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You can tell trauma-informed and ethical stories that have a huge impact.
Let’s Work Together
I offer comprehensive trainings for teams and individuals, guiding them to develop trauma-informed systems and mindsets within their storytelling ecosystems.
When Bearing Witness™ Team Trainings
I’ll provide your team or members with interactive virtual or in-person training for your upcoming conference, summit, or retreat. Attendees will feel equipped with actionable insights and resources grounded in kindness and empathy.
When Bearing Witness™ Certification Program
This program is a comprehensive Trauma-Informed Storytelling Certification that combines self-paced learning modules, live virtual integration sessions, and practical resources to equip storytellers with the skills needed to approach narratives in a way that promotes safety and minimizes harm.
World Changers I’ve Trained
My Values
We deserve kindness, empathy, and grace as we wade through making a lasting social impact.
Kindness
Overburdened and stressed nonprofit leaders need abundant kindness. I’m not here to tell you what you’re doing wrong but to guide you, support you, and celebrate you.
Empathy
We’re working in and through tough stuff. I see you. I trust the realities of your best achievements and your tallest barriers.
Grace
Wherever you are on your journey to pursue trauma-informed and ethical storytelling, I applaud you! I provide a safe space to unlearn and learn again. We’re in this together.
Maria's passion for the topic shone through, and her genuine and caring nature made me comfortable with participating in the discussions.
- Summer Price, Hillhouse Creative
Maria’s passion and conviction were evident, and the attendees profited from her expert guidance. Her clear and enthusiastic presentation was informative and practical. If you want to learn how to market with impact, I enthusiastically recommend Maria as a trainer for your organization.
- Greg Scully, 501 Commons
Maria's approach is thoughtful and patient. From the way she breaks down concepts to the cadence of her workshop, she makes marketing and storytelling feel unhurried and artful.
- Sinclaire Dickinson, The Institute for Humane Education
Maria was a fantastic addition to our thought leadership webinar series. Her presentation was informative and interactive, with many attendees interested in learning more from her after the session. We can't wait to have her back!
-Kate Kramer, CFRE, Bloomerang
Maria's patient, thoughtful, and articulate teaching helped provide clarity, organization, and a foundation for success.
- Savannah Wallace, Anderson Advisors
