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Who We Are

Our Mission​

We don’t just train leaders—we help shift the systems they lead.

 

At MKO Collaborative, we exist to equip professionals and organizations with practical, trauma-focused, and people-centered training solutions. Whether you're leading a team, shaping policies, or serving clients on the front-lines, we help you create impact that lasts.

 

Our Vision 

To pioneer and revolutionize a new leadership landscape—one where healing-centered, culturally relevant practices are embedded into the very systems that shape our communities. At MKO Collaborative, we believe wellness should never be an afterthought, but the foundation of how professionals lead, serve, and sustain impact.

 

Our Approach

At MKO Collaborative, our approach merges clinical expertise with culturally relevant, emotionally attuned strategies that professionals can use right away. Each experience is trauma-informed, grounded in real-world application, and designed to strengthen leadership wellness and emotional intelligence. Beyond equipping individuals, our trainings are built to help transform the systems they serve—promoting long-term, people-centered impact.​

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Who We Serve

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Why We Do This Work
The world has enough unhealed leaders.
It’s time for a shift. No more leading from burnout, anxiety, imposter syndrome, or unresolved trauma. At MKO Collaborative, we believe wellness is not a luxury—it’s a leadership requirement. When leaders are well, systems become well. That’s the heartbeat of everything we build—transformation that starts with people but doesn’t stop there.

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Clinicians &

Mental Health Professionals 

Coaches & Trainers

Educators & School Leadership Teams

Small Business Owners

Corporate &

Nonprofit Executives

Faithbased Leaders

Government Officials

& Agencies

First Responders

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Meet the Founder - Dr. Marrika King-Ortiz, Founder, Clinical Strategist & Program Developer 

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A nationally recognized clinical strategist, program developer, and leadership trainer with over 15 years of experience in mental health, wellness, and systems change. As the visionary behind MKO Collaborative, she specializes in helping professionals and organizations bridge the gap between trauma-focused care and practical implementation. Her work is deeply rooted in emotional intelligence, cultural relevance, and people-centered leadership.

In addition to her role at MKO Collaborative, Dr. Marrika is an internationally sought-after speaker. She brings a powerful voice to conferences, leadership summits, and global conversations around healing and transformation. For speaking engagements, coaching & consulting, visit DrMarrika.com.

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MKO Collaborative

Cypress, TX 77429

346.298.3995

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