MD, LCPC

Grace Chou, MD, LCPC

Therapist in Maryland

Grace is a MD, LCPC therapist in Maryland.

21+ years of experience
Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues
Approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy

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About Grace

Grace Chou is a Maryland-licensed therapist with 21 years of clinical experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, relationships, and life transitions. She combines cultural sensitivity with evidence-based methods to support clients working on self-esteem, career shifts, communication challenges, and family concerns. Grace creates a warm, client-centered space that welcomes individuals from diverse backgrounds, with particular attention to young adults and multicultural communities.

Holding an MD and an LCPC, she brings both medical training and counseling expertise to her practice - MD indicates a medical doctor and LCPC denotes a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. Over two decades in the field have given her practical skills in addressing workplace stress, grief, trauma and abuse, and caregiver fatigue, while also offering coaching for life purpose, financial stress, and parenting concerns.

Grace uses mindfulness and cognitive approaches alongside acceptance-based techniques and motivational interviewing to help clients build practical coping strategies and clarify values. She emphasizes collaboration, respect, and steady support as clients move toward greater self-awareness and resilience. Grace offers services in English and Mandarin and is open to working with international clients from her Maryland practice.

Evidence-Based Approaches for Online Support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and developing psychological flexibility - it helps people accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that match what matters most. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, making it useful for anxiety, depression, and stress management. Client-Centered Therapy centers the client’s experience and supports growth through empathic listening and collaboration, which can be especially helpful for relationship and self-esteem concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of therapy, and Grace works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time so the work remains aligned with what the client wants to achieve.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access licensed professionals from different locations while preserving a consistent therapeutic relationship.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Grace Chou have?

Grace Chou has 21 years of professional experience in clinical practice.

Is Grace Chou a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credentials MD and LCPC and is licensed with the designation LC1599.

In which languages does Grace Chou provide therapy?

Therapy is offered in English and Mandarin.

Where is Grace Chou located?

Grace Chou is located in Maryland.

How can I work with Grace Chou as my therapist?

Clients can work with Grace Chou through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Grace Chou work with international clients?

Yes. Grace Chou works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Grace Chou cost?

Costs can vary depending on factors such as location and therapist availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with Grace Chou. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.