Maria is a psychotherapist and a healer. She has been in the social services field since 1973 and became licensed as a clinical social work after she receive her Master's degree (MSW) in 1981.

Her career has been wide in scope and depth.

She started a residential treatment program for drug addicted adolescents, started the first outpatient chemical dependency service at the Albany Veterans Medical Center in 1990, modernized a homeless program for addicted veterans in 1995 and regulated a social service non-profit in starting in 1998, an organization she served for 13 years. As a social work direct practitioner she has served populations including the homeless, addicted, abused and neglected children and the mentally ill.

Currently Maria also offers a variety of classes, teachings and programs. 

She is a practicing psychotherapist located in Albany, NY, and sponsors a weekly soul mind body wellness group that meets there.

As a counselor and a spiritual teacher, Maria provides counseling and services to teens, adults, couples, and families.

She offers sessions an services both locally and via remote sessions, and webinars.

Maria is available for travel to conduct or participate in events, and welcomes the opportunity to speak with you.