What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
About Shelly Foster
Focus areas
Codependency
Life Transition
Self-Harm / Injury
Coping Mechanism Development
Peer Relationship Struggles
Work-Related Counseling
LGBTQ+ Counseling
Personality Disorder
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Attachment-based
Culturally Sensitive
Coaching
Dialectical (DBT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Emotionally Focused
Identity
Gender
FemaleEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Shelly Foster
Hi there, I'm Shelly!
You have taken a big step to start therapy. I know it can feel somewhat frightening. I am here to walk with you on your journey by providing a safe, non-judgmental space for you to deal with life's challenges. I work to customize each session to meet the unique needs of the individual I am working with. I encourage you to reach out when you are ready to begin. I look forward to meeting you soon.
My approach
I believe each person is multi-dimensional and has their own reasons for seeking therapy. Therapy should be a partnership between the client and therapist. I take an eclectic approach to therapy, pulling from multiple models: Cognitive Behavior, Dialectical Behavior, Solution Focused, Trauma Focused, Mindfulness, Emotionally Focused, and Mindfulness. With this in mind, I believe the most important thing in therapy is the relationship between the client and therapist. This needs to be based on trust. I will work to provide you with a space where you will feel heard, respected, safe, and where you can just be you. I customize my therapy to the unique needs of the individual.
My focus
My background in therapy is diverse. I have worked with young adults who were homeless in a large urban setting, provided in-home family therapy in rural Wisconsin, worked in a community-based mental health clinic, and in a large hospital. What I have found at the end of the day is that all people just want to live their best lives. This may mean working on anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, relationship issues, or life transitions.
My communication style
I believe in open communication. I can be direct, however, I always want you to feel like you can disagree with me or let me know if I have missed something. I welcome this. I want this to be a non-judgmental and safe space where you can face life's challenges.
My journey to mental healthcare
I became a therapist after many years working in corporate America. I went back to graduate school to be able.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- University of St. Thomas, Master's in Social Work
NPI number
1881934164
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What practice does Shelly Foster work with?
Shelly Foster works with Rula Health - Minnesota.
What are common reasons for patients to see Shelly Foster?
Shelly Foster frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Shelly Foster on their profile.
What languages does Shelly Foster speak?
Shelly Foster speaks English.