Margaret Foster LICSW, Shelburne, VT

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802-233-8214

4740 Shelburne Rd, Suite 104
Shelburne, VT 05482

About My Practice

I have been a psychotherapist in private practice for over 25 years. My work is informed by my experiences as school social worker, a member of the Chittenden County Child Protection Team, a facilitator of psycho-educational support groups for trauma survivors and as an educator. While affiliated with the University of Vermont College of Medicine I co-founded The Women's Initiative in the Department of Psychiatry and taught inverviewing skills to medical students. While EMDR is a cornerstone in my practice, I use a number of other stress reduction techniques and traditional talk therapy that enable me to fit the work to individual needs.

My office is located on the ground floor and is handicapped accessible. The first appointment is considered an Information and Consultation Meeting for which there is no charge. Subsequent appointments are covered by most insurances, including Medicaid. A sliding fee scale is available.

I participate in Give An Hour, which provides no-pay appointments to military personnel & their families.

Home visits are available in Chittenden County.

What excites me about EMDR?

EMDR effectively treats chronic psychological stress due to PTSD, traumatic memories and chronic health issues. EMDR can be integrated into the comprehensive treatment of work related issues, relational concerns, and/or health problems that may complicate the healing process. According to clients treated with EMDR, it has helped them move from "coping" to "living."

Degree	MSW
Level of Training	EMDRIA Approved Training Parts 1 & 2

Skills and Expertise

I have experience using EMDR to treat:	Attachment Disorders Depression Anxiety PTSD
I use EMDR to help people suffering from:	Anxiety and Stress Depression and Sadness Grief and Loss Headaches Insomnia Medical/Dental Phobia Nightmares Pain Procrastination Sexual, Physical, Emotional, or Verbal Abuse
I work with these populations:	Adults Seniors
I have experience treating these traumas:	Childhood Abuse (Sexual, Physical, Verbal, Emotional) Adult Domestic Violence or Abuse Adult Sexual Assault Accidents Traumatic Loss (by death, divorce, etc) Medical procedures/Surgery Repeated Assaults to Self-Esteem
I have additional training in these treatments:	Brainspotting
I offer payment options:	In Network Insurance, (which only pays for therapists on the insurance company’s list) Out of Network Reimbursement, (insurance that pays for any licensed clinician) Victims of Crime Compensation Funds The lowest being below $50/session Clinical Consultation for other EMDR Therapists

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