Healing one's psychological pain can be a beautiful, rewarding journey, but can also be difficult to navigate alone. I approach my role as a therapist to be that of a psychological comrade and guide through the depths of suffering and healing. I specialize in depression, anxiety, mood regulation, grief,post-crisis recovery, dreams/nightmares, and life transitions. I work with ages 12+. I have worked as an individual and group therapist for 4.5 years and with my background in crisis therapy, I have a special affinity for working with clients who are navigating BIG emotions. My approach is relational, existential, somatic, experiential and Jungian.

I specialize in working with active-duty military, veterans, first responders and their families. I also work with those who wish to find meaning, recovery and integration after trauma.

Call for a FREE 20 MINUTE CONSULTATION. My emphasis is in two areas: (1) Helping people overcome GRIEF and LOSS (perhaps a DIVORCE or DEATH of a loved one); and (2) CHRONIC PAIN Release. The loss may be of a spouse, relative, friend, pet; or the loss of a parent to dementia or entering a care facility; the loss of one's own independence, freedom or mobility due to natural aging. Counseling can also be very effective in releasing CHRONIC PAIN. Many times chronic pain develops or continues due to emotional stressors. During counseling we can identify what stressors could be causing your pain. In many cases, pain that was once attributable to a solely medical cause or had no diagnosable onset, continues or is pronounced by unperceived emotional, stress-related issues, FEARS, ANXIETY. Yes, the pain is real NOT imaginary. I am here to help.

Are you searching for a new approach to old problems? Do you wonder what your dreams might be telling you? Are you at a crossroads?

As Jungian Analyst and art psychotherapist, I offer solid and creative approaches for difficult emotions and unconscious material. While there are many techniques to "get at issues", it has been shown that the right therapeutic relationship is the most healing factor. Developing a trusting relationship where we can explore your inner landscape with commitment, curiosity and creativity can be a life changing experience.

For over 25 years, I have worked with a range of challenging emotional issues, including grief, depression, anxiety, and trauma. I offer short and long-term analysis and psychotherapy. I also have a special interest in women's issues and life transitions. www.swanfoster.com