Lauri has spent much of her life in service to others as a medicolegal death investigator and former EMS provider. Her career offered a firsthand view of the profound impact alcohol can have on individuals and families—both professionally and personally. After losing her brother to alcohol-related causes and noticing her own shifting relationship with alcohol, Lauri found freedom and healing through This Naked Mind.

It was during her time in The PATH that she uncovered the deeper roots of her drinking—chronic stress, burnout, and the unrelenting pressure of being a high-performing professional in a demanding, always-on environment. Through mindset work, self-compassion, and science-backed tools, she was able to realign her life and reclaim her sense of joy, balance, and purpose.

Today, Lauri is a certified Alcohol Freedom Coach specializing in mindset and habit change. She is passionate about supporting professional women and frontline workers as they navigate burnout, rediscover who they are, and create a life free from alcohol—one that feels authentic, fulfilling, and aligned with their values.

Lauri’s approach is grounded in compassion, science and empowerment. It uses non-traditional methodology to provide long term results. She has been in public service my entire life and loves helping others. What she loves the most about her work is providing hope and success for those who have tried other methods and have felt like they failed. Every story matters and you don't have to carry it alone.

Lauri is certified in Affective Liminal Psychology and Alcohol Freedom Coaching. She holds a Master's in Public Health. She is currently training with Jolene Park to certify in Gray Area Drinking.

Lauri supports a life that is grounded and balanced. She has an off-grid cabin where she spends a lot of time, giving her the opportunity to slow down and appreciate life and nature. 

A note from Lauri:

Hi, my name is Lauri. I know what it's like being a professional woman and trying to balance life, work, and family in a chaotic world. In response, we find ourselves experiencing stress, anxiety and burnout and turning to alcohol or other substances. As the founder and owner of Free Spirits AF, I want to empower you to change your story and choose how alcohol shows up in your life. Whether you want to moderate or stop drinking altogether, I will support you through your journey. Why is this program different? Unlike typical recovery programs, Free Spirits AF uses a science based approach that does not tie a person's worth or success to their behavior. Free Spirits AF uses proven methods in a non-traditional approach to alcohol freedom that support a sustained recovery in a compassionate, caring environment.

This is not just about the substance or behavior, it's about changing the narrative and leaning into a life that moves away from stress, anxiety and burnout. I know, I was there. I now live a life I don't want to escape from.