Questions

It is the plainest description of what I do.

A conflict + communication advisor helps you understand what is happening in a difficult situation, particularly when communication, relationships, or competing perspectives are making it challenging to move forward.

Understanding the people involved, the dynamics between them, and the process or structure they are operating within provides context for where to start and how to approach the issues.

In order to move situations forward as effectively and efficiently as possible, I identify the gap between where things are now and where the people involved want to end up, as well as the source and contributors to the friction.

Perspectives that may not be getting through are translated, with guidance, strategy, and recommendations for how to reach your desired outcome.

I stay objective while considering the interests and goals of everyone involved.

My goal is to leave every client feeling clearer, lighter, and more empowered than they were before.

Relationships

Anyone involved can initiate the process by completing an application. Before I determine fit, fees, and terms, I require anyone else I will be working with to complete their own application.

If you are an individual navigating a difficult situation and the other parties are uninterested or unable to participate, it is possible for us to work together. Please apply.

Workplace

The organization completes the application and can do so without notifying employees. I use the information provided by the organization's representative to determine fit, fees, and terms.

If you are an employee looking for guidance outside of your organization, it is possible for us to work together. Please apply.

Negotiations

Anyone involved can initiate the process by completing an application. Before I determine fit, fees, and terms, I require anyone else I will be working with to complete their own application.

If you are an individual navigating a difficult situation and the other parties are uninterested or unable to participate, it is possible for us to work together. Please apply.

When an attorney, financial advisor, or broker is already engaged, they own legal and financial terms. My focus stays on the dynamics.

No, I do not give legal advice or negotiate directly on your behalf. Legal and financial terms stay with your attorneys and advisors, and nothing I do replaces independent legal review before you sign anything.

If there is a relevant legal matter, I will read and understand the terms as context.

Therapy works through a clinical lens, often focused on mental health, and is usually structured over a period of time with ongoing sessions.

I do not use a clinical lens to help individuals or groups move through conflict, communication breakdowns, or stuck dynamics.

My role is to come into a situation, help get things moving again, and then leave. I do not work with clients on an ongoing basis.

Everyone who participates signs the agreement. Participation is voluntary, and willingness from each person I work with is required.

However, I will work with one individual, or one half of a dynamic, to provide guidance, strategy, and perspective.

Yes. I maintain objectivity to provide guidance and perspective to an individual based on their reporting of a situation. The goal is still moving forward in a way that is best for everyone involved.

No one honestly can. I guarantee a skilled, objective process and my full attention.

This practice is primarily virtual; however, I do offer in-person sessions when necessary.

I'm based in Minneapolis, MN.

For personal sessions, a neutral third space is used when meeting in person.

For organizational work or work involving an attorney or advisor, in-person sessions are preferably held at your existing workplace or office.

Fees depend on the situation, the number of people involved, and the scope of the work. After reviewing your application, I share fees and terms in writing.

However, I think about cost beyond dollars. Time, money, energy, and health are all resources, and I encourage my clients to consider the cost of each. I also consider what may be lost or missed by not moving forward, and what those same resources could be put toward instead.

Yes. The privacy and confidentiality terms are set out in the agreement everyone signs before we start, so each person understands how information will be handled before they share anything.

I understand that I may be trusted with private, sensitive, or proprietary information. I do not share what is discussed or learned through working together outside of the people who have signed the agreement and are participating in the process, except where disclosure is required by law or falls within the specific exceptions outlined in the agreement.