Sydney Foster, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Sydney is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Great news, Sydney is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in New Jersey and New York
More about Sydney
- 10 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience supporting adults navigating anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, and major life transitions.
I specialize in working with individuals who are balancing demanding responsibilities whether in caregiving roles, professional environments, or complex family systems and feel overwhelmed trying to manage everything on their own. I also work with professionals in healthcare, education, and other helping roles who are experiencing burnout, compassion fatigue, or role-related stress.
My clinical background includes leadership roles in hospital-based behavioral health programs, including intensive community treatment and outpatient mental health services. I bring that depth of experience into my private practice by offering structured, practical support that helps clients regain stability, clarity, and confidence during difficult periods.
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Aetna
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield New York
- AvMed
- Cigna
- Empire BlueCross BlueShield
- GEHA
- Johns Hopkins - Employer Health Programs (EHP)
- Johns Hopkins - Uniformed Family Health Plan (USFHP)
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- UMR
- UnitedHealthcare
Licenses
Sydney Foster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1902459993.
- LCSW · New Jersey · 44sc06256300 · Renews August 2028
- LCSW · New York · 095139 · Renews October 2028
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Sydney Foster offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Sydney Foster works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Sydney Foster speak?
Sydney Foster speaks English.
How many years of experience does Sydney Foster have?
Sydney Foster has 10 years of experience.
Where is Sydney Foster licensed to practice?
Sydney Foster is licensed to practice in New Jersey and New York.
Does Sydney Foster accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Sydney Foster accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Sydney Foster accept insurance?
Yes, Sydney Foster accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield New York, AvMed, Cigna, Empire BlueCross BlueShield, GEHA, Johns Hopkins - Employer Health Programs (EHP), Johns Hopkins - Uniformed Family Health Plan (USFHP), Optum, Oscar Health, UMR, and UnitedHealthcare.
Does Sydney Foster accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Sydney Foster does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
How can I communicate with Sydney Foster?
Sydney Foster can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Sydney Foster?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation.