Lauren brings over 10 years of experience in outpatient mental health operations, with a strong background in practice management, intake coordination, staff support, workflow improvement, and multi-site practice operations. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration from the University of Michigan–Flint, along with associate degrees in Business, Accounting, and Sociology from Lansing Community College. Throughout her career, Lauren has supported behavioral health teams by helping practices run more smoothly, improving patient access, strengthening administrative processes, and creating systems that allow providers and staff to focus more fully on patient care.

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Outside of work, Lauren enjoys reading, spending time outdoors, and making time for the people who matter most to her, including family, friends, and her dog. She values calm, meaningful moments and appreciates opportunities to recharge through connection, nature, and a good book.

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Lauren is excited to join MOOD because she believes in the importance of creating a mental health care experience that feels welcoming, organized, and supportive from the very first point of contact. She is passionate about building strong behind-the-scenes systems that help both patients and providers feel cared for. Lauren looks forward to being part of MOOD’s growth and contributing to a team focused on providing thoughtful, patient-centered mental health care.