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- Stress and anxiety
- Grief and loss
- Motivation and self-esteem
About Adam
Adam MacKenzie, ID Psychologist 1171360 and ND Psychologist 642, is licensed in North Dakota and has six years of psychotherapy training experience plus one year of licensed practice. He helps people manage stress and anxiety, cope with grief and loss, and build motivation and self-esteem. His stated approach focuses on creating an open environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without judgment.
MacKenzie uses several clinical methods to address life changes and personal challenges. He draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to work on thoughts and behaviors that keep people stuck. He also uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy and Existential approaches when exploring relationships and life meaning. Motivational Interviewing helps with building readiness for change.
Sessions focus on clear goals and practical steps. He talks through coping strategies for anxiety, grief, and low self-worth. He addresses attachment and commitment concerns in ways that look at emotions and behavior patterns.
He lists additional focus areas including forgiveness, guilt and shame, loneliness, life purpose, men’s issues, veteran and armed forces issues, personality-related concerns, self-love, and social anxiety. These topics are approached by combining the methods named above to fit the client’s situation.
MacKenzie frames therapy as a collaborative process. He works with people to identify small, achievable changes. He invites clients to take practical steps toward clearer thinking and steadier coping. The emphasis is on ongoing work rather than quick fixes.
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Therapeutic approaches and how they translate to remote care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that reflect their values. It often supports those dealing with anxiety, low motivation, or life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can reduce anxiety and improve coping skills. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) centers on understanding emotions in relationships and can help with attachment and interpersonal issues.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will review goals, symptoms, and preferences with each client. That collaborative process guides whether ACT, CBT, EFT, or a mix of methods is most useful for a particular concern.
Confirm the current session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific options. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into daily life. It can reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins on busy days, and let clients connect from quieter surroundings or while taking a work break. Licensed professionals adapt exercises and homework for remote sessions so progress can continue between meetings.
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Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
North Dakota, Idaho
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, grief, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include attachment issues, commitment and control issues, guilt and shame, loneliness, and men's and veteran issues.
What therapy approaches does he use?
He uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. These methods are combined to match the client’s needs.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has six years of psychotherapy training experience and one year of licensed practice. That background guides his work on stress, grief, and motivation.
What are his credentials and where is he licensed?
He holds the credentials ID Psychologist 1171360 and ND Psychologist 642 and is licensed in North Dakota.
Does he offer sessions in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He accepts international clients. Confirm session logistics and suitability during the intake process.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the client’s chosen arrangement.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That starts the intake and planning process.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988.