Colleen Makowsky

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTP, CAIMHP

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Colleen Makowsky

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTP, CAIMHP

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Fort Lee, NJ 07024

Are you struggling with uncomfortable emotions? Do you wonder if you are moving in the right direction? I help clients/couples cope with challenges, strengthen relationships, recover from trauma, improve life functioning, connect with their values, and reach their potential. Depression, anxiety, uncertainty, substance abuse, low self-esteem/confidence, eating disorders, lack of motivation/structure, and interpersonal turmoil can get in the way. I will listen to your unique situation and help you regulate your emotions, resolve problems, and explore life’s possibilities.

I'm a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and a Certified Addictions-Informed Mental Health Professional with experience working in general mental health clinics and addiction rehabilitation centers. I help clients develop strategies to facilitate change and reach their potential. I take a spiritual approach and help clients find meaning.

I'm friendly, warm, and understanding-reach out for a free 15 minute phone or video call/consultation to discuss what brings you to therapy and how I can help.

Call or Email Colleen Makowsky now for a free 15 minute consultation - (551) 305-3742

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Fort Lee, NJ 07024

(551) 305-3742

Wyckoff, NJ 07481

I offer therapy sessions online via video. I have weekday, weekend, and evening availability.

I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Relationship Issues

I accept insurance

I see individuals and couples

Let's Connect (551) 305-3742

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Fort Lee, NJ 07024

(551) 305-3742

Wyckoff, NJ 07481

I offer therapy sessions online via video. I have weekday, weekend, and evening availability.

I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Relationship Issues

I accept insurance

I see individuals and couples

Finances

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Aetna
Aetna EAP
Aetna Medicare
Alliance Coal Group Health
Carelon Behavioral Health
Cigna and Evernorth
Cigna EAP
Clover Health
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
HBCBS of NJ medicare advantage
Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Humana Medicare Advantage
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
OccuNet
Optum
Oscar Health
Oxford
Partners Direct
Prime Health
Quest Behavioral Health
Sana Benefits
United Healthcare Medicare Adv
United Medical Resources (UMR)
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Unity Preferred Network
Velocity National Provider Net

Colleen Makowsky

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTP, CAIMHP

Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (551) 305-3742

Colleen Makowsky

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTP, CAIMHP

Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (551) 305-3742

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New Jersey / 37PC00901900 Colleen Makowsky

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 8 years

Attended Montclair State University, MA Community Counseling, Graduated 2016

Additional Credentials

Certificate from Certified Clinical Trauma Professional-Evergreen Certifications 328784 / 2026

Certificate from Certified Addictions-Informed Mental Health Professional-Evergreen Certifications 443559 / 2026

I hold additional certifications in trauma-informed therapy, and addictions-informed therapy.

Colleen Makowsky

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTP, CAIMHP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (551) 305-3742

I hold additional certifications in trauma-informed therapy, and addictions-informed therapy.

Colleen Makowsky

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTP, CAIMHP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (551) 305-3742

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Relationship Issues

Expertise

Addiction
Alcohol Use
Anger Management
Bipolar Disorder
Cancer
Caregivers
Coping Skills
Drug Abuse
Eating Disorders
Family Conflict
Grief
Impulse Control Disorders
Life Transitions
Marital and Premarital
Mood Disorders
Self Esteem
Self-Harming
Sexual Abuse
Spirituality
Stress
Substance Use
Trauma and PTSD

Most of my clients come to see me for anxiety/depression, trauma, eating disorders, substance abuse, relationship issues, and work stress. I help clients process trauma and implement coping skills to improve overall life functioning and fulfillment.

Colleen Makowsky

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTP, CAIMHP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (551) 305-3742

Colleen Makowsky

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTP, CAIMHP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (551) 305-3742

Client Focus

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Culturally Sensitive
Emotionally Focused
Gottman Method
Motivational Interviewing
Person-Centered
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused

Treatment modalities most commonly used in my practice are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Motivational Interviewing. I help clients change what they can, cope/accept what they cannot change, and find solutions/meaning. I use a spiritual approach and focus on learning from the past and living in the present.

Colleen Makowsky

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTP, CAIMHP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (551) 305-3742

Colleen Makowsky

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTP, CAIMHP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (551) 305-3742

Location

Primary Location

Fort Lee, NJ 07024

(551) 305-3742

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Additional Location

Wyckoff, NJ 07481

(551) 305-3742

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

I offer therapy sessions online via video. I have weekday, weekend, and evening availability.

Colleen Makowsky

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTP, CAIMHP

Call for a free consultation now - (551) 305-3742

I offer therapy sessions online via video. I have weekday, weekend, and evening availability.

Colleen Makowsky

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTP, CAIMHP

Call for a free consultation now - (551) 305-3742

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