A certified performance coach, Lauren works with both individuals and groups to strengthen performance, enhance communication and elevate leadership. Recently she has worked with individuals and leaders from Accenture, Cisco, Bankers HealthCare Group Financials, State Fund, Transparency, Symbio Robotics, UCSF, Amazon Web and Labelbox.

With a two decade long career in the performing arts, she has performed extensively in San Francisco as well as in New York City. She has an MFA in Acting from NYU’s esteemed Graduate Acting program. She served as the casting director and artistic associate at The San Francisco Playhouse for 1o seasons where she was also a founding member. As an educator she has taught at San Francisco State University, San Jose State University, and St Mary’s College and is currently on faculty at The American Conservatory Theater, teaching in the Graduate Acting Program. 

Influenced by her background in education and the performing arts, she has curated a coaching technique that is both high level and easily accessible. She begins by looking at mindset and helps people to identify patterns and blocks. From there she helps clients create powerful and meaningful content. And finally she  teaches delivery and techniques to optimize performance. Though each person has their own customized trajectory, the outcome of the work is often the same; Authentic and powerful presence and effective and impactful communication. 

Lauren lives in the San Francisco Bay Area where in her spare time, she produces films with Hungry Moon Productions and hangs out with her daughter Zelda.

Testimonials

Taylor Schilling Actor, Netflix's Orange Is The New Black. Film roles include: Dark Matter (2007), The Lucky One (2012), Take Me (2017), The Titan (2018)

Taylor Schilling
Actor, Netflix's Orange Is The New Black. Film roles include: Dark Matter (2007), The Lucky One (2012), Take Me (2017), The Titan (2018)

"Lauren possesses a deep intuition and vast knowledge of process. She blends craft and an ineffable magic seamlessly into the work. I am awed by her ability to work with others." -Taylor Schilling

 
Yuto Shinagawa Engineering Leader Robotics Startup, Bay Area

Yuto Shinagawa
Engineering Leader
Robotics Startup, Bay Area

 

“Lauren has helped me identify personal strengths I never knew I had, brought clarity on what I want to spend my life doing, and given me the confidence and tools to execute my goals. Professionally, I am a stronger engineering leader thanks to her. Working with her has been one of the most rewarding experiences for me. I am truly grateful.” -Yuto Shinagawa

 
Gabriella Momah Actor, Berkeley Rep, American Conservatory Theatre, MFA Candidate at Brown University

Gabriella Momah
Actor, Berkeley Rep, American Conservatory Theatre, MFA Candidate at Brown University

 

"Working with Lauren has been an integral part of my growth and development. I have struggled with my self-esteem and confidence, and have Lauren to thank for empowering me to stay grounded in my truthfulness so that I can pursue my goals with renewed commitment. She also provided the structure and accountability I needed to take my work to the next g with Lauren has been an integral part of my growth and development. I have struggled with my self-esteem and confidence, and have Lauren to thank for empowering me to stay grounded in my truthfulness so that I can pursue my goals with renewed commitment. She also provided the structure and accountability I needed to take my work to the next level. Very grateful to have worked with her and I look forward to working together again!” -Gabriella Momah

 
Meryl Shaw Professional Life Coach, Former Casting Director at the American Conservatory Theatre

Meryl Shaw
Professional Life Coach,
Former Casting Director at the
American Conservatory Theatre

 

“Lauren is an incredibly astute coach with powerful insights and intuition which she shares generously and clearly. She creates a welcoming atmosphere that encourages her clients to take risks and grow. She is rigorous in maintaining high standards, and she is inspiring and supportive as she cultivates excellence in clients. It’s a pleasure to work side by side with Lauren and have a coaching colleague that I feel completely comfortable referring people to." -Meryl Shaw

 
Derek Wilson Actor, Hulu's Future Man, AMC's Preacher

Derek Wilson
Actor, Hulu's Future Man, AMC's Preacher

 

“Having personally witnessed Lauren's work on stage, in the rehearsal room, and in the classroom, I can safely say she has a deep understanding of the process. She can help any actor - no matter their age or experience level - develop their skills and access elements of their artistry that they may not have even been aware of." -Derek Wilson

 
Tristan Cunningham Actor, Cal Shakes, The Magic Theatre

Tristan Cunningham
Actor, Cal Shakes, The Magic Theatre

 

"Lauren helped guide me; she saw something in me I hadn't found yet. She creates an atmosphere of safety and play but with clarity, specificity and honesty. She guides you into the work in a way where you can explore and make choices but you feel ownership of the work you are doing even though she got you there. Working with Lauren has always resulted in an incredibly heartfelt experience for me." -Tristan Cunningham

 
Molly Noble Actor, Shotgun Players, SF Playhouse

Molly Noble
Actor, Shotgun Players, SF Playhouse

 

"Lauren is an extraordinarily intuitive coach and director. Her rigorous yet trusting approach encourages bravery and freedom in her actors. She is magical." -Molly Noble