Dr. Laura Bokar, LMFT, LCPC, ACS, is the CEO of Fox Valley Institute for Growth and Wellness in Naperville, Illinois. Founded by Dr. Laura in 2001, the Fox Valley Institute has been the recipient of numerous awards for its distinguished work as a leader in business and the Health and Wellness industry.

 Dr. Laura is also an author, speaker, and guest expert for television and radio. In her new book, WE NEED TO TALK!: 24 Simple Insights for Relationships, Dr. Laura uses her thirty years of experience to share common issues that affect relationships and the practical approaches to resolve them.

Dr. Laura also values and invests in the community. She serves as the president of the Board of KidsMatter, a non-profit whose mission is to provide a community-wide prevention health strategy to combat teenage destructive behaviors. She also serves on the executive board of Loaves & Fishes, a non-profit organization that provides healthy food and promotes self-sufficiency in the community. As well as supports financially many other non-profits.