As a graduate of West Virginia University and the Pittsburgh School of Massage Therapy, Daria had a private practice in Morgantown, WV and also traveled the area performing onsite seated massage for various corporations. She came to her practice with over 15 years experience as a program director and executive director of various psychosocial service organizations in Pennsylvania and West Virginia. She has committed her career to developing holistic services for people with disabilities, and has presented her ideas nationally.