Teresa Makus, Registered Psychologist
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Phone: 587-847-2732
Email: tmakus.psych@gmail.com
Teresa owns and operates Makus Psychology, an independent private practice in Edmonton offering individual therapy to adults. Teresa has gained nearly 20 years of experience working in a multitude of private practice and forensic mental health settings, including both provincial and federal corrections. She has been registered as a Psychologist since 2009 and is a member in good standing with the College of Alberta Psychologists and the Psychologists’ Association of Alberta.
Teresa has been described by colleagues and clients as authentic, genuine, kind, warm, empathic, caring, compassionate, and supportive. She believes strongly in the power of feeling heard and seen. Creating a space where clients can just be, exactly where they are in this moment, allows space for genuine connection. She considers the therapeutic relationship to be the core foundation of facilitating change.
Teresa has had the privilege of working closely alongside Elders throughout her years of practice, and has developed a deep knowledge of and appreciation for Indigenous culture, tradition, and spirituality. She is willing and able to incorporate cultural beliefs and practices into her therapeutic approach, if preferred by her clients.
Teresa is interested in helping individuals with concerns related to:
- Anger management
- Anxiety
- Childhood abuse and complex trauma (C-PTSD)
- Communication and boundaries
- Depression
- Emotional Dysregulation
- Impulsivity
- Relationship difficulties
- Self-harm
- Suicidal ideation and/or behaviours
- Trauma and PTSD
She integrates the following therapy approaches/modalities into her work with clients:
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
- Narrative Therapy
- Person Centred therapy
- Polyvagal Theory
Teresa has evening appointments available and offers direct-billing with select insurance companies. She is an approved provider for NIHB.
To learn more about Teresa or to inquire about booking an appointment, click the link below or call 587-847-2732.