Tammy Foster, LCSW
Experienced LCSW for trauma and addiction
- Trauma and abuse
- Addiction and recovery support
- Relationship and family work
About Tammy Foster
Tammy Foster is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 22 years of practice in California, combining clinical therapy, coaching, and counseling expertise. She began her private practice career after spending about 6.5 years working as an addiction specialist, interventionist, and counselor, and at the same time serving as an administrator for an adolescent treatment center in Northern California. That early work helped shape a deep familiarity with substance-related issues and young-person treatment programs, which she later broadened to address many other life challenges.
Over the course of her career she has supported people dealing with depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, career and relationship struggles, parenting and marital concerns, major life transitions, social skill development, grief and loss, substance abuse, and sex addiction. She also brings particular knowledge in codependency and attachment theory, areas she has used to guide many people toward meaningful change. Tammy applies a warm, interactive counseling style that emphasizes strengths and collaboration.
Her clinical approach integrates person-centered and strength-based principles with motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, family systems work, and mindfulness-based techniques. This blend allows her to tailor interventions to each person’s needs while focusing on practical skills and deeper relational patterns. Tammy approaches her work with a commitment to helping people cultivate greater joy, peace, and harmony in their lives and expresses gratitude for the opportunity to support others on their paths toward inner balance and freedom.
Tammy Foster holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, indicating formal licensure and training to provide clinical social work services in California.
Over the course of her career she has supported people dealing with depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, career and relationship struggles, parenting and marital concerns, major life transitions, social skill development, grief and loss, substance abuse, and sex addiction. She also brings particular knowledge in codependency and attachment theory, areas she has used to guide many people toward meaningful change. Tammy applies a warm, interactive counseling style that emphasizes strengths and collaboration.
Her clinical approach integrates person-centered and strength-based principles with motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, family systems work, and mindfulness-based techniques. This blend allows her to tailor interventions to each person’s needs while focusing on practical skills and deeper relational patterns. Tammy approaches her work with a commitment to helping people cultivate greater joy, peace, and harmony in their lives and expresses gratitude for the opportunity to support others on their paths toward inner balance and freedom.
Tammy Foster holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, indicating formal licensure and training to provide clinical social work services in California.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Gottman Method Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Tammy Foster have?
Tammy Foster has 22 years of experience.
Is Tammy Foster a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: CA LCSW 80131.
In which languages does Tammy Foster provide therapy?
Tammy Foster provides therapy in English.
Where is Tammy Foster located?
Tammy Foster is located in California.
How can I work with Tammy Foster as my therapist?
You can work with Tammy Foster through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Tammy Foster work with international clients?
Tammy Foster does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Tammy 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.
Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit for You?
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Licensed professionals provide care through these remote options, and many therapists work with people across different stages of life and challenges. If the fit with one therapist does not feel right, it is generally possible to switch to another therapist to find a better match. Online therapy can make professional support more accessible while preserving the therapeutic focus on meaningful change and coping strategies.