Dr. Lauren Cook is a licensed clinical psychologist, speaker, career coach, and author passionate about making mental health accessible to people of all backgrounds. She earned her doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University, with earlier training at UCLA and USC. Featured in NBC News, Forbes, and Bustle, Dr. Cook supports individuals in navigating life and career challenges with clarity and compassion.
Join us for an empowering keynote with Dr. Lauren Cook as she explores how to navigate the unpredictable waters of our professional and personal lives. Drawing from her expertise in positive psychology and mental wellness, Dr. Cook offers practical strategies for facing uncertainty, embracing challenges, and cultivating resilient mindsets.
In her talk, Riding the Waves, Dr. Cook emphasizes the power of empowered acceptance—the ability to acknowledge difficulties while still taking intentional action. She helps us reconnect to our why, find renewed purpose in our roles, and see how every individual contributes meaningfully to campus culture and community.
This session is your invitation to reflect, realign, and rise—together.
Embrace both acceptance and action to build true resilience
Reconnect with personal values and the purpose behind your work
Shift perspective without toxic positivity—be real, be hopeful
Celebrate meaningful wins and elevate team support