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Joel A. Makin

Counselor, LMHC, LCAC, LPC, LPCC, LCMHC

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Indianapolis, IN 46204
I've been working in the helping profession since 2008 and have been counseling people since 2011. Over the years, I've worked in residential treatment, hospitals, community mental health, addiction services, private practice, leadership, and higher education. Those experiences have given me the opportunity to help thousands of people navigate anxiety, relationship struggles, trauma, addiction, grief, major life transitions, and many of the everyday challenges life brings.
I've also had the privilege of teaching graduate counseling students for seven years and speaking at trainings and conferences around the country. I trained under Dr. John Townsend, author of Boundaries, and continue to pursue advanced training because I believe good counselors should never stop learning.
My education includes a bachelor's degree in Psychology and a master's degree in Counseling from Huntington University, along with a post-master's certificate in Addictions Counseling from Indiana Wesleyan University. I'm also completing training through Ball State University to become a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC).
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Indianapolis, IN 46204

(260) 238-1519

Boston, MA 02108

My website
I offer therapy weekly, with the specific day and time to be agreed upon based on your availability and mine. I only offer online therapy.
I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (260) 238-1519
Photo of Joel A. Makin, Counselor, LMHC, LCAC, LPC, LPCC, LCMHC

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Indianapolis, IN 46204

(260) 238-1519

Boston, MA 02108

My website
I offer therapy weekly, with the specific day and time to be agreed upon based on your availability and mine. I only offer online therapy.
I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Student Health
  • All Savers
  • Ambetter
  • Anthem
  • BHS | Behavioral Health Systems
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Centene
  • Concern
  • Coventry
  • First Health
  • Golden Rule
  • Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
  • Health Sync
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum
  • Oxford
  • Parkview Signature Care
  • Physicians Health Plan
  • Sagamore
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Wellpoint | Amerigroup
  • Out of Network
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I am in network with most insurance plans. Most insurance plans require a co-pay, co-insurance, or deductible to be met when using insurance benefits.
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Joel A. Makin
Counselor, LMHC, LCAC, LPC, LPCC, LCMHC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (260) 238-1519
"
I am in network with most insurance plans. Most insurance plans require a co-pay, co-insurance, or deductible to be met when using insurance benefits.
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Joel A. Makin
Counselor, LMHC, LCAC, LPC, LPCC, LCMHC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (260) 238-1519

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Indiana / 39002892A Joel A. Makin
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 15 years
  • Attended Huntington University, MA, Graduated 2011
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: Kentucky- LPCC - Ohio - LPCC 289024 / 2023
  • License: Pennsylvania- LPC - North Carolina - LCMHC - Massachusetts - LMHC PC016608 / 2023
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I am fully licensed in Pennsylvania (LPC), Kentucky (LPCC), Ohio (LPCC), Massachusetts (LMHC), North Carolina (LCMHC) and Indiana (LMHC/LCAC).
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Joel A. Makin
Counselor, LMHC, LCAC, LPC, LPCC, LCMHC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (260) 238-1519
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I am fully licensed in Pennsylvania (LPC), Kentucky (LPCC), Ohio (LPCC), Massachusetts (LMHC), North Carolina (LCMHC) and Indiana (LMHC/LCAC).
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Joel A. Makin
Counselor, LMHC, LCAC, LPC, LPCC, LCMHC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (260) 238-1519

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Anxiety
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Addiction
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
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I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma and more.
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Joel A. Makin
Counselor, LMHC, LCAC, LPC, LPCC, LCMHC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (260) 238-1519
"
I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma and more.
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Joel A. Makin
Counselor, LMHC, LCAC, LPC, LPCC, LCMHC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (260) 238-1519

Endorsement

Brandon Cordon
Brandon Cordon
MALPCCNCC
I learned the most important lesson in my journey to become a therapist from Joel, improving even my personal life. Joel walks aside others, allowing them to feel loved outside of performance, free of the need to perform, exactly where we heal. Thank you

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • AEDP
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Eclectic
  • Existential
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Gestalt
  • Hypnotherapy
  • Interpersonal
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
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Joel A. Makin
Counselor, LMHC, LCAC, LPC, LPCC, LCMHC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (260) 238-1519
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Joel A. Makin
Counselor, LMHC, LCAC, LPC, LPCC, LCMHC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (260) 238-1519

Location

Primary Location

Indianapolis, IN 46204

(260) 238-1519

Additional Location

Boston, MA 02108

(260) 238-1519
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I offer therapy weekly, with the specific day and time to be agreed upon based on your availability and mine. I only offer online therapy.
Photo of Joel A. Makin, Counselor, LMHC, LCAC, LPC, LPCC, LCMHC
Joel A. Makin
Counselor, LMHC, LCAC, LPC, LPCC, LCMHC
Call for a free consultation now - (260) 238-1519
"
I offer therapy weekly, with the specific day and time to be agreed upon based on your availability and mine. I only offer online therapy.
Photo of Joel A. Makin, Counselor, LMHC, LCAC, LPC, LPCC, LCMHC
Joel A. Makin
Counselor, LMHC, LCAC, LPC, LPCC, LCMHC
Call for a free consultation now - (260) 238-1519