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Maria is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC), having earned her Master of Arts in Counseling from Colorado Christian University. Previously in private practice, she is now happily part of a great team at Compass. Maria values your story, race, culture, religion, gender and sexual orientation, and enjoys working with all ages. You are a unique individual, and her therapy approach will be designed for you and your specific needs. She understands that embracing vulnerability and seeking counseling takes a lot of courage, and she holds your story with honor, empathy and hope. She works alongside you as you process past or present traumas, adjust to life transitions, explore your identity or purpose, or struggle with chronic emotional, mental, or behavioral issues. She has a daughter, three sons, and one grandson. Born and raised in Colorado, she came to Kansas for her undergraduate degree in 1993. Maria attended Sterling College, with a Bachelor of Science in Christian Education with an Emphasis in Youth and Family Ministries. She lived in Wichita and Eldorado prior to moving to Dodge City in 2002. In her spare time, Maria enjoys time with her loved ones, reading, refinishing furniture, building projects, playing the piano and travelling.