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Dori Makowske

Therapist(She/Her)
25 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, Relationship issues
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

With 23 years of experience as a mental health therapist, I provide compassionate, practical and individualized care for children, adolescents and adults. My background includes work in outpatient clinics, schools and residential settings, giving me extensive experience supporting clients across a wide range of emotional, behavioral and relational challenges.

My approach to therapy

My approach to therapy is collaborative, compassionate and practical. I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, acceptance based approaches and behavioral strategies to help clients better understand themselves, develop effective coping skills and promote meaningful change.

I work from a strengths-based perspective and focus on a client's individual needs, whether addressing anxiety, ADHD, mood issues, relationship challenges, life transitions, family conflicts, identity issues, grief or life stressors. My goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can feel heard, accepted and empowered while also building practical tools for everyday life.

What you can expect from me

Relax! The first session can just help us to see if we are a good fit and if you feel comfortable. That is the most important thing!

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Humorous, Open Minded, Affirming

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    25 years of experience
  • Training
    Masters in Clinical Psychology at Loyola College
  • License type
    LCPC (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor) (Maryland)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Ascension, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Kaiser Permanente of the Mid Atlantic

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, Relationship issues
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Depression, OCD, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, Grief or loss, Women's issues, Identity issues, Trauma, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Relational, Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Strength-Based
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Adults, Children, Seniors
  • Languages
    English