What is mediation?

Life’s most memorable and transformative experiences come from the people we encounter and the moments we share. At its roots, mediation is about maintaining connections even as conflicts arise and relationships change.

Colonialism is built on dividing communities; to limit collective action in favor of individual gain. My mission as a mediator is to support relationships and communities in remaining strong and cohesive as they manage conflict and change.

Mediation works to create a collaborative problem solving environment….

Mediation works to create a collaborative problem solving environment that sustains and grows relationships. This is because, mediation builds skills in listening, cooperation, and compromise: all things that relationships need to thrive. In mediation, you, the other party, and a mediator decide the terms of agreement rather than a judge or other external third party. DOES THIS NEED A NOTE ABOUT LEGAL GROUND FOR SOME MEDIATIONS?

All communities, but especially those impacted directly by racism, colonialism, and anti-LGBTQ+ bias, benefit from self-determination in the face of oppression. Mediation is a reclamation of relationship to self and others.

Why Stokes Mediation?

🏳️‍🌈 LGBTQ+ Affirming📍 Indianapolis Based🤝 Confidential & Neutral

I deeply understand that LGBTQ+ families and relationships face unique legal and interpersonal challenges- from navigating systems that weren’t designed with us in mind, to building chosen family structures that deserve recognition and respect. As a mediator I bring cultural competency, lived experience, and a judgement -free approach to every session.