Taliba M Foster Verified Provider

Dr. Taliba M. Foster is a board certified psychiatrist serving children, adolescents and adults through Main Line Psychiatric private practice based in the Philadelphia area.

She blends psychotherapy, psychoeducation and psychopharmacology using modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy, psychodynamic therapy and solution focused brief therapy to address mood disorders and trauma, ADHD and anxiety, depression and more.

Dr. Foster’s practice is built on discretion, nonjudgment and highly personalized care plans designed to meet each client exactly where they are.

Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

A standout feature of Dr. Foster’s background is her Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, where she served as Chief Fellow and received recognition as an outstanding clinical fellow.

This advanced training positions her as a trusted resource for families navigating complex developmental, emotional and behavioral concerns in younger clients.

For children and teens, Dr. Foster draws on play therapy, family therapy and evidence based approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy to address conditions ranging from ADHD and learning disabilities to trauma and mood disorders.

Treatment is structured to address root causes while building practical skills for everyday life.

Integrated Psychiatric Care

Dr. Foster also supports adults, couples and families facing challenges such as bipolar disorder, substance use and PTSD, psychosis and relationship difficulties.

Her approach combines comprehensive psychiatric evaluations with ongoing medication management and psychotherapy follow ups, offering a streamlined path to whole person care.

Getting Started

Dr. Foster sees clients virtually across Pennsylvania and New York, and also welcomes international clients through her telehealth model. She trained at the University of Pennsylvania and Columbia University, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and completed her residency in New York City.

Main Line Psychiatric is a private pay practice that does not contract with insurance providers, though clients may request a superbill to pursue out of network reimbursement with sliding scale options available for eligible clients.