• Decluttering
  • Organizing
  • Coaching

Lighten Up is a decluttering & organizing experience that helps make life lighter and brighter. We believe that our physical space directly impacts our well-being. Clutter can be draining, but a thoughtfully organized space can feel calming and even inspiring. And most importantly, we believe everyone deserves to feel good where they are.

Our Approach

We’ll work alongside you, one-on-one to sift through physical — and let’s be real, oftentimes emotional — clutter. Together, we’ll face the Harry Potter cupboard under the stairs, the closet full of gift wrapping supplies you haven’t touched since 1999, the workout gear you bought one New Year’s and never used, and yes, we are going in the garage.

Our approach is rooted in the science of well-being & positive psychology, so we’re well equipped to support you when the inevitable cloud of emotions comes up along the way. And when it’s all said and done we’ll leave you with systems and habits that are easy to maintain.

Packages

Refresh

A focused reset for one space — a closet, kitchen, or entryway — with easy systems you can keep up on your own. [Copy to come]

Evolve

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Transform

A whole-home project for bigger change. We declutter room by room, then organize around how you actually live. [Copy to come]

Lauren Schrimmer, founder of Lighten Up

Lauren Schrimmer, M.S.

Founder & Professional Organizer

Hi, I’m Lauren! I’m so excited to meet you. Let’s take a journey back in time together. It’s the early 90s, zip off pants are all the rage, and we’re carrying Walkmen around to listen to music. I am a young girl tucked into bed, pretending to sleep. As soon as my parents leave the room, I tip-toe out of bed, switch on the lights and begin organizing. Enter flow state! It started with my colored pencils, then my sweaters, and before I knew it, my whole room was dialed. It sounds silly, but all of this is to say, I’ve been passionate (and particular!) about organizing since I can remember. As a child, I traveled often & split time across many spaces, so staying organized wasn’t just a preference, it was a necessity. Beyond organizing, I was always styling, designing, and curating my environment. Setting up cozy, warm spaces has always been a huge source of joy. As the years have gone by, I’ve come to realize many people struggle to stay organized and to really love their homes & offices, yet these are the places where we spend the most time. I believe everyone deserves to love their space. I’ve been lucky enough to be able to share my passion for organizing and design throughout the years; I’ve helped friends, family, and clients transform their spaces into places they love deeply and feel safe & happy within.

A little more about me & what I bring to this work:

  • I was born and raised in San Diego. I’m inspired by the casual, coastal lifestyle, and prioritize nature, simplicity, friendship, and family.
  • I attended UC Berkeley for undergrad and have my masters in Applied Positive Psychology from U Penn. I have a deep love of learning and spent my years focusing on the science of well-being. This rigorous background helps me work even more effectively with others in helping them achieve their goals.
  • I spent more than a decade in the corporate environment. I bring the intensity, productivity, and goal-oriented elements of this environment while staying relaxed, warm, and fun. I can guarantee we will move mountains in our sessions AND enjoy the process of doing it.
  • I have a deep curiosity about how people live and a genuine love of people. I love learning how people live, what makes them happy, and how I can help. I promise to never judge & always celebrate what brings you joy.

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