Kelly Foster
Novato,CA
Summary
Dynamic MFT Trainee at Center for Somatic Psychotherapy, skilled in somatic modalities and multi-cultural counseling. Achieved significant client progress through trauma-informed care and collaborative goal setting. Passionate about fostering self-care strategies and mindfulness practices, empowering clients to embrace their wellness journeys with confidence and resilience.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
MFT Trainee
Center for Somatic Psycotherapy
San Francisco, CA
09.2023 - 01.2025
- Provided individual psychotherapy to adult clients, integrating body awareness, trauma-informed care, and other somatic modalities.
- Conducted intake assessments, documented sessions in compliance with HIPAA standards (SOAP notes), and created treatment plans.
- Provided psychotherapy to a broad base of clients with various lived experiences, such as cultural and sexual identities, marginalization, disordered eating, mental abuse, and mood disorders.
- Maintained accurate records of client sessions, diagnoses, treatments, outcomes, and progress notes under agency policies.
- Collaborated with individual and group supervisors to instill a strong standard of care for clients from a legal and ethical standpoint.
- Participated in weekly supervision case presentations and trainings to receive and provide feedback to enhance the client experience for a client-centered approach to care.
Pilates Instructor
Novato Pilates
Novato, CA
02.2018 - 08.2021
- Guided clients in developing awareness, strength, and breathwork to enhance physical and mental wellness.
- Encouraged clients to set realistic objectives while helping them stay motivated throughout their journey.
- Designed custom-tailored workout plans to help clients reach fitness goals.
- Designed personalized programs supporting physical rehabilitation, stress management, and body awareness.
Owner, Holistic Health & Wellness Coaching Service
Kelly Foster Wellness
Novato, CA
09.2015 - 05.2018
- Supported long-term behavior change by providing ongoing guidance throughout the duration of a program or plan.
- Connected individuals with resources in the community such as fitness classes or support groups related to specific conditions.
- Educated clients on the importance of making healthy food choices based on their personal dietary goals.
- Assisted clients in understanding the connection between mind-body balance and wellness through discussions about life purpose and self-care practices.
- Developed individualized nutrition and lifestyle programs tailored to each client's needs and preferences.
Education
Master of Arts - Somatic Psychology
California Institute of Integral Studies
San Francisco, CA12-2024
Bachelor of Arts - English
Lewis & Clark College
Portland06-1992
Skills
- Somatic Psychotherapy
- Self-Care Strategies
- Boundary Setting
- Client Goal Setting
- Collaborative approach
- Multi-cultural counseling
- Client Advocacy
- Psychoeducation
- Anxiety Management
- Mindfulness-Based Practices
- Trauma-Informed
Accomplishments
Emerging Black Clinicians Fellowship, CIIS since 2022
Affiliations
California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists
Additional Courses and Certifications
From Trauma to Dharma (Hakomi Institute), 6/2020
ITT Pilates Certification, 2018
Reiki I, 2018
Institute for Integrative Nutrition, 2014 - 2015
San Francisco Culinary Academy, 2004 - 2005
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
MFT Trainee
Center for Somatic Psycotherapy
09.2023 - 01.2025
Pilates Instructor
Novato Pilates
02.2018 - 08.2021
Owner, Holistic Health & Wellness Coaching Service
Kelly Foster Wellness
09.2015 - 05.2018
Master of Arts - Somatic Psychology
California Institute of Integral Studies
Bachelor of Arts - English
Lewis & Clark College
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