Programs
Lauren is passionate about creating experiences that feel whole and immersive. Her programs are designed to get participants actively doing, not just passively thinking about theory. Drawing on her expertise in psychology and group dynamics, Lauren carefully creates the conditions that spark both self-reflection and meaningful connections among participants. She knows their time with her is limited, so if they leave with a new work relationship, the benefits extend well beyond the session, enhancing both their learning and impact back in the workplace.
Lauren believes that real learning happens through a balance of talking and doing. She often partners with improvisation actors who specialise in corporate training, giving participants the chance to practise communication skills in a dynamic and supportive environment. While people skills might seem straightforward in theory, they are far more complex in practice. This hands-on approach allows participants to receive targeted feedback on how to fine-tune their skills: a critical ingredient for lasting development.
Lauren is also a Certified Facilitator in the LEGO® Serious Play® (LSP) methodology. She frequently weaves LEGO building into her programs to shift the pace and re-energise the group. This simple but powerful technique leads to rich conversations, new insights, and a healthy dose of fun along the way.
Below are descriptions of some of Lauren’s programs. Contact Lauren to further discuss your team’s needs and other program options.
Leading with Emotional Intelligence
Emotional Intelligence (EI) underpins everything Lauren does. With over 20 years’ experience as a coach and therapist, she firmly believes that EI skills are fundamental to personal well-being and the ability to communicate with, connect with, and lead others. Lauren helps participants deepen their understanding of EI and equips them with practical strategies to build and strengthen these essential skills.
Lauren is accredited in the Genos Emotional Intelligence Inventory and can integrate either the 180° or 360° feedback tools into her programs. These tools offer participants valuable insights into how others perceive their EI capabilities, fostering greater self-awareness and providing powerful motivation for growth and change.
Challenging Conversations
Drawing on her experience as a Psychologist working with couples and groups, Lauren’s Challenging Conversations programs are firmly grounded in a deep understanding of relationship dynamics. She helps participants uncover why people behave the way they do and highlights the critical role that social systems play in human well-being. With a strong focus on building robust work relationships, Lauren guides participants to identify key moments where professional relationships may have faltered and explores the tools and strategies that could have helped to steer them back on course.
Lauren also equips participants with practical skills for handling challenging conversations. She emphasises an “other-centric” approach, encouraging individuals to consider the perspective of the other person in order to better gauge the timing, pace, and tone of the conversation. Participants learn a straightforward conversation framework, giving them a clear and practical method for navigating challenging discussions with greater confidence and effectiveness.
Team Development
Through a mix of engaging activities and practical insights, these sessions help teams explore how their relationships influence the success of their work. Teams walk away with clear strategies to build stronger connections and achieve better results together.
Ahead of the workshops, participants complete the PRINT® Survey: a tool that Lauren has found particularly effective for quickly fostering deeper understanding among team members. Although accredited in a range of profiling tools, Lauren consistently chooses PRINT® for its ability to reveal meaningful insights into what motivates behaviour.
These programs are designed for both new and established teams who are ready to enhance the way they work together. They are ideal for teams who perform well individually but are seeking greater collaboration, as well as for teams experiencing high levels of conflict and in need of targeted support.
Holistic Resilience
In Holistic Resilience, Lauren makes the idea of resilience feel real and achievable. She uses the simple but powerful image of a well-being bank account: where the deposits and withdrawals we make every day affect how well we bounce back from challenges.
Lauren helps participants understand that everyone’s well-being account looks different. Through gentle guidance and practical strategies, she encourages people to recognise what they truly need to stay resilient. By the end of the session, each participant has designed their own personal resilience plan. Lauren has been sharing and refining this approach with individuals and teams for over 10 years.