No insurance. No barriers. Just care. 💛
That’s what Sara found at Maria Droste Counseling Services — and it changed the trajectory of her life and her children’s.
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“My name is Sara and I am a 25-year-old female with two young children. I began my therapeutic journey at Maria Droste Counseling Services two years ago shortly after my kids and I moved across the country to escape an abusive marriage. Given all of the trauma I had endured, I was very appreciative of Maria Droste’s warm, welcoming, and safe environment. I still remember my first call to the agency requesting help. I spoke with someone who was extremely compassionate and understood my unique needs. I explained that the insurance I carried did not cover mental health and that I could not afford to pay out-of-pocket. The intake specialist informed me about Maria Droste’s sliding scale fee, which enabled me to receive treatment during this very difficult time in my life. She also scheduled me immediately with a therapist who specialized in trauma. Working with someone skilled in this area was my highest priority, as I knew past counseling had not helped. Together, my therapist and I worked on issues that helped strengthen my resolve and to choose a better life not only for myself, but for my children. While my courage and resilient nature got me out of the abusive environment, the therapy helped me stay out! Even though I am still on the path to recovery, I can now say with confidence that we as a family unit are deserving of a loving and safe future. Day by day I am gaining my independence back as I go to school, work, and take care of my beautiful children.”