Richard Foster Ph.D.

Richard Foster Ph.D.
Richard Foster Ph.D. 3468 Mount Diablo Boulevard Lafayette, CA 94549
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Richard Foster Ph.D.

Specialist in couples and family therapy, counseling for men and teenage boys, and treatment of sexual problems and concerns.
California Licensed Psychologist, PSY 6816.
Years In Practice 42
Primary Specialty

Psychologist

Training Dr. Foster was formerly on the staff of the Mental Health Dept. at Kaiser Medical Center (Pleasant Hill/Martinez) where he directed their post-doctoral internship program. Through his work there and in inpatient settings he is accustomed to working with more serious psychiatric diagnoses and is knowledgeable of psychiatric medications.
Dr. Foster also taught Psychology for The University of Maryland.
Affiliations Member of The American Psychological Association, Division of Psychotherapy & Division of Family Psychology.
Services Dr. Foster is a specialist in male psychology, and many of his clients are teenaged boys and younger men. Problem areas include relationships, behavior, school or work performance, substance use/abuse, and - in the case of teenagers and men in their twenties - with cementing an identity in order to be more productive andhappier in whatever they choose to do. Dr. Foster also counsels many couples, either for specific problems or in the deepening of the connection when the relationship seems flat. Dr. Foster is trained and well-experienced in the treatment of sexual matters, including sexual dysfunction and more general sexual concerns and struggles.With all clients, the therapy can be shorter-term and highly-focused, or longer-term and more in-depth, depending upon what the person is seeking and on Dr. Foster's assessment of what is most appropriate.
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Recent Polls
Did a staff member acknowledge or greet you when you entered?
Immediately! They gave me a friendly greeting as soon as I walked in
Was the waiting area spacious?
Yes, extremely spacious
Would you refer this psychologist to a family or friend?
Yes
Does this provider remember you and your circumstances at every appointment?
Yes
by Anonymous
February 08, 2012
Did this provider wear an obnoxious cologne?
No, they didn't wear any cologne
Did you have to wait long after you arrived for your appointment?
No, they were ready for me right after I arrived.
Is this provider willing to pursue advice from other providers when necessary?
Absolutely! They aren't arrogant at all and are more than willing to pursue advice when necessary
Does this provider maintain a professional appearance?
Absolutely! You can tell that he/she really makes an effort to look professional
by Anonymous
October 12, 2011
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