Michelle Mackness
MC, APPA
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
Courtenay, BC V9N
Let's Connect (587) 416-5762
Dialogue for Truth and Human Flourishing - Feeling stuck, overthinking, or frustrated by diagnostic labels? With 25 years in mental health, including 11 years as a clinical counsellor and 18 years of meditative practice, I now offer philosophical counselling (PC). PC respects your capacity for self-reflection, desire for truth, and agency as a rational being. Drawing on Socratic inquiry, Stoic resilience, Existentialist authenticity, and Buddhist mindfulness I work with you to cultivate an examined life.
I help clients navigate complex relationships, moral dilemmas, existential crises, or life-altering events. My non-clinical approach uses dialogue and meditative practices with Socratic, Stoic, and Buddhist insights to explore values and gain clarity. Philosophical counselling is not psychotherapy nor a replacement for it. PC is a path to flourishing.
As a dialogical partner, I offer a respectful space to explore life’s beauty, pain, and challenges, with respect for your beliefs. My reality-based approach, rooted in our shared human condition, cultivates deep dialogue. I will help you reflect and live authentically, free from labels. Contact me to begin your journey.
Call or Email Michelle Mackness now for a free 15 minute consultation - (587) 416-5762
Let's Connect (587) 416-5762
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $200
Payment Methods
e-Transfer, PaypalQualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Membership with American Philosophical Practitioner Association Michelle Mackness
- In Practice for 11 years
- Attended City University of Seattle, Vancouver, BC, Graduated 2013
- Membership with Therapy First 2021
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Life-altering events
- Grief
- Parenting
Expertise
- Cancer
- Career Guidance
- Family Conflict
- Geriatric and Seniors
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Moral dilemmas
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Women's Issues
2 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
I also speak
French - working knowledge
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
I also speak
French - working knowledge
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Coaching
- Existential
- Mindfulness
- Motivational Interviewing
- Wisdom Traditions
Location
Additional Location
Courtenay, BC V9N
(587) 416-5762