DocSusan is a gifted advisor (art therapist, coach, motivator, organizer) who enjoys working with individuals as well as groups of all sizes, adults or children. She's also an inspirational and charismatic public speaker in corporate, as well as more personal, settings.
DocSusan favors a PROACTIVE approach (Prompts, Reflects, Observes, Arranges, Creates, Tries, Investigates, Validates, and Experiments). Clients' needs and circumstances will vary, of course.
"Dr. Makin is a leader and a role model and she stands out among so many other professionals because she is an independent thinker and a free spirit. She is profoundly sincere and compassionate. When Dr. Makin commits to a client, she goes the extra mile." (teacher/care-giver)
"Dr. Makin exhibits extreme dedication to her clients' well being. In her work she is constantly taking into consideration the many variables that may add to or detract from her clients' progress. Her expertise and empathetic nature instill a high level of confidence in her clients knowing that they are working with an accomplished professional who cares!" (CEO/volunteer fundraiser)
"Dr. Makin has an innate gift that can untie what keeps one from moving on. She is an enabler." (social worker/single mother)
"Dr. Makin has consistently provided me with sound advice in a variety of important situations. She is considerate, determined, insightful, kind and dedicated. Her down-to-earth wisdom—based on sound judgement and an intuitive understanding of my circumstances and personality—has greatly helped me." (scientist/mature student)
"Dr. Makin is an exceptional listener. I get the sense that she really understands my journey. And from that position, her advice emanates empathy and hope." (entrepreneur/single father)
"Dr. Makin is an exceptional advisor—brilliant, insightful, a great listener. Always able to help brainstorm a creative solution to a tough problem. She really cares about her clients and is always available." (business developer/event planner)
©Susan R. Makin, 2008