Specialized Conflict Resolution Support

We provide expert, values-based support to help individuals and organizations navigate conflict with clarity and confidence. Our approach blends deep experience, proven techniques, and a commitment to respectful, outcome-focused problem-solving and relational growth.

Conflict Support Services

Reaching for Resolve is built on a dual foundation:

Our services are offered through three interconnected streams:

Supportive Third-Party Interventions: Skilled mediation and facilitation to help individuals and groups navigate conflict, enhance dialogue, and reach constructive resolutions.
Education and Training: Workshops, courses, and learning experiences focused on developing the competencies and confidence needed for effective conflict engagement and resolution.
Counseling and Advising: Customized consulting and coaching services that provide practical guidance, strategic insights, and personalized support for complex challenges and conflict competency development.

James Chicanot

Founder

Get to Know James & Reaching for Resolve

At Reaching for Resolve, James is dedicated to pioneering and implementing cutting-edge, values-driven approaches to conflict resolution and capacity building, optimizing outcomes and empowering individuals and organizations to navigate complex challenges with conflict. With a graduate degree in Dispute Resolution and 25 years of hands-on experience, James brings a deep well of expertise to help clients navigate conflict across diverse sectors, including workplace, private business, government, community, environmental, First Nations, and family contexts. His extensive experience allows him to tailor solutions that drive positive outcomes, no matter the complexity. A longtime member of Mediate BC, James’ professional profile can be viewed here.

James also provides a specialized Conflict Optimization service —think consigliere without the mafia part — offering highly personalized, expertly tailored support and consulting services to select individuals and organizations at every stage of conflict. His unique ability to adapt and craft thoughtful solutions for each situation and context sets him apart, ensuring that clients receive the right kind of service for their specific needs.

More importantly his instructional techniques were very diverse such as: role playing, demonstrations, note taking and not simply lecturing, that was appreciated and easier to apply what was learned.

A highly skilled mediator… He was really good at picking up on the nuances of the problem and leading us in a productive and positive direction.

“Be more humble than a blade of grass, more tolerant than a tree, always offering respect onto others.”

– Chaitanya Mahaprabhu

A Tailored Approach to Conflict Resolution

At Reaching for Resolve, we understand that every client and situation is unique. Rather than relying on a formulaic or “one-size-fits-all” approach, we take the time to deeply understand each client’s needs and context.

Our goal is to help individuals and organizations unlock the constructive potential of conflict, guiding them towards meaningful, positive outcomes that foster growth, collaboration, and lasting change.