Laurie James

Laurie James is a mother, caregiver, divorce turned author and transformative coach. She has successfully launched her four daughters into adulthood and has been the primary caretaker for her elderly parents. Laurie has learned through therapy and other healing programs that she has everything she needs within her to create the life she desires, and she brings her life experience, wisdom, knowledge and training to other women. She is being trained as a certified coach ICF (International Coach Federation) coach. Laurie enjoys helping women through the transitional periods in their lives. She supports women navigating divorce, loss of spouse, parenting, betrayal, weight-loss, relationships, work place issues and more. An active community volunteer, she's a member of a youth program for high school students, exposing them to a variety of career paths before they apply to college. She’s an active member of a collaborative giving circle that pools donation dollars to assist Los Angeles–based nonprofits helping the most vulnerable.

Laurie graduated from Cal Poly Pomona with a BS in business and held a position as a corporate recruiter before she stayed home to raise her children. She lives in Manhattan Beach with her adopted husky, Lu. When she is not walking her dog, volunteering, promoting her book or coaching, she can be found skiing, sailing, hiking, doing yoga, spending time with friends or planning her next adventure. Stay connected with Laurie at www.laurieejames.com