Kyja Foster, PsyD, LP
My specialties:
- Psychology
Professional interests:
- Trauma
- LGBTQ
- Substance Use Disorders
- Gender Identity
What is your practice philosophy? Providing a safe and non-judgmental space focused on authenticity and the therapeutic relationship is the cornerstone of my practice. I approach my work with patients from an empathetic, collaborative, and relational standpoint. I value learning and social justice, and I incorporate humor and authenticity into my work with patients.
What are you passionate about? And why? I’m passionate about advocacy and reducing stigma related to mental health and addiction.
If I wasn’t a provider, I would be a: I would probably choose a career that involved traveling and spending time outdoors.
Why did you become a provider? When did you know this was the career for you? I first became interested in psychology after taking a high school psychology class. I became a psychologist to provide a non-judgmental space where people can be their authentic selves and find relief from life’s challenges.
Something I have learned from my patients is: Never underestimate the power of supportive relationships.
One of the challenges of this career that I enjoy is (and why): I enjoy the need for continual learning to best meet the unique needs of each person I work with.
Credentials
- PsyD
- LP
- LADC
Specialties
- Psychology
Personal interests
- Hiking
- Music
- Reading
- Travel
Years of experience
- 9
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Major health plans we accept
- Allina Health | Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
- HealthPartners
- Medica
- PreferredOne*
- SelectCare/LaborCare
- UCare
- UnitedHealthcare
Other health plans we accept
- Medicaid/Medicare*
- Aetna
- America's PPO
- First Health/Coventry
- CIGNA
- Humana
- Hennepin Health (formerly Metropolitan Health Plan)
- PrimeWest
- South Country Health Alliance
- United Behavioral Health
- Wisconsin Physician Services (WPS)