Hello! I’m Dr. Muneet Kaur Malhi, and I’m so glad you’re here!
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist experienced in working with individuals across the lifespan through individual, family, and group therapy. I have a particular passion for supporting adolescents and young adults as they navigate significant life transitions and develop their sense of identity. My clinical expertise includes helping clients manage anxiety, depression, and the lasting impacts of childhood trauma.
As a Punjabi Sikh Canadian currently residing in the United States, I bring a rich personal understanding of cultural complexities and the nuances of bicultural identity. I am a cisgender woman and heterosexual, and I am deeply aware of how the intersectionality of my own identities—and those of my clients—shapes the therapeutic experience. My practice is grounded in cultural humility and an anti-oppressive framework, allowing me to approach each client with curiosity, respect, and a commitment to empowerment and communal healing.
My therapeutic approach is rooted in Systems Theory, which acknowledges that our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are deeply influenced by the social environments and systems we inhabit. In therapy, I collaborate with clients to explore the various systems they interact with and to understand how these influence their sense of self. To support authentic change, I utilize Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients identify their core values and cultivate psychological flexibility. I explore themes such as bicultural straddling and enculturation, recognizing how conflicting values can impact wellbeing. Additionally, I integrate traditional healing practices when appropriate, offering a decolonized approach to therapy that honors diverse cultural frameworks alongside Western psychological methods. Central to my practice is the encouragement of intentionality and living fully in the present moment.
I firmly believe that being a psychologist is my calling, and this work continually enriches my life. Currently based in Chicago’s West Loop, I enjoy exploring the city’s culinary scene with my partner, reading fantasy romance novels, and spending time with our dog, Jatt. When I need a little comfort, I often turn to binge-watching Twilight or classic 2000s Shah Rukh Khan movies.
Dr. Malhi graduated from Adler University in 2024 with her Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Clinical Psychology. She completed her Post-Doctoral Internship with Advocate’s Childhood Trauma Treatment Program following the completion of her APA Internship in Aurora, Colorado at the Asian Pacific Developmental Center. Dr. Malhi has trained in community mental health centers, residential and inpatient settings.
Dr. Malhi is licensed to provide therapeutic services in Illinois and Iowa.
Mun & Mind Therapy was born from my own journey—navigating life between cultures, values, and identities as a Punjabi Sikh Canadian immigrant living in the United States. The name reflects this bridge: Mun (ਮਨ), the Punjabi word for the inner self, where emotions, thoughts, and spirit meet; and Mind, the universal capacity for reflection, understanding, and growth.
This practice is a space where cultural heritage and modern psychology come together to honor the whole person. I understand firsthand the complexities of bicultural life—the tension of reconciling traditional values with new environments, the experience of feeling both belonging and otherness, and the challenge of finding an authentic self amid these forces.
At Mun & Mind Therapy, I am committed to creating a culturally humble, anti-oppressive space where BIPOC clients, especially those from South Asian backgrounds, can explore these dynamics safely. My approach integrates evidence-based therapies with traditional healing practices and a systemic lens that honors the contexts shaping our identities.
Here, healing means more than symptom relief; it means empowerment, self-discovery, and living intentionally aligned with your core values—whether that involves navigating intergenerational differences, managing racial trauma, or simply seeking balance in a complex world.
Mun & Mind is not just a name—it is a commitment to walking alongside you as you develop a resilient, authentic self that thrives in all areas of life.