Lauren initially started as a Yoga Instructor in Jacksonville, Florida before becoming a PTA. After graduating in 2017 she began working for Jacksonville Orthopaedic Institute where she worked with a diverse range of patients from college athletes to grandmothers, in addition to teaching yoga for the employees of JOI. Following her move to Massachusetts, she has working in both outpatient and inpatient therapy where she continues to grow her skills.

Lauren comes from a health care family and was inspired to become a PTA by her father who was a beloved PTA in her hometown. He also inspired her love of running and learning. Her favorite part of therapy is integrating new and exciting methods into her treatments. She’s passionate about taking a holistic approach to therapy and loves connecting to her patients.

Outside of work, Lauren still loves to run, but spends most of her time writing novels and keeping up with her son. The quickest way to her heart is through talking about books.