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We are a compassion-based, spiritually-informed, holistically-minded mental health counseling and holistic services agency. We rely heavily on our fundraising events, community outreach and news about our work to support our mission.
May Is Mental Health Awareness Month: A Time to Turn Compassion Into Action
Every May, communities across the United States come together to recognize Mental Health Awareness Month—a national observance that has existed since 1949. Originally established by Mental Health America, the month was created to educate the public about mental health, reduce stigma, and promote access to care. More than 75 years later, the mission remains just … Read more
Walking with Purpose: Karen Donnellan’s Journey for Mental Health
Sometimes a journey is more than miles traveled. Sometimes it is an act of remembrance, love, and hope. In September 2025, Karen Donnellan, a board member of Maria Droste Counseling Services, undertook a remarkable pilgrimage along the Camino de Santiago, walking nearly 400 miles from Lisbon, Portugal to Santiago, Spain. Each step was taken in … Read more
Emcee Spotlight: Lisa Donovan — Bringing Heart, Humor, and Connection to Fashion for Compassion
We are thrilled to welcome Lisa Donovan as the emcee for our 2026 Fashion for Compassion event! Lisa’s path to radio is anything but conventional. After a decade in public relations, including roles as Senior Manager of Public Relations for Coach Inc. in New York City and Vice President of Kortenhaus Communications in Boston, Lisa … Read more
Keynote Speaker Spotlight: Liam Martin—Using His Voice to Change the Conversation Around Mental Health
We believe that storytelling has the power to change lives. That’s why we are honored to welcome Liam Martin as this year’s featured speaker at our 2026 Fashion for Compassion event. Liam is an Emmy Award–winning journalist and mental health advocate whose career has been defined by empathy, authenticity, and a commitment to telling meaningful … Read more
Fashion for Compassion Returns — and You Won’t Want to Miss It
Tuesday, May 19, 2026 · 6:00 PM · Granite Links, Quincy, MA Mark your calendars. Fashion for Compassion is back! Dazzling runway looks. Extraordinary stories. A community united behind a cause that has never mattered more. Join Maria Droste Counseling Services on May 19, 2026, 6 pm at the stunning Granite Links in Quincy, MA … Read more
Walking Toward Hope: A Look Back at the 2025 ‘Compassion in Every Step’ Spring Fundraiser
We are overjoyed to reflect on the success of our 2025 Compassion in Every Step spring fundraiser, held on May 14 at Granite Links. This unforgettable evening brought together friends, families, supporters, and advocates-all united by a shared belief in the importance of mental health care for all. Thanks to your generosity, passion, and presence, … Read more
Music for Mental Health Event – A Wonderful Night of Support!
On Friday, we celebrated our second annual Music for Mental Health event at ALBA on 53 in Hanover. Friends and supporters came together for an evening of lively music from the Molly Maguires, delicious food, and great company, helping us raise nearly $6,000 for our mission of providing accessible, compassion-based mental health care. Guests enjoyed … Read more
Reflecting on the Success of ‘Compassion in Every Step’: Highlights from Our Annual Spring Fundraiser for Mental Health
We are thrilled to share the highlights and successes of our annual spring fundraiser for mental health, ‘Compassion in Every Step.’ This year’s event surpassed all expectations, thanks to our community’s incredible support and participation. Thank you to everyone who attended our annual fundraiser at Granite Links on May 1, 2024. Your presence, engagement, and … Read more
Press Release: MDCS and TBF Safety Net Grant 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 5, 2024 Kelly Banks – p: 617.471.5686, x405 Kelly@mariadrostecounseling.com Quincy, MA – Maria Droste Counseling Services, Inc. (MDCS) announced they received a $50,000 grant from the Boston Foundation in support of their mission to provide mental health counseling and holistic therapies that are compassion-based and affordable to all in need. “This … Read more
Maria Droste Counseling Services received a $50,000 grant through The Boston Foundation and their Safety Net Grant Program
Maria Droste Counseling Services has received a $50,000 grant from the Boston Foundation to continue our work of providing mental health services to anyone in need. Funds for this grant come from the Boston Foundation’s Permanent Fund for Boston, an endowed pool of funds built over a century by generous contributors who want to help … Read more
Articles & Press
Seven Low-Cost Counseling Services Near Boston
(Source: Boston Magazine)
Hundreds Turn Out To Support Maria Droste Counseling Services
(Source: Bill Brett Boston)
Maria Droste in Quincy wins $5,000 grant from
Mass Bankers
(Source: The Patriot Ledger)
Maria Droste Counseling Agency Adds Space and a
New Group
(Source: The Patriot Ledger)
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