Laurie Orloff is an accomplished musician, educator, and author with a passion for helping parents and teens build positive relationships. With a bachelor's and master's degree in German and Music from Ball State University, as well as extensive study in Musicology-Viola Performance at the University of Northern Colorado, Laurie has a deep knowledge of music and language that has served her well in a variety of roles. She has worked as a Symphony Musician, Private Strings Instructor, Consultant, and Instructor of Violin and Viola. Laurie has also authored and spoken on behalf of the Parent Teen Alliance, an organization she formerly owned. Her insights into the complex dynamics of parenting teenagers have earned her the nickname "The Teen Whisperer."