Biography

Marita Anderson

Marita Anderson

Guidance Counselor

I love working as the School Counselor at Ascent. 

I received my Bachelors Degree from Southern Utah University with a double major in Interpersonal Communication and Broadcasting with a minor in Psychology.  I received my teacher certification in Speech and Debate and Psychology.  While working as an elementary school librarian, I received my masters degree in School Counseling from the University of Phoenix. 

As part of my job, I teach students about social/emotional stability using language that is relevant to them. Additionally, I help  students understand high school graduation requirements and after high school training and education.

I met my husband at SUU while serving in student government.  We are the parents of 3 amazing girls. I love old movie musicals, traveling and spending time with family.