About Lauren

Lauren Hancock is an experienced Psychologist with a diverse background, having worked across a range of industries, including healthcare, resources, local government, education, and non-profit sectors. Throughout her career, she has provided interventions to individuals and groups across Australia and internationally, supporting leaders and organisations in navigating complex people challenges.

Originally trained as a therapist, Lauren has worked in organisational development since 2010, providing programs on leadership and mental health. She brings extensive experience in designing and leading residential leadership programs, having served as Program Director for several multi-day retreats. Her work is grounded in evidence-based methodologies, empowering participants to gain deeper insights into human behaviour and apply these insights to drive meaningful change within their organisations.

Lauren is also Adjunct Faculty for the Executive Education arm of two leading Australian Business Schools. Her excellence in program facilitation was recognised in 2024, when she received a teaching award for achieving the highest overall participant satisfaction.

As a coach, Lauren works with leaders to develop both intrapersonal and interpersonal skills critical for effective leadership. She believes that self-awareness and the capacity to manage mental health factors are essential to successful leadership. She works with executives and senior leaders, supporting them through career transitions, promotions, and organisational change. A number of her coaching clients have worked with her over several years as they advance in their careers. She is also an experienced team coach, focussing on enhancing team dynamics and performance.

Lauren holds the following qualifications and accreditations:

  • Graduate: Company Director Course: Australian Institute of Company Directors
  • Master of Psychology (Counselling Psychology): Curtin University of Technology
  • Bachelor of Psychology (Graduate): Curtin University of Technology
  • Bachelor of Science (Psychology): Curtin University of Technology 
  • Registered Psychologist: Psychology Board of Australia
  • Certified PRINT® Coach: The Paul Hertz Group
  • Certified Facilitator LEGO® Serious Play® methodology: Pivotal Play
  • Accredited Practitioner LSI & GSI: Human Synergistics
  • Accredited Practitioner Team Management Profile: Team Management Systems
  • Accredited Practitioner QO2: Team Management Systems
  • Accredited Practitioner Genos Emotional Intelligence Inventory: Genos International
  • Accredited Practitioner Change Style Indicator: MHS Talent
  • Accredited Practitioner Influence Style Indicator: MHS Talent
  • Accredited Practitioner Hogan 360: Peter Berry Consultancy
  • Certified Speaking Professional (CSP): Professional Speakers Australia
  • Certificate IV in Training & Assessment (TAA40104): West Coast Institute of Training

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