My Approach to Helping

I have provided psychotherapy in the Westminster/Arvada area since 1998 for adults experiencing Stress and Anxiety related concerns such as Panic Attacks, GAD (Generalized Anxiety Disorder), Phobias (like Agoraphobia and Specific Phobias), PTSD (Post Tramatic Stress Disorder) and Fearfulness. I use a Mindfulness Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach. I also work with individuals experiencing a wide variety of other concerns such as Depression, Grief & Loss, Spirituality, Life Transitions, and Women's Issues. Feel free to check out my website to find the most current dates and information.

Anticipatory Anxiety is not uncommon when considering psychotherapy. Therefore, my counseling environment is geared for relaxation and anxiety reduction so that you can feel safe in getting the help you need.

I am glad to receive your initial contact from this website, but there can be a 24 to 36 hour delay before the email reaches my box from this site. A faster option is to click on the link to my webpage and contact me via the "contact" page. Or you are always welcome to leave me a voice message at 303-947-6847, and I'll get back to you as soon as I can.

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I look forward to hearing from you!

More Info About My Practice

Are you coping with anxiety in a healthy way? Many symptoms can be readily identified and provide warning signs that help you know when it's time to seek help:

*Shaking or Trembling
*Sweaty Palms
*Rapid Heart Beat
*Fear of Having a Heart Attack
*Shortness of Breath
*Increased Blood Pressure
*Panic Attacks
*Generalized Anxiety (Chronic Worry)
*Tunnel Vision
*Fear of Public Places
*Specific Phobias
*Avoiding People or Places
*Lack of Concentration
*Lump in the Throat
*Tightness in the Chest
*Muscle Tension

Theoretical Influences that Guide My Work

I like to focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Based Therapy in order to help individuals recognize their faulty beliefs and unhelpful thinking styles. These techniques also help people learn ways to try to stay in the present moment in order to prevent being stuck in the past or excessively worried about the future.

Be sure to check out my website and blog:
www.mfosterlpc.com
westminstercoloradocounseling.blogspot.com