Michelle Foster

Michelle Foster

LCSW, MSW, Licensed Clinical Social Worker · 10 years in practice

Jonesboro, Georgia · Telehealth and Phone sessions

My style: warm, direct, challenging

“Welcome! I'm glad you're taking the first step in your journey.”

I help adults navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, relationship challenges, postpartum concerns, and everyday stressors.

Fees
$200 per sessionSliding scale available
Session format
Telehealth, Phone sessions
Languages
English
Experience
10 years in practice
Licensed in
New York
Insurance and payment
Self-Pay / Out of NetworkSliding ScaleAetnaBlue Cross Blue ShieldCignaUnitedHealthcareOptumHumana
Show all 16Kaiser PermanenteAnthemOscarOxfordMedicareMedicaidCarelonOut of Pocket

About Michelle

I help adults navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, relationship challenges, postpartum concerns, and everyday stressors. My approach is compassionate, culturally responsive, and tailored to the individual—creating a space where you can feel heard, gain clarity, develop practical tools, and move toward meaningful, sustainable change.

My approach

My approach is warm, collaborative, and person-centered. I primarily use CBT while integrating other evidence-based techniques to meet your individual needs. Together, we'll explore patterns, build practical coping skills, and use your strengths to create meaningful change. I strive to make therapy feel safe, authentic, supportive, and judgment-free.

About me

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker passionate about helping adults feel heard, understood, and empowered. I bring warmth, authenticity, compassion, and a culturally responsive perspective to therapy. I especially enjoy supporting women, working professionals, and individuals navigating life transitions, stress, and emotional challenges.

More background

Work history

Changing Perspectives Therapy · Self-employed Psychotherapist Oct 2021 - Present Remote Skills: Negotiation · Communication · Conflict Resolution · Therapeutic Crisis Intervention · Motivational Interviewing · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Psychotherapy · Teamwork · Customer Service · Public Relations · Community Outreach · Time ManagementSkills: Negotiation · Communication · Conflict Resolution · Therapeutic Crisis Intervention · Motivational Interviewing · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Psychotherapy · Teamwork · Customer Service · Public Relations · Community Outreach · Time Management

DRN COUNSELING AND CONSULTING SERVICES · ContractDRN COUNSELING AND CONSULTING SERVICES · Contract Aug 2021 - Apr 2023 United States • Complete Psychosocial intake assessments with referred clients in capital region via telehealth . • Develop treatment plan and provide individual and/or group therapy via telehealth. • Utilize treatment modalities most appropriate for clinical diagnosis based on assessments and subsequent collateral data. • Provide case management services as needed to maintain client safety and well-being.• Complete Psychosocial intake assessments with referred clients in capital region via telehealth . • Develop treatment plan and provide individual and/or group therapy via telehealth. • Utilize treatment modalities most appropriate for clinical diagnosis based on assessments and subsequent collateral data. • Provide case management services as needed to maintain client safety and well-being.…see more Skills: Negotiation · Communication · Conflict Resolution · Therapeutic Crisis Intervention · Motivational Interviewing · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · PsychotherapySkills: Negotiation · Communication · Conflict Resolution · Therapeutic Crisis Intervention · Motivational Interviewing · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Psychotherapy.

Wellnite · ContractWellnite · Contract sychotherapist Aug 2021 - Sep 2021 · 2 mosAug 2021 - Sep 2021 · 2 mos California, United StatesCalifornia, United States

Cornerstone Mobile Counseling Psychotherapist Mar 2020 - Aug 2021 Remote • Complete Psychosocial intake assessments with referred clients in capital region via telehealth . • Develop treatment plan and provide individual and/or group therapy via telehealth. • Utilize treatment modalities most appropriate for clinical diagnosis based on assessments and subsequent collateral data. • Provide case management services as needed to maintain client safety and well-being.• Complete Psychosocial intake assessments with referred clients in capital region via telehealth . • Develop treatment plan and provide individual and/or group therapy via telehealth. • Utilize treatment modalities most appropriate for clinical diagnosis based on assessments and subsequent collateral data. • Provide case management services as needed to maintain client safety and well-being.

Albany Medical Center Medical Social Worker Aug 2017 - Nov 2020 Albany, New YorkAlbany, New York Float Licensed Medical Social Worker with duties including but not limited to: initial assessments, bedside counseling, discharge planning, placement referrals, community service coordination, family meeting coordinating, and mandated reporting. Manage a case load of over 22 patients with various medical and psychiatric complications in an acute setting.

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Specialties

AnxietyDepressionStressGrief and LossRelationship IssuesFamily ConflictParentingSelf EsteemAnger ManagementMood DisordersPersonality DisordersPostpartumLife TransitionsCareer Counseling
Show all 21Coping SkillsCodependencyBehavioral IssuesRacial IdentityWeight LossWomen's IssuesAging and Geriatric

Types of therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)Person-CenteredMotivational InterviewingEmotionally Focused (EFT)Trauma FocusedCoachingChristian CounselingCulturally SensitiveGroup Therapy

Who Michelle works with

Ages
Adults, Elders (65+)
Communities
BIPOC, Black / African American, First Responders, Christian, Single Parents
Languages
English

Education and training

Master of Social Work in Social Welfare, University at Albany, 2017

Michelle Foster is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Jonesboro, Georgia. Specializes in anxiety, depression, stress and grief and loss. Telehealth, Phone sessions · $200 per session. License verified with the Georgia Composite Board of Professional Counselors, Social Workers and Marriage and Family Therapists on October 8, 2026. Identity matched to the federal NPI Registry on October 7, 2026.

Frequently asked questions

What does Michelle specialize in?

Michelle Foster specializes in anxiety, depression, stress and grief and loss.

Is Michelle licensed?

Yes. Michelle Foster holds an active Licensed Clinical Social Worker license in Georgia, verified with the Georgia Composite Board of Professional Counselors, Social Workers and Marriage and Family Therapists on October 8, 2026, and their identity was matched to the federal NPI Registry on October 7, 2026.

Does Michelle offer telehealth or in-person sessions?

Michelle Foster offers telehealth and phone sessions.

Does Michelle take insurance?

Michelle Foster accepts Self-Pay / Out of Network, Sliding Scale, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Optum, Humana, Kaiser Permanente, Anthem, Oscar, Oxford, Medicare, Medicaid, Carelon and Out of Pocket. Confirm your specific plan when you reach out.

Does Michelle take Aetna?

Michelle Foster lists Aetna among the insurance and payment options accepted. Confirm your specific plan when you reach out.

How much does a session with Michelle cost?

Sessions with Michelle Foster are $200 per session. A sliding scale is available based on need.

Where is Michelle located?

Michelle Foster is based in Jonesboro, Georgia, and also offers telehealth.

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