About

Hello and THANK YOU for being here! First off, KUDOS to you for seeking additional support and getting yourself to this point. Life is hard enough and you don't need to figure it out alone. I am here to meet you wherever you are on your journey, and to actively listen, engage, empower, and support you. My philosophy is to see and treat people holistically—an individual, as a whole, is comprised of many intricate, complex, and interconnected moving parts that make up who they are. If a part is out of sync, then the individual may be affected emotionally, mentally, and/or physically. Healing and growth can occur when a person is seen and treated wholly. It is important to me to foster a safe and brave space. In doing so, I will be non-judgmental, respectful, and open-minded.

To determine if I meet your needs as a therapist, this is who I am professionally and personally:

My first name is Mai Khou ("My-Koo"). Professionally, I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in the state of Minnesota with 13 years of professional Social Work experience. I have expertise in the disabilities (both physically and developmentally) and mental health fields. I am well-versed in serving and working with people from diverse populations and demographics. My approach is person-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive. I utilize a variety of approaches and treatment modalities including Strengths-Based Approach, Solutions-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. One way I assist individuals to improve their quality of life is to guide them to mindfully and intentionally increase their skills to regulate their emotions, and to recognize and disrupt thoughts contributing to unproductive or harmful behaviors. I will work with you to offer support and guidance that is caring and effective.

I am a BIPOC clinician and my unique combination of personal and professional experiences makes me a well-rounded person and clinician. I can genuinely empathize and understand the many, and often unexpected, challenges life brings. I enjoy mentoring and helping people grow, especially students, new mothers/parents, caregivers, and working professionals. Those who know me, either professionally or personally, describe me as: wise beyond my years; having grit, resilience, and integrity; no-nonsense; conscientious; easy to talk with; honest; caring; empathetic; and responsible. I am a passionate life-long learner and believe in the importance of continued growth, discovery, and development.

If you decide to take that next step to connect with me, then I would be so honored to work with you! Wishing you peace!