Ronishia Foster, MHC-LP

I've always been passionate about helping people on their life's journey. As is well known, life always entails struggle, but I have learned that there is beauty within the struggle. I’m confident that every person has the ability to overcome life’s obstacles and I believe that no one should ever feel as though they must do it alone. Seeking therapy can be an overwhelming and intimidating experience, particularly when we are going through the most trying times in our lives. However, as your therapist, I am here to guide and support you at every stage of the therapeutic process. My strategy is based on providing a warm and secure environment for you to process your deepest emotions, thoughts and experiences while promoting growth and healing. I take great satisfaction in my natural ability to establish deep connections with my clients that are founded on compassion, trust and respect. With the use of evidence-based therapeutic interventions, I will help you identify your individual strengths to develop the skills and tools you need to achieve your personal goals and for you to obtain fulfillment and healing in your life.

Specialties

Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, Behavioral Disorders, Trauma Recovery, Childhood/Adolescent Issues, Life Transitions, Stress Management, Crisis Management, Relationship/Family Issues, Domestic Violence

Finances

Private Pay Rate $125+

In-Network with Northwell Direct

In-Network with Aetna &1199SEIU

In-Network with Cigna

NYSHIP and Other Insurances, Out Of Network

Qualifications

MHC-LP: License #18-P133465-01 (New York)

About Me

I am a Mental Health Counselor in the state of New York as well as an active member of the American Counseling Association. I obtained my MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Southern New Hampshire University and my BS in Psychology from Morgan State University.

My professional background entails working in settings including the foster care system, homeless shelters, in-patient psychiatric hospitals and private practice. Along my journey, I have worked closely with those impacted by a variety of mental, emotional and behavioral health conditions like anxiety, depression, mood disorders, childhood behavioral disorders, trauma, and domestic violence along with serving a population range from children, adolescents and adults.

Client Focus

Children 5+, Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults, Couples, Families

Communities

LGBTQIA+ Allied, Foster Care Support, Sexual Abuse/Domestic Abuse Survivors, Racial/Minority Justice

Treatment Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Informed/Trauma Focused Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Strengths-based, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).