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Kayann Foster

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Kayann Foster, LPC, LMHC

Washington

LPC, LMHC - Addictions and Trauma

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About

  • Addictions support
  • Trauma-focused work
  • CBT and solutions

About Kayann

Kayann Foster is an LPC, LMHC licensed in Washington with five years of professional experience. She helps people manage addictions, trauma and abuse, stress, anxiety, parenting strains, grief, and relationship concerns. The list also includes issues like self-esteem, career changes, anger, depression, and compassion fatigue.

She uses practical conversation to identify what feels unhelpful and what could change. Sessions focus on clear steps people can try between meetings, and on understanding how past events affect current reactions. Kayann draws on methods that support motivation, problem solving, and trauma recovery.

The work tends to be straightforward and goal-oriented. Clients set priorities together and track small changes over time. The therapist mixes reflective listening with hands-on techniques from cognitive behavioral and solution-focused work to shift thoughts and behaviors.

Kayann also addresses related themes such as codependency, drug and alcohol addiction, guilt and shame, immigration stress, isolation, and issues that often affect men and women at different life stages. She notes experience with postpartum depression, pregnancy and childbirth concerns, and young adult adjustments.

Her approach emphasizes collaboration and practical progress. People who want clear steps and a conversational style that connects feelings to everyday choices may find this approach helpful. Before booking, confirm the current session options and formats that are offered.

How sessions work

How her approaches translate to online work

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting so clients can find their own answers. In practice this looks like open conversation about what matters most and the therapist following the client's lead to clarify goals.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thoughts and patterns, then tests small behavior changes. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress by breaking problems into clear steps and homework tasks.

Motivational Interviewing supports people who feel stuck about change. It uses focused questions and gentle reflection to strengthen willingness and plan first steps toward recovery or healthier habits.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Kayann will collaborate with each person to pick methods that match their goals, needs, and comfort level. That selection can change as progress is made.

The original profile does not specify which session formats are offered online, so confirm the current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a day, shorten commute time, and allow quieter, focused check-ins that suit a work break or a tight schedule.

Areas of focus

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefParenting issuesAnger managementDepressionCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

CodependencyDrug and alcohol addictionForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesIsolation / lonelinessMen's issuesMidlife crisisMulticultural concernsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

5+ years

Listed in

Washington, Oregon

Languages

English

Questions

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does she help with at home?

She supports adults dealing with addiction, trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, parenting strain, relationship stress, and related issues such as codependency and guilt.

How would you describe her way of working?

She uses a practical, conversational style that combines listening with concrete steps. Techniques include work on thoughts and behaviors and brief solution-focused tasks.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has five years of professional experience working with the concerns listed in her profile.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She holds the LPC and LMHC credentials and practices in Washington.

Does she work in other languages or with international clients?

Sessions are offered in English and she does not accept international clients at this time.

What session formats are available?

The original profile does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.

How does payment work and what does it cost?

Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin if I want to work with her?

Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

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Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is in danger, use the crisis numbers.

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