Services

“We choose to feel for the sake of getting free.”

— Alta Starr

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The What

What we practice: Braver leadership communication patterns, conflict resolution and dialogue transformation, and organizational communication culture change for a fast-paced, increasingly diverse, and technology-forward world of work.

Together, we focus on learning and development, culture strategy, and reimagining traditional ‘default’ modes of interpersonal communication. I partner with organizations to cultivate trust and collaboration within impact-driven teams. Recognizing that interpersonal communication is a dynamic interplay of self and other, our work together generally involves:

  • an initial discovery and assessment period,

  • a tailored design/creation process,

  • ongoing practice,

  • and a retrospective to co-design strategies for sustainable transformation.

The How

My preference is to work with clients who seek to be in relationship with me and with the transformation they seek in order to maximize impact and outcomes. A 3-month minimum container is suggested for most services, although exceptions are made per project. 

All services are offered on a sliding scale and negotiable.

  • For mission-driven teams ready to transform how they communicate, collaborate, and navigate conflict.

    Overview:
    Through a tailored blend of consulting, facilitation, 1:1 coaching, and restorative repair work, we co-design a learning process that builds self-awareness, strengthens trust, and develops real-time dialogue and feedback skills.

    What You Get:

    • Consulting & Discovery: Deep-dive assessment to identify communication pain points, interpersonal dynamics, and culture patterns, followed by a report of findings and recommendations.

    • Leadership Coaching: 1:1 and small-group coaching that builds confidence and skill in navigating difficult conversations and leading with clarity.

    • Facilitation & Learning Design: Custom-designed workshops that integrate conflict navigation, feedback culture, and emotional intelligence practices.

    • Repair & Trust-Building Support: Mediated sessions or dialogue facilitation as needed to address breakdowns, rebuild relationships, and strengthen accountability between teammates.

    • Integration & Evaluation: Pre/post assessments, retrospectives, and ongoing feedback loops to measure impact and support long-term culture shifts.

    Note: This package requires a 9-month minimum commitment.

  • Ideal for organizations seeking targeted insights and strategy to improve communication and collaboration.

    What You Get:

    • A tailored diagnostic process to identify the root causes of communication bottlenecks or breakdowns,

    • Clear, actionable recommendations for improving collaboration, decision-making, and feedback culture,

    • Implementation support for communication systems, meeting design, or cross-team processes.

  • Ideal for teams or individuals experiencing tension, misalignment, or relational conflict.

    What You Get:

    • A confidential, facilitated process designed to restore trust and rebuild communication between key stakeholders,

    • 1:1 and small-group mediation sessions grounded in neutrality, care, and accountability,

    • A follow-up plan with insights and next steps to support long-term repair and renewed collaboration.

    Note: My role is facilitating constructive dialogue and empowering parties to reach their resolutions. I do not, nor am I qualified to, provide legal advice or representation. I am committed to upholding the ethical principles outlined in the Model Standards of Conduct for Mediators to ensure a fair, impartial, and confidential process.

  • Ideal for teams seeking immersive, experiential learning to strengthen communication and leadership norms.

    What You Get:

    • Custom-designed workshops and facilitated sessions based on your goals and organizational context,

    • Interactive learning environments that promote authentic dialogue and real-time skill development,

    • Practical frameworks and tools for integrating new communication habits into daily work.

  • Ideal for individual leaders navigating complex relational dynamics, high-stakes conversations, and/or team challenges.

    What You Get:

    • 1:1 leadership communication coaching tailored to your context, goals, and style,

    • Guided practice in handling difficult conversations, feedback, and self-awareness,

    • Personalized strategies to increase influence, clarity, and presence under pressure.

  • Ideal for organizations or groups seeking to inspire and activate around communication and leadership.

    What You Get:

    • A customized, high-impact keynote that blends insight, humor, and real-world relevance,

    • Dynamic storytelling and frameworks that spark curiosity and commitment to change,

    • Optional facilitated dialogue or breakout sessions to turn inspiration into immediate action.

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Client Perspectives:

  • "I gained specific, tangible, actionable tools I have been using not only in my professional life as a manager, direct report, and peer, but also in my personal life [...] I have rarely had a work training that not only enhanced my work but also gave me tools I could so easily and fluidly translate into living a life in line with my values. I can't thank you enough!

    — Conflict Management Series Participant

  • “After doing your training, I have really seen a change in our team. They are able to use the tools you gave them to be more self aware and engage in challenging conversations […]. “

    — Intensive Participant

  • “Michaële was a pleasure to work with. She digs deep and delivers powerful insights, but always with caring and mixed with humor and her own reflections.”

    — Mediation Process Participant

  • “Beautifully facilitated sessions. Thank you for modeling so much of what you were teaching us.”

    — Session Participant

  • “Michaële is absolutely terrific. I am so grateful to have had the chance to work with her!”

    — Session Participant

  • [Michaële’s coaching] was very beneficial to my professional development moving forward. [It] helped me reach the goals I set out achieve.

    — Coaching Client

  • "I went into the session thinking that 2.5 hours was a really long time and then all of a sudden we were at the 2 hour mark! Definitely a sign of a well-planned and well-paced session!"

    — Session participant

  • "What a gift to have met, and to have [Michaële] leading our group values discussion [...] I so appreciate all that [Michaële] brought out in each member of our team and [her] honest feedback and questions about areas to explore further and how to put the talk into action."

    — Values Alignment Session Participant

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