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Lauren Agajanian, MBA, CPRM
Director of Alumni Relations

Lauren Agajanian joined Cornerstone of Southern California in 2020 and is our Director of Alumni Relations. Lauren graduated from the University of Southern California with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and went on to complete a Master of Business Administration with a Marketing concentration from California State University Long Beach. Additionally, she is a Certified Peer Recovery Mentor through CCAPP.  Lauren brings extensive experience in business development, marketing, and event planning for top corporations like Cushman & Wakefield of California, Inc, J.P. Morgan Chase, and Charter Communications. She is also involved with the California Community College’s Rising Scholars Network assisting formerly incarcerated and system-impacted students to achieve success through education.

Lauren developed the Cornerstone of Southern California Alumni Program post-pandemic and was able to build and encourage a thriving community that has grown rapidly and continues to make a profound impact on the long-term recovery of its members. Lauren’s passion for encouraging change, personal experience in recovery, and deep ties to the community allow her to act as a guiding light and mentor for our clients both during and beyond treatment. As a Cornerstone alumna, Lauren remains active in recovery, enjoys playing tennis, serving at church, and watching her two nephews Carter and Mason race dirt bikes.

Author’s publications

Celebrating National Recovery Month: Hope is Real. Recovery is Real.

By Phil Kosanovich, MBA on September 5, 2024
Celebrating National Recovery Month This September As September unfolds, we at Cornerstone of Southern California join millions across the nation in observing National Recovery Month. This annual celebration shines a spotlight on substance use treatment and mental health services, reminding us all that recovery is possible and that every journey toward healing is worthy of […]
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The Growing Danger of Fentanyl with Xylazine & Treatment Options

By Phil Kosanovich on October 25, 2023
Fentanyl and Xylazine: The Increasing Dangers and Treatment Options In the last 10 years, the dangers of Fentanyl exposure have become increasingly more wide spread, including and especially across public platforms and social media. And though both healthcare professionals and government establishments, including the U.S. Department of Justice Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), the Federal Drug […]
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Dating a Recovering Alcoholic: How to Build a Healthy Relationship in Sobriety

By Phil Kosanovich on November 12, 2025
Dating someone in recovery from alcohol addiction can present unique emotional and practical challenges. This guide provides medically reviewed insights to help you understand boundaries, relapse prevention, and how to support a partner in sobriety. When you're dating someone who has a history of drug or alcohol addiction, it may come as a shock. It's […]
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Can Alcoholics Ever Drink Again?

By Phil Kosanovich on November 12, 2025
Alcohol addiction recovery raises many personal questions, one of the most common being whether someone who once struggled with alcohol can ever drink again. This topic isn’t only about moderation, it’s about understanding how addiction changes the brain, how recovery works, and why relapse prevention is crucial for long-term health. If you quit drinking due […]
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Pinprick Pupils and Other Signs of Drug Use: What Small or Pinpoint Pupils Can Mean

By Phil Kosanovich on November 7, 2025
Addiction is a destructive and complex condition that impacts not only the individual struggling with substance use but also their family, friends, and community. It can lead to emotional distress, declining physical health, and lost productivity, affecting every area of a person’s life. According to national data, more than 35 million adults in the United […]
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How Long Does Adderall Stay in Your System, Body and Blood?

By Phil Kosanovich, MBA on November 7, 2025
Whether you are prescribed Adderall or concerned about drug testing, understanding its metabolism can help you prepare. This guide covers how long Adderall stays in urine, blood, saliva, and hair, along with key factors affecting elimination time. Learn more about our treatment options if Adderall use has become a concern. Adderall is a prescription drug […]
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