My name is Zoe Foster, I am a Student clinical intern who has a strong passion for working with children but also enjoys helping teenagers and adults. Currently, I am pursuing a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of Houston-Clear Lake. I am supervised by Bonnie Mondragon, LPC-S, and RPT-S.

I have experience working with children and extensive knowledge of play therapy. My passion stems from a social work background, where I began working in the foster care system first as a case manager, and then as a case manager supervisor. My experiences there led me to be a part of a crisis intervention team, where I also trained others in how to de-escalate children while also restoring the connection between parent and child. As a counselor, I utilize a client centered approach and child centered play therapy practices. I understand that not every problem has a cookie-cutter solution therefore my goal is to meet my clients where they are at and help them process through any challenges that arise.

I have been trained in Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI), and use a trauma informed care approach in my practice. I not only understand how trauma can impact people’s lives, but also how resilient people can be when they are provided support, care, and safety. My goal as your counselor is to meet you where you are, come alongside you during difficult seasons in your life, and help process through your feelings and thoughts.