- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Grief and loss support
About Eloise
Eloise Foster is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Virginia with 12 years of clinical experience. She works with people who are coping with stress, anxiety, family and relationship concerns, grief, and issues with self-esteem. Eloise also lists work related to abandonment, adoption and foster care, caregiver stress, end-of-life concerns, and guilt and shame.
Eloise draws on person-centered ideas to build a straightforward, respectful working relationship. She uses Client-Centered Therapy to listen and help people name what matters most. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help identify unhelpful thoughts and try small experiments to change how those thoughts affect mood and behavior.
Her background includes a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology with a Human Services Counseling minor and a Master of Social Work. She has taught in social work and human services for nearly 20 years, alongside her clinical work. That mix of classroom and practice informs how she explains coping skills and practical steps.
In sessions she focuses on clear conversation about what’s causing distress and what can be tried next. She helps people talk through family conflicts, navigate grief, and address feelings like guilt and shame. Expect short-term practical tools alongside discussion about deeper patterns.
Eloise practices in Virginia and offers services in English. If you want to start, follow the site’s steps to match and book an initial appointment.
How her approaches fit into online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and responding to what the person brings. The therapist focuses on understanding concerns and reflecting them back, which helps people clarify feelings about guilt, family issues, or grief. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts influence feelings and actions. In practical terms this means identifying unhelpful thoughts, testing them, and trying small behavioral experiments to see what changes. CBT is often used for anxiety, stress, and low self-esteem. Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Eloise will collaborate with clients to decide whether to focus more on reflective conversation, CBT exercises, or a combination. That choice is based on the client’s needs, goals, and what feels useful in early sessions. Confirm the session formats before booking since the biography does not list specific online formats. Many people find online sessions help fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Online work can make it easier to practice skills in daily life and then bring observations back to the next appointment.Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Virginia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family problems, grief, and self-esteem. Additional focuses include abandonment, foster care issues, caregiver stress, and guilt and shame.
How does she approach feelings of guilt or shame?
She uses conversation to name the guilt or shame and then uses practical steps to change unhelpful thinking patterns. Sessions mix listening with exercises from CBT to try different responses.
What is her clinical background and experience?
She holds a Master of Social Work and has 12 years of clinical experience plus nearly 20 years teaching in social work and human services.
Where is she licensed and practicing?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Virginia and practices there.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for and how much do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific pricing depends on your selected plan and region.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the site.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.