--- title: Gina Foster, LMSW | Brightline Pediatric Mental Health description: >- I was inspired to become a therapist after my experience providing one-on-one and group counseling to 6th-8th graders while pursuing my degree. category: Page canonical_url: https://www.brightline.com/providers/gina-foster-lmsw/ source: Brightline license: © 2026 Brightline. All rights reserved. slug: providers/gina-foster-lmsw id: 2O0nETltF6XKq6TO9UHGno contentType: page --- # Gina Foster, LMSW **Accepting new patients** # **Associate Therapist** (she/her) "I’m inspired by the resilience kids and families develop and show throughout the therapeutic process. I find it energizing to support people as they grow in confidence and self-understanding during their formative years. " ![Wrapper for 6oCQ1HZrXviDeBCa3rSyhp](https://images.ctfassets.net/96gdpqkm7elu/6oCQ1HZrXviDeBCa3rSyhp/85f875b3f89bc0e2c4aff6abff73432d/Gina_Foster__LMSW-_headshot_500x500.jpg) - [Appointment](/care/appointment/) - [(888) 255-7040](tel: 8882557040) ## About Gina Foster, LMSW Gina Foster is an associate therapist at Brightline’s Brooklyn clinic, providing care under the supervision of Sylvia Ryszewska, PhD. She began her career working in schools with kids in grades 6-12, with a focus on supporting kids dealing with* *emotional regulation, anxiety, behavioral challenges, trauma, and body-image concerns. She also has experience with safety planning, coping planning, and crisis intervention/management with students experiencing suicidal ideation and engaging in self-harm. Gina uses a variety of modalities to engage kids and teens  including cognitive behavioral therapy for eating disorders (CBT-E), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). Her work also includes facilitating group therapy utilizing cognitive restructuring and distress tolerance strategies. 
 Gina is passionate about working with kids and teens experiencing anxiety and behavioral or attention challenges.  ## Professional Summary - **Education:** - Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW), Columbia University - Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Sociology (BA), DePaul University - **Therapeutic approaches and certification(s): **cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), cognitive behavioral therapy for eating disorders (CBT-E), trauma focused CBT (TF-CBT), family-based treatment (FBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), parent management training (PMT), motivational interviewing
(MI) - **License Type(s): **Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) - **States where clinician is licensed**: New York (127882) - **Training:** - Clinical Intern, New York State Psychiatric Institute, Columbia Center for Eating Disorders, Columbia University School of Social Work - Intern, Bronx Dance Academy, Columbia University School of Social Work - **Supervisor:** [Sylvia Ryszewska, PhD](/providers/sylvia-ryszewska-phd/) ![Wrapper for 7px8Nof5sqVga9rBTDSBnV](https://images.ctfassets.net/96gdpqkm7elu/7px8Nof5sqVga9rBTDSBnV/126b088fb735c145dae71a2326ff0414/What_To_Expect.svg) ## In-person care in Brooklyn. Online care from home. Your child’s therapist will work with you to find the balance that is right for your family and the goals you have for your child. **Brooklyn Heights clinic address** 32 Court Street, Suite 808 Brooklyn, NY 11201 - [(888) 255-7040](tel: 8882557040) - [Learn more](/locations/new-york/brooklyn-heights/) ![Wrapper for 5KXY3SWiKF0F0qcMg71yu0](https://images.ctfassets.net/96gdpqkm7elu/5KXY3SWiKF0F0qcMg71yu0/a13420d54529484b276137f9af850f99/Locations_List_Illustration.svg) ### What is an associate therapist? Associate therapists have earned their master’s degree in social work, psychology, marriage and family therapy, or counseling. They have a limited license to practice under supervision, and are completing their supervised hours at Brightline to work toward their independent licensure. That means that all of the work they do with your family will be supervised by one of Brightline’s licensed providers. Their supervising provider will review all session notes, care plans, conversations, and recommendations to ensure the approach to your child’s treatment is aligned with our standards of providing high-quality, safe, and ethical care. Supervising provider names can be found on each associate therapist provider page on our website; the associate therapist will also share who their supervisor is at the start of care. ## Join our clinical team If you are a New York-based clinician who wants to love where you work, you belong at Brightline. Browse our open roles today! ![Wrapper for 6iYK0yF239HUWQzMB7LGrI](https://images.ctfassets.net/96gdpqkm7elu/6iYK0yF239HUWQzMB7LGrI/196a898c6ad46e32c0633b6b27177855/In-person_Appointment.svg) - [Explore clinical roles](/about-us/clinical-careers/)