Dr. Foresteen Forbes, CA Psychologist 21049

Dr. Foresteen Forbes is a licensed psychologist in California (CA Psychologist 21049) with 23 years of clinical experience. She began her career with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from BIOLA University and served as a Navy Nurse for three and a half years, including deployment to Saudi Arabia during the Gulf War. She later earned a doctorate in psychology from Azusa Pacific University and spent 15 years working in a state hospital where she focused on treating adults who had experienced childhood trauma.

Dr. Forbes works with individuals and families on a broad range of concerns including relationship and family challenges, parenting struggles, self-esteem, stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, eating issues, anger, bipolar disorder, depression, and coping with life changes. Her additional focus areas include adoption and foster care, personality-related difficulties such as avoidant and dependent patterns, blended family and fatherhood issues, infidelity and commitment concerns, communication problems, isolation and loneliness, and end-of-life and hospice counseling.

Her clinical approach draws on Attachment-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy. She tailors conversations and treatment plans to each person’s unique circumstances, with the goal of building or rebuilding a trusting, supportive therapeutic relationship that helps address anxiety, depression, and other difficulties. Dr. Forbes emphasizes collaborative care that supports practical coping skills and deeper understanding of relational patterns.

Seeking change often takes courage, and Dr. Forbes frames her role as a supportive and empowering partner for those ready to take steps toward a more fulfilling life. She welcomes the opportunity to work with people who are motivated to explore growth and healing.