Emotion Coaching for Conflict Resolution

Transform Conflict into Connection. Heal Relationships. Strengthen Kinship.

Awakening Kinship is a culturally grounded workshop that explores how we can move through conflict, difficult emotions, and challenging conversations in ways that strengthen rather than divide our relationships.

Rooted in Indigenous wisdom, the teachings of Skywoman and Strawberry Medicine, and evidence-based relational practices, this workshop invites participants to see conflict differently—not simply as something to avoid, but as an opportunity for understanding, healing, accountability, and deeper connection.

 

What You'll Explore

Throughout the workshop, participants will learn practical tools to:

• Understand and regulate emotional responses

• Communicate through conflict without blame or shame

• Recognize patterns such as criticism, defensiveness, and shutting down

• Practice heart-centered listening and validation

• Navigate difficult conversations with greater confidence

• Take accountability and create meaningful apologies

• Repair relationships after conflict

• Build greater emotional safety, trust, and connection

 

Strengthening Kinship

At the heart of Awakening Kinship is the understanding that healthy relationships are not relationships without conflict—they are relationships where we learn how to move through conflict with care, courage, compassion, and accountability.

By strengthening the way we listen, communicate, repair, and reconnect, we can create healthier relationships within ourselves, our families, workplaces, and communities.

 

Who Is This Workshop For?

Awakening Kinship is designed for individuals, couples, parents and caregivers, First Nations communities and organizations, community leaders, support workers, counsellors, and helping professionals seeking culturally grounded tools for healthier communication and stronger relationships.

 

Facilitated by Stephanie Erickson, RCC

Founder of Strawberry Medicine Counselling Inc. and Indigenous Mental Health Clinician.

 

Interested in bringing Awakening Kinship to your community or organization? Contact us to learn more.