Lauren (she/her) is originally from the soggy Pacific Northwest, spending her first few decades in Seattle, Washington. She got her start working outdoors with youth at her university’s student farm during her undergraduate degree. Since that time, she has worked in conservation, education, and youth development with a variety of nonprofits, including the Washington Trails Association, Student Conservation Association, and Rocky Mountain Youth Corps. After spending years working seasonally, Lauren returned to school to continue building her skills and graduated with a Masters in Counseling. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate and a National Certified Counselor. Lauren most enjoys seeing people discover themselves and grow their capacity to contribute to community and the environment.
Fun Facts: Lauren loves bikes of all kinds! She once worked at a bookstore that sold only cookbooks and uses her collection often to cook yummy food!