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Kayann Foster

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Kayann Foster, LPC, LMHC

Washington

Licensed counselor - Addictions and Trauma

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  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

About Kayann

Kayann Foster is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Washington with five years of experience. She works with people facing addictions, trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression, grief, stress, self-esteem issues, and parenting challenges. She also addresses career concerns, relationship difficulties, and compassion fatigue.

Kayann uses straightforward conversation and practical steps. She focuses on noticing unhelpful thoughts and habits, then testing different ways of responding. Sessions are session-oriented and aim to build skills people can use between meetings.

Her approach draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, client-centered methods, and motivational interviewing. That means she helps clients identify patterns that keep problems going, sets small goals, and checks progress together. She also uses solution-focused and trauma-focused techniques when they fit the situation.

Kayann keeps plans concrete. She helps people make brief, doable changes and measures whether those changes help. For issues like addiction or postpartum depression, she works to break big problems into manageable steps and to strengthen motivation for change.

People who prefer direct, structured sessions may find this style useful. Kayann asks about what currently works and what doesn’t, sets clear short-term goals, and reviews results. To start, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session to see if the fit feels right.

How her approaches translate to online sessions

Kayann uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot patterns of thought and behavior that worsen anxiety or depression, then practice alternative responses. Client-Centered Therapy guides how she listens and reflects, helping people clarify goals and priorities. Motivational Interviewing is used to boost readiness for change and set concrete next steps for issues like addiction or career shifts.

Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. She will collaborate with each person to choose approaches that match goals and preferences, and will adjust techniques if something isn’t working. The focus is on practical steps and measurable progress rather than fitting a single method to every problem.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people use remote sessions to fit therapy into work breaks, reduce travel time, or choose shorter check-ins when needed. Online meetings can also make it easier to keep momentum between appointments by simplifying scheduling and letting clients use brief sessions for focused skills practice.

Areas of expertise

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

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she typically address?

She helps people with addictions, trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression, grief, parenting issues, stress, self-esteem, career and relationship difficulties.

How would she describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is direct and structured. She focuses on recognizing unhelpful thoughts and testing new responses through short-term goals.

What experience does she bring?

She has five years of professional experience working with clients on addiction, trauma, motivation, and related concerns.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She holds LPC and LMHC credentials and practices in Washington.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

She is not accepting international clients at this time.

How are sessions paid for and priced?

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

What are the first steps to begin?

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

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