Mackenzie Dechand, MA. LMHCA

LOCATION:

LifeWorks Counseling: 6202 Constitution Drive Suite D. Fort Wayne, IN 46804

BIOGRAPHY:

Mackenzie Dechand is a compassionate and dedicated therapist who holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Grace College. She brings valuable experience in providing teenagers, young adults, and family therapy. She has a deep commitment to walking alongside clients on their journey toward healing and growth. Mackenzie has worked with a wide range of clients, including those managing anxiety, depression, and relational challenges.

Her professional background includes facilitating therapy groups focused on anxiety and depression. Mackenzie’s professional experiences have shaped her holistic, person-centered approach to care—blending clinical insight with practical life strategies. Mackenzie is passionate about fostering a safe, nonjudgmental environment where clients can build resilience, improve communication, and experience genuine transformation in their mental and emotional well-being. Mackenzie’s specialty area is helping teenagers and parents navigate difficult challenges they encounter and promote ultimate healing.

Mackenzie loves being a therapist! However, when she is not being a therapist, she also enjoys spending time at home with her fiancé and two cats. She loves reading, quilting, crafting, and playing video games. She also loves to travel, hike, and garden. 

Mackenzie accepts all types of Medicaid’s, which includes MDWise, Anthem Medicaid, Humana Healthy Horzines, Traditional Medicaid, Caresource Medicaid, Children’s Insurance Health Program (CHIP), MHS, Cigna, Aetna, PHP, and EAP insurances. Hannah also accepts a self pay/sliding scale option.

License Number: 88002536A

Types of Therapy

• REBT
• Compassion-Focused Therapy
• Humanistic Therapy
• Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy
• Narrative Therapy
• Relational Therapy
• Strength-Based Therapy
• Positive Psychology
• Person-Centered Therapy
• Play Therapy

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Email: mdechand@lifeworks-counseling.org

Fort Wayne’s Phone Number: 260-432-0066 Ext. 315

Fort Wayne’s Fax Number: 260-432-8503