“Dr. Foster’s intuitive feedback is unique and helps to unearth and explore deeply-held beliefs and programming. She takes the time to listen to her patients thoroughly. I’ve already recommended her to my friends.”
DCMore than 1 year ago
“Dr. Foster is terrific. She is kind and personable. Super intuitive. She's an incredible listener and asks just the right questions. I come out of her sessions understanding myself better, knowing what I want, and feeling more empowered.”
NTMore than 1 year ago
About Erin Foster
Focus areas
Adult Psychotherapy
Co-founder Therapy
Anxiety
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Burnout
Family Therapy/ Marriage Therapy
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Families
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Seniors (65+)
Groups
Treatment approaches
Adlerian
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
Dialectical (DBT)
Coaching
Existential
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Erin Foster
Founder therapy and family dynamics counseling for entrepreneurs, CEOs and multigenerational families.
Building a company, or inheriting one, changes what happens at home. Founders come to me for burnout, co-founder conflict, the isolation of being the one in charge, and the toll success quietly takes on a marriage. High-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth families come for what rarely gets said out loud: sibling conflict over the family business, succession and inheritance tension, a rising generation without direction, prenup and blended-family strain, and substance use that has been managed in private for years.
I've worked inside these rooms for decades: executive coaching for Fortune 500 leaders, psychological consulting for the entertainment industry, and family dynamics consulting for multigenerational family offices.
Expect discretion, direct feedback and a clear plan. I see individuals here; for co-founder pairs, couples and whole-family work, ask about Kinfort, my family dynamics practice.
What should a new client know about working with you?
My clients are founders, executives and members of a family-business or family-office enterprise. I'm warm, but I'm direct: I'll tell you what I see, including the patterns that are costing you at work and at home. Everything stays confidential.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Our first session maps the whole picture: you, your relationships, the business and the family system around it. Within the first few sessions I'll share my read on what's driving the problem, a treatment plan and what progress should look like. Founders usually work weekly on burnout, leadership pressure, co-founder conflict and relationships. When the issue lives in the family system, such as succession, inheritance, sibling conflict or a struggling adult child, we may bring in a partner, co-founder or family members for joint sessions.
Erin Foster, CCS, LMFT is not in-network with any insurances
It’s common for mental health providers to be out-of-network. Many insurance plans offer out-of-network coverage, so you may get partially reimbursed. Learn more
Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $400 for 50 minutes
Ongoing session: $400 for 50 minutes
More information on payments and coverage
All services are billed at the standard rate.
Payment: Clients are expected to pay for services at the time they are rendered.
A superbill will be supplied to submit to your insurance for reimbursement.
Office locations
Erin Foster, CCS, LMFT also offers online video visits for patients
Dr. Erin Foster / Kinfort (2 of 2)
2309 Pacific Coast Hwy, Ste 104, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Argosy University, EdD in Psychology
- Phillips Graduate University, Master's in Co-Occurring Disorders
- Pepperdine University (Bachelor's)
Professional memberships
- California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists
NPI number
1720236540
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
4.92
Bedside manner
5.00
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27 reviews
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As a practicing therapist, Dr. Foster is one of my main sources when I have need to refer a client to an outside therapist.
More than 1 year agoMC
Felt seen and heard. She got right to the heart of the issue. Highly recommend
More than 1 year agoBarbara S.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. Foster’s intuitive feedback is unique and helps to unearth and explore deeply-held beliefs and programming. She takes the time to listen to her patients thoroughly. I’ve already recommended her to my friends.
More than 1 year agoDC
Dr. Foster is terrific. She is kind and personable. Super intuitive. She's an incredible listener and asks just the right questions. I come out of her sessions understanding myself better, knowing what I want, and feeling more empowered.
More than 1 year agoNT
Dr. Foster was immediately able to recognize and label the specific events I was contending with. She provided tools and an accesible plan for mitigating the the hurdles I was facing, over the long term. Knowing she has my back for check ins and accountability is really key. She was also able to advise me on processes to help my kids so I could manage my own mental health while supporting my kids.
More than 1 year agoLR
Erin was an incredible therapist and I am so grateful for the years I spent in sessions with her. She is warm, inviting, and always facilitates a productive yet challenging conversation! Would recommend her to anyone seeking therapy!
More than 1 year agoSS
Dr. Erin Foster got me through one of the worse times in my life, I was going through what felt like hell to me at that time and I don’t know if I would’ve made it if I hadn’t met her. What I really liked about my close to 1 year sessions was that she is not only brilliant as in she would teach me the “science” behind a lot of human actions/behaviors but she is also very spiritually gifted. She created such a safe space for me to dig into some of my deepest feelings, memories, fears. I grew and healed so much during this time. She was a big support system through my sons custody case and kept me sane, strong through our sessions. When my friends tell me about bad experiences with their therapist/therapy I always say they don’t have the right one. Because my experience was amazing, and became such an advocate for mental health among my family and friends.
I still miss her to this day and will be forever grateful for helping me get through a very dark time in my life!!
More than 1 year agoIP
I absolutely love Dr. Foster. She really listens and help you unfold all the knots that need to be straightened out in your life. She became someone I counted on to be able to re focus.
More than 1 year agoLC
Dr. Foster truly expresses a desire to see me become successful in my treatment. She makes me feel comfortable enough to share anything and everything with her, she doesn't act like she is perfect but just wants to help make me better a person. Dr. Foster is open-minded and demonstrates a strong willingness to solve my problems
More than 1 year agoSB
Dr Foster is an excellent counselor, she always gets me to process and work out my problems! She is very patient, and attentive
More than 1 year agoJW
Dr. Erin Foster has been an amazing! Her unwavering support, genuine care, and dedication to my progress are truly commendable. It's clear that she's made a significant positive impact in my life, and continues to do so.
More than 1 year agoJC
Dr. Foster is an exceptional therapist, and it's very apparent that she takes a personal interest in her clients. Her caring and compassionate approach helped me process some deep prior trauma... and move beyond it in a healthy and natural manner. I am extremely grateful for her support over the past two years.
More than 1 year agoTS
I have been a client of Dr. Foster for 16 years. Erin is an empathetic therapist that gives you true, real guidance and advice that can impact your life profoundly in a positive light. She has helped me throughout my adolescent years into adulthood and through issues of death, addiction, and co-parenting / martial issues. She hits every box for an amazing therapist. I couldn't recommend her enough for anyone in any avenue of life.
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What practice does Erin Foster work with?
Erin Foster works with Dr. Erin Foster /Kinfort.
Where is Erin Foster's office located?
Erin Foster has 3 office locations, including in Markleeville, Malibu, and Hermosa Beach, view full addresses on Erin Foster's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Erin Foster?
Erin Foster frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, Marriage Counseling, Psychotherapy, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Erin Foster on their profile.
What languages does Erin Foster speak?
Erin Foster speaks English.
How do patients rate Erin Foster in reviews?
21 patients have reviewed Erin Foster. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.92/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.