Anyone with children who are not too keen on having haircuts should go to Maria. She has a special way with kids. She is so gentle but quick as well. She is even able to entertain my boy who has additional needs while cutting his hair so he forgets he dislikes being touched on his hair. If the child prefers to stand she cuts the hair like that. If the child cannot stay firm in one place she would literally follow the lead of the child while still cutting. Maria is fabulous