Lauren Paddington
Helping Teens Find Their Way in a Complex World
About Lauren
Lauren Paddington has spent over three decades working closely with young people—guiding, listening, and walking alongside them through the maze of modern adolescence. From high school counseling offices to community youth programs, she has seen firsthand the pressures teens face and the resilience they can build.Her upcoming book distills a lifetime of lessons: stories of hope, practical guidance, and the hard-won wisdom that comes from truly understanding the next generation.
Upcoming Book
Finding Their Path
Lessons from a Life Helping Teens Navigate Today’s Challenges
In this heartfelt and practical work, Lauren shares:
Real stories from her years working with teens in schools and communities.
The unseen pressures shaping young lives in today’s fast-moving world.
How parents, educators, and mentors can connect, guide, and inspire.
Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or simply someone who cares about the future, Lauren’s insights offer a clear-eyed and compassionate roadmap for supporting young people.
What People Are Saying
"Lauren has the rare gift of truly hearing teenagers, and helping adults hear them too." — M. Rivers, Parent"Her stories will make you laugh, tear up, and think differently about how we guide our kids." — J. Thompson, Educator"A warm and wise voice in a noisy world." — S. Lewis, Youth Program Director
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Podcast & Interview Topics
Lauren is available for interviews, panels, and podcasts. Suggested topics include:
Bridging the Generational Gap – How adults can connect with today’s teens without losing trust.
The Hidden Struggles of Modern Adolescence – What young people wish adults understood.
From Overwhelm to Resilience – Practical ways to help teens thrive in a fast-changing world.
Connect with Lauren
For media requests, speaking engagements, or to be notified when the book is released, please use the form below.
Thank you
I look forward to meeting with you!