Hi, I’m Laura…
I spent 30+ years successful outside, suffering inside. Over-working, over-thinking, overly concerned with what others thought of me — exhausted, spent, and overly reliant on Chardonnay.
I had the awareness, I just didn’t know what to do. I read the books and knew all the theories but none of it touched what was actually going on.
Thankfully, I found another way of being, and in turn, leading. That's the methodology I now bring to leaders ready for solid ground.
I hold a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) credential from the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and a Master's in Spiritual Psychology from the University of Santa Monica. I'm also the host of The Self Leadership LAB Podcast. I've been bringing this reimagined way of leading to select executives, leaders, individuals and teams for over 13 years, and now I want to bring it to you.
That’s the cover story. Truth is, like so many of us, I was wearing a mask of accomplishment — and holding a lot secretly.
The Real Story…
As long as I can remember, I felt different from others. I had a sense that I didn’t belong out there with the people – that somehow I was okay – but when I got out there with others, I was not okay. This left me feeling shy, self-conscious and full of self-doubt.
Working hard and achieving results made sense to me. It was a way to prove that I did belong and that I was okay. On the outside, I built an awesome professional life.
On the inside it was a different story. I was drinking too much, albeit functionally, to escape my discomfort in my skin.
I also had a driving need to be in control. My inner critic was wild with judgment of myself and others – nothing was ever right. My mind was going 24/7…stressed out, chronically worrying, awake nights, chest pains, upset stomach…you name it, I had it.
That drinking strategy finally caught up with me. No longer effective, it turned ugly. Thankfully I found sobriety over 22 years ago.
That’s when my transformation truly began. I began to question everything I thought to be true about myself and how I fit into the world. Through intentional work, I found the root cause of my challenges and came to a place where I could love and appreciate myself just as I am, perceived faults and all. I realized I was indeed OK, and my life began anew.
That growth was multiplied exponentially when I completed a Masters Program in Spiritual Psychology at the University of Santa Monica. The principles and practices showed me a whole new way of being; an inside-out approach to life and work.
Instead of being rocked by outer circumstances, I learned skills of self-leadership and began to live life with ease and grace rather than fear, stress and struggle.
I found the source of Real Control.
In addition, I got something even more precious: a clearer, more personal relationship with Spirit and a stack of evidence that magic is real.
I found the bridge between my human experience and the Divine.
About Spiritual Psychology
Spiritual Psychology is comprised of principles and practices that provide an unbelievably effective lens through which to see the world. It is best applied when you are open to the idea that there may be a higher, wiser force at work in the Universe. This methodology does not require a concrete idea of what this higher power might be, nor does it conflict with any specific religious teaching. In fact, it’s usually a wonderful complement to it. Everything presented in my coaching is presented for your consideration. You get to decide what’s right for you and your life. Keep what you like and leave the rest.
The lens of Spiritual Psychology provides a path to:
Remarkable self-awareness
Uncommon self-mastery
Rich relationships
Powerful leadership of Self and others
Deeply meaningful life & work
About Magic
I believe in Magic. This surprises me because I used to be weirded out by the unexplained. In fact, I couldn’t even go there. I’d have to shut the thought down entirely. Since my metamorphosis, I embrace the unknown with open arms. I love the mystery. I understand that I live in a magical world and expect magic to show up in my life…and you know what? It does.
In fact, especially in the last few years,
My clients routinely use the word “magic” when reflecting how my coaching has affected them.
Let’s make magic!
“It’s unbelievable…like a dream. It’s like you let me out of jail and freed me. It’s amazing that I thought my old life was normal…just who I was. It’s like you’re magic, you’re pure magic.”
- N.S. Founder