Maria-Loukia has worked in children’s therapies for the past 12 years, including Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust since it was created in 2011.
She started her career as a speech and language therapist and has worked her way up to become a clinical manager for children’s therapies.
Maria-Loukia believes her years of experience have made her appreciate the demands and pressures, as well as the rewards and benefits for service users and staff.
She is passionate about making sure accessible, high-quality care is always offered and that the trust works to establish effective collaborations with stakeholders.