Swan Foster N LPC

Living fully as a human being is an enormous task filled with both joys and challenges. Then there are times when we are confronted with events that bring about a deep sense of suffering. These times should not be pushed aside. Instead, we benefit by creating space for our inner experiences-time and space is rarely possible with friends or family, but can be found in a professional therapeutic relationship that encourages and emphasizes turning inwards and working with unconscious and symbolic material.

A Compassionate and Experiential Approach

I believe in the power of a therapeutic relationship built on empathy, trust, and collaboration. My approach to therapy is deeply nuanced and utilizes a variety of modalities, including:

• Jungian Analysis: Explores the unconscious mind and its influence on behavior, dreams, and creative expression.
• Art Therapy: Utilizes artistic mediums as a means of self-discovery, healing, and transformation.
• Clinical Consultations: Offers guidance and support for individuals and professionals grappling with specific challenges.

Areas of Expertise

My clinical experience encompasses a wide range of issues, including:

• Anxiety and Depression: Addressing underlying anxieties and managing depressive symptoms.
• Pregnancy and Childbearing Issues: Supporting women and families through the complexities of pregnancy, childbirth, and parenthood.
• Trauma and Abuse Recovery: Guiding individuals in processing and healing from traumatic experiences.
• Creative and Spiritual Renewal: Facilitating personal growth and artistic expression.
• Grief and Loss: Offering support and guidance through the complex emotions associated with loss.
• Mid-Life Transitions: Helping individuals navigate the physical, emotional, and spiritual changes of midlife.

Collaboration and Growth

I believe in the inherent potential for growth and transformation within each individual. Together, we can:

• Explore the symbolic language of dreams and artistic expression.
• Identify and process unconscious anxieties.
• Develop self-awareness and emotional regulation.
• Discover new ways of relating to oneself and the world.
• Embrace personal growth and achieve lasting change.