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Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, MA, MFA, NCC, CGCS
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Mackenzie Kozak

Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, MA, MFA, NCC, CGCS (she, her)

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Available in-person
44 Merrimon Avenue Asheville, NC 28801
As humans, I believe we need a soft place to land. Being in the world brings with it a variety of feelings, thoughts, and sensations, but often we struggle to find space in our lives to process these experiences. I believe the connection and safety offered through individual therapy creates an opportunity to name the parts of us that feel painful or confusing or joyful — to allow us to move toward greater self-acceptance by noticing and being heard.
I am a mental health counselor and a poet. My passion for language informs my work as a counselor because I have a strong belief in the power of naming. I have experience working with adults who are suffering with the questions and symptoms of living, including grief, depression, anxiety, & self-esteem. My style is warm, strengths-based, & person-centered.
I am here to meet you where you are, as you are. If you are interested in scheduling a session, I encourage you to reach out to me via email or phone to see if we would be a good fit.
Call or Mackenzie Kozak now for a free 15 minute consultation - (828) 332-5185

My Practice at a Glance

Available in-person

Inner Word Counseling

44 Merrimon Avenue

Asheville, NC 28801 map

(828) 332-5185
My website
I offer in-person sessions Monday through Thursday from 10 am to 5 pm in Asheville.
I specialize in Grief, Depression and Self Esteem 
$140 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (828) 332-5185
Photo of Mackenzie Kozak, Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, MA, MFA, NCC, CGCS

My Practice at a Glance

Available in-person

Inner Word Counseling

44 Merrimon Avenue

Asheville, NC 28801 map

(828) 332-5185
My website
I offer in-person sessions Monday through Thursday from 10 am to 5 pm in Asheville.
I specialize in Grief, Depression and Self Esteem 
$140 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $140
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Meritain Health
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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Mackenzie Kozak
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, MA, MFA, NCC, CGCS
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (828) 332-5185
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Mackenzie Kozak
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, MA, MFA, NCC, CGCS
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (828) 332-5185

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of North Carolina / 16071 Mackenzie Kozak
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Lenoir-Rhyne University Asheville, MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Certified Grief Counseling Specialist 2021
  • Degree/Diploma from University of North Carolina at Greensboro MFA in Creative Writing / 2015
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Mackenzie Kozak
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, MA, MFA, NCC, CGCS
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (828) 332-5185
Photo of Mackenzie Kozak, Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, MA, MFA, NCC, CGCS
Mackenzie Kozak
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, MA, MFA, NCC, CGCS
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (828) 332-5185

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Grief
  • Depression
  • Self Esteem

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Codependency
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Relationship Issues
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Spirituality
  • Women's Issues
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Mackenzie Kozak
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, MA, MFA, NCC, CGCS
Do these issues align with your needs? or (828) 332-5185
Photo of Mackenzie Kozak, Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, MA, MFA, NCC, CGCS
Mackenzie Kozak
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, MA, MFA, NCC, CGCS
Do these issues align with your needs? or (828) 332-5185

9 Endorsements

Tatiana Martinez
Tatiana Martinez
Licensed Clinical Mental Health CounselorLCMHC
Mackenzie's authenticity and natural warmth creates a space that allows others to truly show up as themselves without fear of judgement. I have felt so grateful to be able to refer clients to Mackenzie knowing they would be in great hands.
Kristi Vaamonde
Kristi Vaamonde
CounselorMSLCMHCSEPATR-BCREAT
Mackenzie Kozak is an amazing therapist! I had the pleasure of working with her at an agency and I was taken by her kindness, wisdom, and advanced therapeutic skills. She creates such a space of safety, healing, and support.
Renee Minx
Renee Minx
Clinical Social Work/TherapistMSWLCSWLCASCSI
Mackenzie is one of the most safe and loving therapists I’ve met. I would trust my closest people in a vulnerable space with her.
John Benton
John Benton
Drug & Alcohol CounselorCADCICADC
Mackenzie's commitment to providing safety, authenticity, and love to the therapeutic relationship I feel is what makes her stand out as a therapist that fully encompasses the ability to walk with anyone in their journey to healing.
Lexie Lanfrank
Lexie Lanfrank
Licensed Clinical Mental Health CounselorLCMHC
Mackenzie is someone who will truly sit with you in your pain and suffering, who isn't afraid to go into the depths. To be with her is a conglomeration of delight, kindness, warmth, and reverence.
Tori Essex
Tori Essex
MSLCMHCALLC
Mackenzie is warm and easy to open up to. She is trustworthy and provides clients with compassion, consistency, and an opportunity to connect deeper with themselves.

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Queer Allied

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Queer Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Existential
  • Expressive Arts
  • Humanistic
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Strength-Based
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Mackenzie Kozak
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, MA, MFA, NCC, CGCS
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (828) 332-5185
Photo of Mackenzie Kozak, Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, MA, MFA, NCC, CGCS
Mackenzie Kozak
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, MA, MFA, NCC, CGCS
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (828) 332-5185

Location

Primary Location

Inner Word Counseling

44 Merrimon Avenue

Asheville, NC 28801

(828) 332-5185

Nearby Areas

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I offer in-person sessions Monday through Thursday from 10 am to 5 pm in Asheville.
Photo of Mackenzie Kozak, Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, MA, MFA, NCC, CGCS
Mackenzie Kozak
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, MA, MFA, NCC, CGCS
Call for a free consultation now - (828) 332-5185
"
I offer in-person sessions Monday through Thursday from 10 am to 5 pm in Asheville.
Photo of Mackenzie Kozak, Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, MA, MFA, NCC, CGCS
Mackenzie Kozak
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, MA, MFA, NCC, CGCS
Call for a free consultation now - (828) 332-5185