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Last edited 01/13/2025

Headshot of Colleen Makowsky Licensed Professional Counselor

Colleen Makowsky

Accepting New Clients
Online in New Jersey
Headshot of Colleen Makowsky Licensed Professional Counselor
Identifies As
femaleWhiteHeterosexualspiritual
Get To Know Me
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Specialties
Specializes in
DepressionAnxietySelf-EsteemAddictionTrauma
General Expertise
Work StressRelationship IssuesLoss/GriefSocial AnxietyAbuse/Survivors of abuseAging related concernsAnger managementBipolar disorderBody image issuesCaregiver stress & supportCodependencyCommunication issuesDivorce & separationEating disordersFamily issuesMood disordersPanic attacks & panic disorderSelf HarmSpirituality & religion based issuesHighly Sensitive Person
Treatment Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
Clientele
Types of Therapy
Couples CounselingIndividual Therapy
Serves Ages
ParentsAdults (25-65)Seniors (65+)
Languages
English
Insurance & Fees
Insurances Accepted
AetnaCignaUMRUnitedHealthCare (UHC)All Savers InsuranceBind InsuranceCarelon Behavioral HealthEvernorth Health ServicesHorizon Blue Cross Blue ShieldIndependence Blue CrossNippon Life Insurance Company of AmericaOscar HealthOxford Health PlansQuest Behavioral HealthUnitedHealthcareUnitedHealthcare Student Resources
Cash Pay Rates/Out-of-Pocket
First Session:$150
Couples Counseling:$140
Individual Therapy:$140
Professional Background
LicensureNew Jersey, Licensed Professional Counselor, 37PC00901900
Training/CertificationsCertified Clinical Trauma Professional
Education
Montclair State University, Master of Arts, Community Counseling, 2018 — I have an overall community counseling degree with a focus on addictions.
Work HistoryLike most counselors, my journey began with exploring my own emotions. As a child I expressed myself through art and became a high school art teacher. The therapeutic aspect of art was the most valuable to me which led me to pursue counseling. I've worked as a child counselor for at risk youth, in drug rehabilitation facilities, and in mental health outpatient clinics. I help clients explore their emotions. I provide a therapeutic relationship in which clients can reach their potential with effective coping & resiliency skills. I help clients connect with their values and find meaning. I prefer to be contacted by email. I will respond quickly and schedule a free consultation to discuss your symptoms, how I can help, and find a convenient time to meet.
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s not uncommon to have questions before starting therapy. Colleen Makowsky, LPC, has answered a few of the questions they receive most often from new clients.
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