Christine Gorski-Makar, LMHC
Warm, tailored support for trauma and addiction
- Trauma informed counseling
- Addiction focused support
- CBT and DBT skills
About Christine Gorski-Makar
Christine Gorski-Makar is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in New York with 15 years of experience supporting people through addiction and trauma-related concerns. She earned an MA in Counseling Psychology from NYU, and her work includes helping individuals who have lived through physical trauma or emotional abuse, including challenges associated with PTSD symptoms.
Her background also includes working with a wide range of mental health concerns such as depression and anxiety, as well as chemical addiction issues. Christine has experience supporting individuals navigating OCD, Autism, Bipolar Disorder, and various personality disorders, including Borderline and Dependent.
Christine’s style is warm, engaged, and collaborative. She approaches therapy with respect, genuineness, and compassion, and integrates cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and humanistic, person-centered principles, along with psychodynamic features. Treatment is tailored to the individual, with a focus on shaping conversations and goals to fit each client’s needs and situation.
She recognizes that reaching out for help can take real courage, especially when someone is seeking a more fulfilling life and meaningful change. Christine offers support and encouragement as clients take those first steps forward.
Her background also includes working with a wide range of mental health concerns such as depression and anxiety, as well as chemical addiction issues. Christine has experience supporting individuals navigating OCD, Autism, Bipolar Disorder, and various personality disorders, including Borderline and Dependent.
Christine’s style is warm, engaged, and collaborative. She approaches therapy with respect, genuineness, and compassion, and integrates cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and humanistic, person-centered principles, along with psychodynamic features. Treatment is tailored to the individual, with a focus on shaping conversations and goals to fit each client’s needs and situation.
She recognizes that reaching out for help can take real courage, especially when someone is seeking a more fulfilling life and meaningful change. Christine offers support and encouragement as clients take those first steps forward.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Attachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityCo-morbidityCodependencyCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWomen's issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Christine Gorski-Makar have?
Christine Gorski-Makar has 15 years of experience.
Is Christine Gorski-Makar a licensed therapist?
Yes. Christine Gorski-Makar is a licensed therapist and holds the LMHC credential. Her license is NY LMHC 014717.
In which languages does Christine Gorski-Makar provide therapy?
Christine Gorski-Makar provides therapy in English and Ukrainian.
Where is Christine Gorski-Makar located?
Christine Gorski-Makar is located in New York.
How can I work with Christine Gorski-Makar as my therapist?
You can work with Christine Gorski-Makar through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what works best for your needs and scheduling.
Does Christine Gorski-Makar work with international clients?
Yes. Christine Gorski-Makar works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Christine Gorski-Makar cost?
The cost of therapy can vary based on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For the most current details, click the “Start Therapy” button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Tools That Translate Well Online
Christine Gorski-Makar draws from evidence-informed approaches that can work effectively in an online setting. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing patterns in thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, then practicing practical strategies to respond differently. It is often helpful for concerns like anxiety, depression, and stress when someone wants clear skills they can use between sessions.Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds structured tools for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and relationship effectiveness. It can be a strong fit for people who feel overwhelmed, stuck in intense emotions, or caught in repeating patterns they want to change.
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a supportive, respectful relationship where the client’s perspective leads the work. It can be especially helpful for building self-understanding, strengthening self-esteem, and clarifying values and next steps during life transitions.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Christine collaborates with clients to shape a plan that matches their goals, preferences, and pace, adjusting strategies as needs become clearer over time.
Online therapy also offers flexible ways to connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options can make it easier to get consistent support, fit therapy into a busy schedule, and continue work even when travel, distance, or changing routines make in-person sessions difficult.
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