Dr. Bri Makofske Owner
Dr. Briana Makofske is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Colorado (License # 4062). She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Colorado College and her Doctorate in School Psychology from the University of Northern Colorado. Dr. Makofske has worked in schools for over a decade, specializing in supporting students with neurodevelopmental disorders through assessment, developing collaborative goals and interventions, and providing direct and consultative services. She is the author of The SEL Toolbox, a tool created for educators and therapists to help children generalize learned skills to real-life situations.
Dr. Makofske’s professional experience includes administering a wide range of assessment batteries, consulting with families and educators to develop both personal and academic related goals and skills, and providing direct service, consultation, and interventions for children and young adults with diverse needs.
Dr. Makofske identifies individual strengths and needs in order to develop supports and interventions that will help each child gain skills to become independent and successful. She works with parents and educators to help ensure interventions and supports meet the needs of each child and can be realistically implemented over time.
Licensed Psychologist | Colorado License #4059
Dr. Rachel Toplis is a highly experienced Licensed Psychologist in Colorado, specializing in neuroeducational assessments for children and young adults. She earned her PhD in Psychology from the University of East London, UK, in 1997 before immigrating to the U.S., where she later completed an Educational Specialist (EdS) Degree in School Psychology at the University of Northern Colorado in 2004.
With over 30 years of experience, Dr. Toplis has worked in diverse settings, including residential treatment facilities, K–12 schools, and universities. As both a School Psychologist and Clinical Child Psychologist, she has extensive expertise in conducting comprehensive evaluations for Autism Spectrum Disorders, ADHD, Learning Disabilities (e.g., Dyslexia), and Traumatic Brain Injury.
Dr. Toplis takes a strength-based approach to neuroeducational evaluations, identifying both a child’s abilities and the challenges that may impact their learning and development. She provides practical strategies, interventions, and resources tailored to each child’s unique needs, ensuring families receive meaningful guidance.
Her deep understanding of special education laws, Section 504 accommodations, and school-based supports allows her evaluations to seamlessly translate into the educational setting. Dr. Toplis also helps families understand and navigate the legal and procedural requirements in schools, to help children receive the services and accommodations necessary for success.
Recognized for her dedication and expertise, Dr. Toplis was named “School Psychologist of the Year” by the Colorado Society of School Psychologists in 2017.