Hello,
Meet Maria
Professional Highlights
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🩺 Registered Nurse with 5+ years of experience
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🌿 Trained in evidence-informed nurse coaching
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🌎 Bilingual (English & Spanish)
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❤️ Wellness Committee Leader for Wake County
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🤝 Evidence-informed, whole-person approach to wellness
My Story
Hi, I'm Maria, a Registered Nurse, Nurse Coach, wife, and mom.
For years, I dedicated my career to caring for others. But after becoming a new mom, I realized how easy it is to put yourself at the bottom of the priority list.
As I navigated the joys and challenges of motherhood while experiencing the grief of losing my dad unexpectely, I slowly began to lose myself. I felt constantly overwhelmed, anxious, exhausted, forgetful, and disconnected from the person I used to be. I was always taking care of everyone else, yet I rarely gave myself permission to slow down or care for my own well-being. Like so many others, I felt guilty whenever I tried to make time for myself.
As a nurse, I knew these feelings weren't something I wanted to ignore. I also knew I wanted to explore a holistic approach before turning to medication. I believed there had to be another way, not a quick fix, but sustainable changes that supported both my mind and body.
During my annual wellness visit, I expected everything to come back normal. Despite how I felt, I still considered myself "healthy." When my blood work showed elevated cholesterol, I was surprised. That moment became a turning point.
I realized that health isn't simply the absence of disease, it's how we care for ourselves every day.
I committed to making intentional lifestyle changes. I prioritized regular movement, nourishing my body with healthier foods, improving my sleep, practicing breathwork and yoga, reconnecting with friends, and giving myself permission to slow down and care for myself without guilt.
Those small, consistent changes transformed how I felt. My energy returned. My mindset improved. My blood work returned to normal. Most importantly, I felt like myself again.
That journey inspired me to become a Nurse Coach.
Today, my mission is to help others create lasting lifestyle changes that fit their lives, not through perfection or unrealistic expectations, but through realistic, sustainable habits that support long-term wellness.
I believe every person deserves to feel energized, supported, and empowered to take control of their health. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, struggling to prioritize yourself, or simply ready for a fresh start, I'm here to walk alongside you.
Together, we'll build a healthier future. One small step at a time.
A Few Things About Me
🌿 I love being outdoors.
Whether I'm hiking a new trail, paddle boarding on the water, snowboarding in the mountains, or swimming, spending time in nature helps me recharge and reconnect.
🧘 Movement is my favorite form of self-care.
You'll often find me practicing yoga, pilates, playing pickle ball or dancing around the house. I've learned that movement isn't about perfection, it's about feeling strong, energized, and joyful.
🍞 The kitchen is one of my happy places.
I love baking fresh bread, experimenting with new recipes, and cooking with vegetables and herbs grown in my own hydroponic garden. There's something incredibly rewarding about nourishing yourself with food you've grown and prepared.
🌻 I enjoy slowing down.
Browsing local farmers markets, crafting, and scrapbooking remind me to appreciate life's simple moments and create space for creativity and connection.
👨👩👧 Family comes first.
As a wife and mom, I understand how easy it is to put yourself last. My own journey has taught me that caring for yourself isn't selfish, it's one of the greatest gifts you can give the people you love.
💚 My mission is simple.
I want to help people discover that wellness doesn't have to be overwhelming. Through small, sustainable changes, it's possible to feel healthier, more energized, and more like yourself again.
"I believe wellness isn't about doing everything perfectly. It's about creating a life filled with habits, experiences, and relationships that help you feel your best."
Why I Started
After years of caring for patients as a registered nurse, I realized that many people didn't need more information. They needed someone to help them turn that information into lasting change.
That's why I created Evolve.
My mission is to help people feel empowered to take control of their health through realistic, sustainable habits, not perfection.
