MEDIATOR AND COACH FOR MINDSET & RELATIONSHIPS | SONJA T. WOOD
BECOME A PIONEER
BECOME A PIONEER
BY DEVELOPING YOUR CONFLICT RESOLUTION SKILLS
“I truly believe there is another way than blaming, staying upset, or saying nothing at all. This only crystalizes bitterness and the trust is being broken.”
♦ CIVIL & BUSINESS MEDIATION ♦
If you think about a lawsuit, try a civil mediation first. Not only it is cheaper, but it may save you time and energy.
Do you experience a dispute, conflict, strong disagreement with a client or collaborator ? Business mediation might be for you !
I CAN HELP YOU.
CIVIL & BUSINESS MEDIATION
If you think about a lawsuit, try a mediation first. Not only it is cheaper, but it may save you time and energy.
Do you experience a dispute, conflict, strong disagreement with a client or collaborator ? Business mediation might be for you !
I CAN HELP YOU
About Me
About Me
I am a qualified Mediator, having completed my training in 2019, specializing in Civil and Business Disputes. In 2024, I assumed the role of Chair of Membership for the Texas Association of Mediators (TAM), thereby joining TAM’s Board of Directors. Additionally, I hold certification as a Conflict Influencer™ from HCI and serve as a speaker and trainer for HCI. I dedicate my time as a volunteer mediator, actively supporting Dispute Resolution Centers across Texas. Committed to upholding the standards and integrity of the mediation profession, I am a TMCA Candidate for Credentialed Mediator.
Before transitioning into mediation, I gained valuable experience as an engineer in Germany, working with prominent chemical and oil companies. During this time, I observed the detrimental effects of poor communication skills on organizations, management, and employees. Driven by these insights, I redirected my focus towards becoming an Interpersonal Relationships and Conflict Management Specialist. My mission is to empower organizations and individuals to enhance their organizational and personal effectiveness by honing their conflict management and interpersonal skills.
In pursuit of my goal to promote positive change, I completed a certification in Positive Psychology. This foundation supports my approach of emphasizing strengths and opportunities for improvement rather than dwelling on shortcomings.
Today, I offer online Civil and Business Mediation Services, alongside coaching services focusing on relationship enhancement and effective conflict management strategies. Through my expertise and dedication, I continue to make significant contributions to the field of mediation and conflict resolution.
You deserve the best that a relationship can offer.
Do you feel this weight on your chest ? Do you keep thinking over and over about what you could have said or done differently ?
« I shouldn’t have said that.
– I should have said something.
– Why did I agree to this !? I really didn’t want to…
– Arg ! That makes me SO MAD when he/she does that !
– Yeah, whatever you want. Let’s just not fight again.
– I’m FINE ! Whatever !
– Don’t overreact… it’s not that a big deal ! »
You might have been used to…
… satisfy others despite your own needs; not saying a clear, firm and friendly “No”; feeling guilty when putting a boundary; avoiding conflict; feeling overwhelmed by criticism; and maybe knowing a toxic person…
It is time to speak up, step up, bold and proud of who you are.
Developing your emotional resilience and your ability to manage conflict is the best gift you can do to yourself.
OUR THOUGHTS AND OUR EMOTIONS CREATE OUR ATTITUDE.
Our attitude is everything: from our words to our actions in response to the situations.
Lead yourself in life by having the power to influence how others will treat you.
Lead yourself in life by having the power to influence how others will treat you.
My Services
Mediation
Mediation
Small Businesses & Civil Mediation (online possible)
I offer Mediation for Small Businesses and Civil Cases as a qualified Mediator. Willing to maintain the quality and accountability of the mediation profession, I am currently a TMCA Candidate for Credentialed Mediator.
Coaching for Mindset and Relationships
Coaching for Mindset and Relationships
Pre-Mediation Coaching or Conflict Prevention
You might want to prepare yourself for a mediation, or to keep the benefits after the mediation. Either way, being able to handle conflict every day is a high valuable skill that you can practice and strengthen. Learn to deal with any conflicts, gain confidence and assertiveness. Our sessions are « quick to the point » and you will have technics and tools ready-to-use for a lifetime.
4h MEDIATION
CIVIL & BUSINESS- including pre-mediation coaching
- including follow-up between sessions (if applicable)
- including settlement agreement
- if additional time: +100$ per party for each hour.
90min COACHING
MINDSET, RELATIONSHIPS- including documents if needed
- including email support up to 2 weeks after the session
I need you to know one thing,
Your communication is the bridge between your inner world and the outer world.
I need you to know one thing,
Your communication is the bridge between your inner world and the outer world.
MY ENGAGEMENT
Creating a world where it becomes easier to talk, even when it doesn’t seem easy. A world where we choose to grow together instead of blaming, criticize or judge each other. Developing our capacity to master our thoughts, emotions and actions in difficult situations changes everything in every aspect of our lives and improve our relationships beyond any expectations.
WHAT I BRING TO YOU
My knowledge in conflict management as a Mediator, my expertise as an Expert in High Conflict Resolution, practical exercises to stay proactive, my research and readings about neuroscience, a structured work focused on resolution, and of course, an active listening, tolerant and free of judgement.
MY “WHY”
Because I know that we can all prosper professionally and personally and create authentic relationships based on respect and tolerance by developing our conflict resolutions skills: dealing with challenging situations with confidence and assertiveness.
Sonja has been seen with…
Central Texas
DISPUTE RESOLUTION CENTER