Cathy Foster, LPC

Mississippi LPC specializing in recovery and resilience

CBT and DBT techniques
Compassionate client-centered care
Online session options

About Cathy Foster

Cathy Foster, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor in Mississippi with 14 years of clinical experience helping individuals and families navigate life’s challenges. She draws on a range of therapeutic methods, including client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), mindfulness practices, and motivational interviewing to tailor care to each person’s needs. Her work focuses on practical strategies and insight - supporting people who are facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, relationship and family difficulties, grief, and other concerns related to intimacy, self-esteem, and life transitions.

Foster emphasizes collaborative goal setting and skill building so clients can move from feeling stuck toward renewed perspective and greater well-being. She addresses issues such as body image, codependency, communication and control problems, parenting challenges, anger and impulsivity, infidelity, and coping with major changes like divorce or separation. For those managing mood disorders or substance use she integrates evidence-based techniques with an understanding of each person’s strengths and values.

Cathy invites clients to explore the obstacles that contribute to hopelessness or fear and to discover resources for hope and healing. Her approach values balance across mental, physical, and spiritual dimensions and supports clients in reclaiming a sense of purpose and wholeness.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsDepression

Also Specializes In

Trauma and abuse GriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Additional Focus Areas

Body imageCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessForgivenessImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Cathy Foster have?

Cathy Foster has 14 years of experience in the mental health field.

Is Cathy Foster a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LPC credential. License details: MS LPC 1341.

In which languages does Cathy Foster provide therapy?

Cathy Foster provides therapy in English.

Where is Cathy Foster located?

Cathy Foster is located in Mississippi.

How can I work with Cathy Foster as my therapist?

You can work with Cathy Foster through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Cathy Foster work with international clients?

No. Cathy Foster does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Cathy Foster cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes understanding each person’s experience in their own words and building a supportive relationship so clients feel heard and can explore their goals; it is especially helpful for relationship concerns, self-esteem issues, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering practical tools for anxiety, depression, stress, and many day-to-day challenges. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills, which can be useful for managing intense emotions, impulsivity, and patterns that strain relationships.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Cathy works with clients and licensed professionals to determine which methods best match a person’s needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies over time as progress and priorities evolve. Clients are invited to participate actively in shaping their care so therapy aligns with their life and values.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can occur by video call or phone, or through live chat and text-based messaging, allowing people to receive support from home, during busy schedules, or when travel is difficult. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, fit therapy into daily life, and access consistent work with a therapist despite geographic or scheduling barriers.

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