Client Testimonials

"Living with an autoimmune disease and suffering a TBI from a car accident, I found myself desperate to reclaim my health. After learning about the Wahls Protocol, I was determined to make the switch. Trying new foods has never been my thing and I’m not a great cook so I quickly realized I needed professional help. Luckily I found Lauren. Lauren was patient with my rudimentary questions and catered our sessions to my exact concerns. With her help, I was able to improve my energy, restore my memory and mental clarity, normalize my digestion, and shed 10 pounds. I'm now fully compliant with the Wahls Protocol and I thoroughly enjoy what I am eating. Thanks Lauren!”  

-Ilene G. 

"Shortly before working with Lauren I was diagnosed with MS.  For a long time, I had been experiencing weight gain, poor memory, muscle pain, fatigue, anxiety, left side numbness, brain fog and trouble sleeping.  When I got the MS diagnosis, the neurologist wanted to start me on medication right away, however I wanted to do some research first.  I came across the Wahls nutrition protocol and it sounded like the path I want to try.  I found Lauren via the Wahls website and after meeting for a free consultation, I decided to work with her.  Her knowledge, support and encouragement allowed me to get focused and stay on track with nutrition and lifestyle changes.  As a result of Lauren's program, I am now 29 pounds lighter, I have quit smoking cigarettes, I jog three times a week, I have more energy so I can go hiking again, I am sleeping great, the left side numbness is gone, and I feel confident that my health will continue to improve. I just don’t know what would have happened to me if I hadn’t met her! Thank you so much Lauren!"

-Maxine H. 

"After working with Lauren, I am finally making food and other lifestyle choices based solely on what is good for MY BODY.  I am no longer swayed by emotions, stress, or social pressures....and it's pure freedom.  Also, my weight is down 9 pounds, and I've lost 4 INCHES at my waist.  Incredible."

-Kelly F.

"I am so grateful to have met with Lauren.  For years I have been feeling unwell, doctoring with multiple gastro-intestinal issues, unexplained weight gain, and daily exhaustion as a result of poor sleep.  Bouts of anxiety, depression, and extreme stress due were affecting my daily life and my business.  Western medicine was unable to tell me any root cause of my issues without invoking the word “inflammation” or “normal”, and provided no guidance for a resolution.

     Lauren helped me to get on a path of identifying some of the root causes – poor eating habits, lots of sugary and salty foods, lack of water, poor digestion, “leaky gut”, and potential allergens or triggers for the “inflammation”.  She guided me to a path of healthy eating, daily stress relief, and quality sleep.  Breathing exercises and meditation to calm myself and exercise, when the day became too stressful, and the motivation to walk away when I recognized the anxiety and stress. 

     I learned from Lauren that everything is a balance, and only with balance in our health (mental and physical), our work, and our play do we become healthy.  This is not easy, however, Lauren was able to provide clear direction for success and continuation after the six months.  She was always ready to help in a crisis, or if there were any questions regarding the process.

     I believe anyone would benefit from seeing Lauren and participating in the program to achieve better and long-lasting health."

--D. Fischer

"Hi Lauren,  ski season has been great.  I wanted to tell you that I no longer take an antidepressant.  Your coaching helped me achieve this. The supplements and lifestyle changes you suggested have made all the difference.  Thank you so much! It feels amazing to be getting better and better at age 62!"

-J.G. 2019

"In January, I was stuck in a post-holiday slump. I was exhausted and getting sick all the time, yet all of my blood tests were showing I was the picture of perfect health!  For years, I had been inconsistent with exercise and diets, getting frustrated that I couldn’t find the “magic formula” to turn me into a supermodel. ;) Add in the stress of life with two young kids and a full time job and I had become my own last priority.  

From the start, Lauren was an incredible listener and because of that, she was able to help me figure out solutions for foods, exercise and most importantly, the management of myself and my health against everyday life as a busy working mom.  After achieving many small goals along the way, it is no longer difficult to stay consistent and because of that, I am so much more confident.  My motivations now are my overall health, not pounds on the scale or inches lost (although those were also benefits of working with Lauren). Lastly, I’m happy to report that I have not needed any doctor visits in over 6 months!"

-Kelly F. 2018

"It’s difficult to express how badly I felt prior to working with Lauren. After a traumatic brain injury several years ago- exasperated by stress, sugar addiction and lack of exercise- I faced digestive trouble, anemia and weight gain.  Foggy thinking and low energy put me in a tailspin that Western medicine could not fix with a prescription. I was losing hope of getting well.  Thankfully, I met someone who suggested I contact Lauren for coaching and to investigate a functional medicine approach to healing. 

The six month program was challenging but life-changing. Lauren’s sage advice and encouragement helped me radically change my lifestyle to reclaim my body’s ability to heal itself.  She guided and encouraged me as I relearned how to choose and prepare healthy food and adopt a positive mindset. Lauren helped me regularly set achievable goals that helped me get to this point.  Hurray! I’m now free from sugar cravings, acid blockers, and blood pressure medication.  As a bonus, I also shed all my extra weight (40 pounds!).

This quest to improve my health has led me to a brighter future and I’m grateful to Lauren for walking with me during the last six months.  With a clearer mind and more energy, I’m looking forward to many outdoor adventures with my family. I can truly say I feel like a new person.  My journey towards “Simply Balanced Wellness” will definitely continue!"

-M.R. 2018

"Before working with Lauren, I was experiencing horrible low back pain as well as left wrist/hand pain with occasional shoulder/upper back pain. The pain was so severe at times I couldn’t even open a toothpaste tube or get out of my car without back spasms that would stop me in my tracks. There were weeks I could not care for my young child and I’m a stay at home mom. On top of the pain I was experiencing I had a nasty looking rash on the palms of my hands and bottoms of my feet, which I was told was eczema. If my pain increased the rash worsened. 

Shortly after my first visit with Lauren my rheumatologist diagnosed me with psoriatic arthritis. She gave me a few options for medication but they were immune suppressing drugs, one was used to treat leukemia in infants. The rheumatologist said she’d prescribed one and to pick it up if I decided to take it, I never picked it up. Instead I followed the recommendations from Lauren and began seeing significant improvements in my rashes and decreased pain. I was finally beginning to properly care for my child again! 

Now, after completing the health coaching program, I am free from chronic back pain and eczema! My rheumatologist is very happy with my efforts. I have a much more positive outlook on life, increased energy, and a smaller pant size!"

-K.L. 2018

"During this coaching program, I lost 11 pounds, maintained clean eating 80-100%, exercised 4-5/week, developed and maintained a daily meditation practice. I also learned and grew professionally, personally, and spiritually in more ways than I can count. I highly recommend this program. Lauren will coach you to stretch yourself to attainable goals, and educate you on ways to improve your overall health and wellness."

-K.H. 2018

"Before I started working with Lauren, I struggled with my weight and I was at the point where I didn’t even know what to try next because I kept getting sucked back into my sugar addiction. Lauren helped me change unhealthy eating habits gradually and in a way where I felt supported and encouraged. Over six months, I shed 18 pounds without thinking about it (or even expecting any changes). I consume less sugar and have begun meditating and incorporating other happiness and mindful practices into my days. I’m going to keep these new habits with me for the rest of my life. Even better, if I identify negative habits in the future, I now have complete faith that I can change them."
-BH 2018

"My biggest goals coming into the program were to exercise more, work on positive self-talk, and lose weight that I had gained in my health crash. Throughout the program Lauren helped me to break each goal into small manageable steps. The motivation and guidance that Lauren provided helped me stay on track with these goals. After coming through the 6 month session, I have gotten into a healthy exercise routine, developed a positive head space and the tools to re-frame negativity in my life, and started the path to weight loss. I have learned to love myself no matter where I may be in my journey and to use my setbacks as feedback instead of letting them derail me.  Lauren does an amazing job of tailoring the program to your needs and encouraging you throughout your journey. I would recommend Simply Balanced Wellness to anyone who wants to start taking control of their health through sustainable lifestyle changes. Thank you Lauren!"
-M.H.  2017

"Working with Lauren has been a wonderful experience. She made me think about what was important to me and encouraged me to work toward these goals. During our sessions, she would ask thought provoking questions and really listen to my answers. We came up with goals together and she gently held me accountable to accomplish them in a reasonable timeframe. Through my coaching sessions I learned to value balancing many aspects of life not just focus on weight loss. Instead of looking outward to find guidance I began to place a greater value on my own desires and fulfillment."
-L.D.  2017

“Lauren guided me in developing the personal tools that I needed to operate at my full potential. Before working with Lauren, I was regularly forgetting to eat, eating poorly when I did eat, sleeping less than 5 hours a night, and working off an impromptu daily schedule. After completing the program, I find myself with more energy throughout the day, eating more well-balanced meals, sleeping healthier amounts, and I dropped about 10 lbs. of weight that I wasn't even trying to lose. I can honestly say that her guidance helped change my life for the better, as I now have the skills to build and modify a routine and balanced diet that works for me. She doesn't just hand you a fish. She teaches you how to fish, and she does so in an infectiously enthusiastic manner.”
--E. F.  2017