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Maria Droste in the Community

May 16, 2016 – Sue Kamler, former private practice therapist and current staff member, received the Bridge Builders Award from our neighbors at The Center for Spirituality at Work. The Bridge Builders Award recognizes Sue for her work in connecting with people who are often marginalized and need someone to build a bridge to services and compassionate care. Please see the attachment from the program describing Sue’s contributions and the award she was given.

Sue has served Maria Droste in so many roles since she first became involved with this organization in 1994. She saw clients in her private practice here for 21 years, and served as the Director of Intake Services (now Access Center) for 20 years. Sue is currently our Lead Administrative Assistant, bringing her warm and welcoming spirit to the front desk to greet any clients and visitors at Maria Droste Counseling Center. We are so grateful for Sue’s heart of gold and her dedication to the mission of Maria Droste Counseling Center through the years.

Congratulations, Sue! This recognition is well-deserved! Thank you also to the Center for Spirituality at Work, for your mission to unite diverse peoples for spiritual transformation and social justice.

Janet Ferguson, LMFT, (left) and COAMFT President, Jenn Matheson, PhD, LMFT (right)

March 19, 2016 – Graduate of Maria Droste’s 2013-2014 intern cohort, Janet Ferguson, LMFT, was awarded ‘Therapist of the Year’ for 2016 by the Colorado Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (COAMFT) at the annual COAMFT meeting. Janet is also currently a therapist in the Maria Droste Children First Program at Palmer Elementary School.

Thank you, Janet, for your service to mental health in Colorado! We’re so proud of the work you do!

Spring Blossoms Gala Award Honorees

Marge Cashman Service Award: Awarded to individuals whose dedication and personal efforts have advanced the mission of Maria Droste Counseling Center and contributed to its success.

2018 Gala | Lisa Ransford, LPC, CACII, Private Practice Member
2017 Gala | Cathy Reano, Longtime Maria Droste Finance Volunteer
2016 Gala | Claudia Gray, MA, LPC, Private Practice Member
2016 Gala | Vanessa Mortillo, MA Candidate, Intern Therapist 2015-2016
2014 Gala | Peter Conti, LCSW, CAC III, Private Practice Member
2014 Gala | Hazel Field Melmed, LCSW, Private Practice Member
2014 Gala | Susan Walker, MHR, LMFT, Private Practice Member

Community Partnership Award: Awarded to an outside entity that has directly contributed to the mission of Maria Droste Counseling Center.
2018 Gala | Mercy Housing
2017 Gala | Most Precious Blood Catholic Community
2016 Gala | Munroe Elementary School & Dr. Abigail Brown, Principal
2014 Gala | Augustana Lutheran Church

Mental Health Leadership Award: Awarded to an individual who has provided significant leadership in the field of mental health, benefiting the entire community.
2018 Gala | Joel Chapa, PsyD, Member and Former President of MDCC Board of Directors
2016 Gala | Linda McKinzie, LCSW, Private Practice Member and retired CEO
2014 Gala | Jeanne M. Rohner, former President and CEO of Mental Health America of Colorado

Informational Videos

Partners in Healing Video Series – Coming Soon

Spring Blossoms Gala – Saturday, April 29, 2017 – Coming Soon

Spring Blossoms Gala – Thursday, April 21, 2016 – Award Honoree and Organization Education Videos
Children First Positive Outcomes: Gabe’s Story – Coming soon
Marge Cashman Service Award – Coming soon
Community Partnership Award – Coming soon
Mental Health Leadership Award – Coming soon

Spring Blossoms Gala – Thursday, April 3, 2014 – Award Honoree and Organization Education Videos
Children First Positive Outcomes: Sophia’s Story – Coming soon
Marge Cashman Service Award – Coming soon
Community Partnership Award – Coming soon
Mental Health Leadership Award – Coming soon

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