Meet The Team

Lauren is a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), with a specialization in Addiction & Recovery (A&R). Lauren is also trained in EMDR, a well-known trauma modality. Lauren has worked in the treatment field since 2018 and mental health field since 2020. 

Lauren is a recognized and loved member of the Los Angeles 12-step community. Lauren regularly attends meetings and works with young women/people in early recovery via taking them through the steps. 

Lauren’s experience in sober living environments, as well as her clinical background and experience as a case manager, will only work to better serve the residents at Raven House with anything they may experience. Lauren believes in creating a safe space to guide each individual resident towards self-empowerment and utilizing  the foundational tools of honesty, vulnerability, authenticity, and compassion in order to foster building a life worth living sober.

Over the last 11 years, Sheldon has worked many roles within the treatment community, including Director of a Utilization Review department and Director of Admissions. This experience equips her with the ability to reach women who are struggling and aid in their treatment planning for recovery. Sheldon’s experience in the UR world has largely been influenced by her ability to quickly build rapport with people from all backgrounds.

Sheldon regularly attends meetings and works with, as well as, sponsors women throughout the Los Angeles area. She also regularly attends H&I panels and engages in volunteer work.

Sheldon has worked closely with clinical and program directors and is an expert in insurance regulations for in-patient treatment centers. Often assisting in after care planning, Sheldon has recognized the profound impact of sober living to aid women in long term success in recovery. Her main focus is to provide affordable, effective, and ethical care to women in need.