Mackenzie Newman, LMSW
Therapist in Michigan
Mackenzie Newman is a licensed social worker with a Master of Social Work and five years of professional experience in behavioral health settings.
- Licensed inMichigan
- License6801114916
- NPI 1568199354
- Experience5+ years
- LanguagesEnglish
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About Mackenzie
Mackenzie Newman is a licensed social worker with a Master of Social Work and five years of professional experience in behavioral health settings. She spent much of her early career working in Michigan schools, supporting students and families through day-to-day challenges. Mackenzie focuses on practical, down-to-earth support and respects that people already know a lot about their own lives.
She helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and the fallout from trauma and abuse.
Background and approach
She also supports those facing issues related to LGBTQ concerns, grief, parenting strain, and compassion fatigue. Mackenzie pays attention to how attachment patterns shape relationships and day-to-day reactions. In sessions she uses clear, client-centered work that follows each person’s pace.
She draws on cognitive behavioral strategies to shift unhelpful thoughts and behavioral patterns. She also uses skills from dialectical behavior therapy and mindfulness to help with intense emotions and moment-to-moment coping. Her style is collaborative and straightforward.
She asks questions, listens closely, and helps people notice strengths they already have. Goals are practical and measurable, like reducing panic episodes or improving sleep and routine. Mackenzie offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules.
She works with adults in Michigan and conducts sessions in English. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule based on availability.
Credentials
- LMSW (Michigan)
- License 6801114916 · expires July 2028
- NPI
- 1568199354 · national provider identifier
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Focus areas and approaches
Everything Mackenzie lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- LGBT
- Trauma and abuse
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Parenting issues
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Attachment issues
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Body image
- Co-morbidity
- Control issues
- Dissociation
- Family problems
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Jealousy
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Young adult issues
Approaches Mackenzie names
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Naming an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist lists and does not check training records.
Online support
How attachment work and skills-based therapy translate online
Attachment-based work looks at how early relationship patterns affect feelings and behavior today. Online sessions can help people notice those patterns, name what feels familiar, and try different responses in everyday life to improve connection and self-understanding.Client-centered therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and following each person’s pace. In remote sessions this means the therapist stays present, reflects what’s said, and helps clients find their own solutions rather than imposing a plan.
Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, teaches practical strategies to change thinking and behavior. It can be used online to target panic, anxiety, low mood, and unhelpful routines through homework, thought records, and step-by-step behavior changes.
Choosing the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will talk with each person about needs, goals, and preferences and then try approaches that fit. Adjustments are common and expected as work progresses, with a focus on what helps most in daily life.
Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video lets people use body language and visual cues, phone can be easier when bandwidth is limited, and messaging works for quick check-ins or when a shorter touchpoint fits a busy day. These options make scheduling easier and let people keep continuity of care across locations and life changes.
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Frequently asked
What concerns does Mackenzie commonly address?
She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, anger, grief, and parenting strain, among other concerns listed in her practice focus.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach is collaborative and client-centered, with a practical focus on skills and small, achievable goals.
What is her professional background?
She has five years of professional experience and has worked extensively in the public school system as a School Social Worker and behavioral health provider.
What credentials and region apply to this therapist?
She holds an LMSW - Licensed Master of Social Work - and is based in Michigan.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats does she offer?
She provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different needs and schedules.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are delivered through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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