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About Next Level You

Krista Mackenzie Co-Founder

I specialize in relationship coaching for individuals and couples navigating the unique challenges of long-distance relationships. Whether you’re in a partnership with a pilot, marine, seafarer, or anyone whose career takes them away for extended periods, I help you strengthen trust, set healthy boundaries, and identify key areas to optimize your connection — no matter the miles between you.

Drawing from both my academic training and lived experience, I understand the intricacies of maintaining a relationship while separated. Having worked on board cruise ships, I personally navigated long-distance dynamics with my partner, balancing the demands of my job with the social complexities of traveling jobs. Additionally, I have firsthand experience raising a family while my spouse worked abroad for several months each year, which gives me a deep understanding of the loneliness and insecurities often faced by the partner at home.

On the corporate side, I offer tailored coaching to support career advancement. This includes CV/resume writing, interview preparation, salary negotiation, and job transition strategies. Whether you're just starting out or transitioning to a new role, I help you position yourself confidently and authentically to reach your professional goals

LAURA A. CO-FOUNDER

As a single mom who transformed her life heavily at mid-stage, I understand the challenges of transformation, resilience, and rebuilding life on your own terms. I am a Certified Professional Coach in the process of my International Coaching Federation Accreditation.

Specialties: Consulting and Coaching

Midlife career transitions and reinvention

Navigating divorce and separation with resilience

Single parent empowerment and work-life balance

Leadership development for women reclaiming their power

Confidence building and self-discovery

Goal setting and accountability for lasting change

What is Coaching vs Consulting?

Often misinterpreted as advice-giving or just social media-heavy marketing, our academy trained coaching involves:

Deep Listening: Coaches are trained to hear what’s said—and what’s not—and reflect it back to you.
Powerful Questions: Think: “What’s the cost of staying stuck?” or “What belief is driving this choice?”
Accountability: Coaches help track your progress (and challenge you when needed).
Tools & Frameworks: Many coaches bring in models (e.g., values clarification, saboteur awareness, somatic practices) tailored to your goals.

Consulting:

Leveraging education, academy training, and career experience we also offer consulting which does provide advice, expertise, tools and resources. With coaching, the accountability and empowerment lies with the client and when you book a consultant, we equip you with the answers and solutions to your needs.

Sessions

Teams/Group Corporate coaching

We solve challenges that may interfere with your operation whether it be leadership development, creating synergy amongst teams or implementing structure. We ensure that you are achieving your goals and KPI's, by partnering with you to deliver a tailored coaching program

Interview and Career Consulting

Unlock your potential with expert career guidance and personalized interview coaching. Whether you're changing careers, climbing the ladder, or preparing for a big interview,we will help you build confidence, sharpen your skills, and stand out to employers. Let’s take the next step in your career—together.

Cruise Career Coaching

Set Sail for Success: Cruise Ship Career Coaching

Whether you're looking to land your first cruise ship job or level up while onboard, Cruise Ship Career Coaching helps you navigate the unique world of ship life with confidence. We provide mentoring on how to write a CV in an Ai era, what cruise lines look for and help you develop those skills. If you're already onboard, our coaching program provides you the solutions to achieving higher ranks, getting noticed, and managing onboard pressure.

Relationship Coaching

Does your relationship need support? Has infidelity created a break in your connection? Coaching provides personalized guidance for partners looking to enhance their relationship and communication skills, or other goals. We can also help partners move forward through the difficult process of separation without the cost of mediation. We offer a safe and non-judgmental space for all types of relationships, welcoming throuples, open relationships, polyamorous and monogamous types to name a few.

NEW *Anonymous Video Coaching

For select coaching and mentoring areas, you can now complete an anonymous questionnaire. One of our expert coaches will review your responses and send a personalized video reply straight to your email.

This is a cost-effective way to get thoughtful, tailored support—while keeping your identity completely private, if that’s important to you.

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1:1 Sessions

Need support even if you can't figure out what's missing? When life feels heavy, unclear, or off-track, coaching creates space to breathe, reflect, and reconnect with what matters most. It helps you untangle what’s holding you back, make sense of what you’re feeling, and find a way forward that feels true to you.

Strategy Call

You wouldn’t swipe right and immediately book a weekend getaway with someone, right? (I mean… unless they had a dog and a yacht.) So why would you jump into coaching without seeing if we actually vibe? This call is just us figuring out if we click—or if we’d both politely ghost each other afterwards.

In all seriousness, we utilize this free session to answer your questions, get to know one another and ensure that coaching is right for your situation!

Testimonials

Working with Mackenzie- Krista has been transformative for my professional development. During our sessions, she created a safe space that allowed me to explore my resistance to self-promotion and helped me recognize my true value. What impressed me most was her ability to guide me through a process where I discovered solutions on my own rather than simply giving advice. Through her skillful questioning and strategic approach, she helped me shift from feeling uncomfortable about promoting my coaching business to being genuinely excited about reaching out for testimonials. Mackenzie has a gift for identifying emotional patterns and creating breakthrough moments - in just one session, she completely transformed my perspective. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a coach who can blend emotional intelligence with practical strategies for professional growth. ~ Alex Lee

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Working with Mackenzie has been a really good experience for me. She has this way of hearing the things I’m not even saying and helping me connect the dots in a way that feels safe, supportive, and real. She's kind, thoughtful, and knows exactly when to nudge me to look a little deeper without it feeling heavy or overwhelming. Every time we’ve worked together, I’ve left feeling clearer, lighter, and more confident in my next steps. ~Kelly

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Over the course of our weekly coaching exchange sessions, I got to know not only Mackenzie's warm and supportive presence, but also the powerful impact of her coaching. As a coach, Mackenzie consistently holds space in a way that allows for deep self-discovery. She has a remarkable ability to pick up on key words and ask insightful questions that inspire deeper thinking and reflection. In my experience of being coached by her, I found the sessions incredibly empowering. Each conversation evoked greater awareness within me and helped me identify actionable next steps. Her life and work experiences, along with her thoughtful reflections, have brought valuable perspectives that have enriched my own growth. She is a wonderful partner to work with — supportive, insightful, and genuinely committed to growing alongside those around her. I am deeply grateful to have crossed paths with Mackenzie. ~ Donna Y

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the difference between a life coach and a therapist?

While both life coaches and therapists help individuals improve their lives, therapists typically focus on addressing mental health issues and past traumas, while life coaches focus on helping individuals achieve their goals and improve their overall well-being. It is forward facing, and is best fitted to people who have already recovered with therapy, or are in a stable frame of mind. At times, it can coincide with therapy treatments. Our chemistrycalls will help you to determine if life coaching is a fit for you at this time.

What is your approach to goal-setting?

Our approach to goal-setting is to help clients identify specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals. However, we recognize research that shows goal-setting can have negative effects on people if they are overloaded and not carefully assigned, and monitored. We metaphorically help you "prescribe your own goals", monitor the effects and help to ensure that they are serving a purpose to you.

How do you handle confidentiality?

Confidentiality is of utmost importance at our coaching practice. We adhere to the International Coach Federation's (ICF) Code of Ethics, which includes strict guidelines for maintaining client confidentiality. The only exception to this is in the event of a court ordered circumstance or if our coaches have reason to believe that a client is a danger to themselves or others.

Do You Prescribe Medication?

Life coaching is an unlicensed field, and unlike other psychiatric or medical professions, coaches cannot issue medication nor do they offer advice. True, ICF accredited approaches to coaching, give the client the platform to do more of the talking. Coaches use their education and experience to ask questions and guide clients towards their goal and their purpose. When executed appropriately, it is an incredible empowering experience that leaves you feeling more confident and with a higher purpose or self-worth.

Our coaches are trained at Canada Coach Academy and have or are in the final stages of receiving their diplomas and ICF accreditation.

Do You Offer Discounts?

During the chemistrycall, our coaches will determine your desired outcome and recommend a number of sessions. When multiple sessions are prebooked and prepaid, our coaches will offer a discount. They may also make some exceptions or offer promotional rates when clients have proof of financial hardship. Discounts are not guaranteed until a coach has extended one. Members will always have the option of discounted options to choose from.

Do I Have To Turn My Camera On During Sessions?

During Virtual Sessions, we ask that your camera is on to ensure that no one else is present. This is to ensure coach and client confidentiality and to enhance the connection. We do offer relationship and group coaching. However, some people prefer to have their camera off and so long as you are abiding by the waiver and confidentiality agreements, you may choose to have your camera off.

Rise from it. Book a Coach or Consultant to guide you through it.

Rise from it. Book a Coach or Consultant to guide you through it.