Ombuds Services

Ombuds services that restore trust, reduce risk, and move conflict forward.

Confidential, neutral, trauma-informed support for workplaces, organizations, and communities. Built for leaders who want clarity, dignity, and actionable next steps.

Confidential & Neutral

A private space to explore options.

Structured Clarity

Clear process, clear next steps.

Practical Outcomes

Reduce risk, improve trust.

Trusted by organizations committed to healthy workplaces

Ombuds Association
HR Council
Ethics Forum
Equity Lab
Leadership Network
Conflict Resolution Institute
Ombuds Association
HR Council
Ethics Forum
Equity Lab
Leadership Network
Conflict Resolution Institute
Confidential
Neutral
Informal
Trauma-informed
Systems-aware
Why This Exists

Conflict is not a people problem. It is a systems problem.

We help organizations respond early, protect dignity, and build healthier patterns before issues harden into formal conflict.

Confidential

Early, confidential support before escalation.

Neutral

Options counseling without pressure or judgment.

Systems-aware

Insight that reduces repeat issues and burnout.

Trauma-informed

Approaches that honor dignity and safety.

Who It's For

Built for mission-driven and people-centered workplaces.

We support organizations where trust and culture are as important as outcomes.

Nonprofits

Mission-driven teams navigating value tension, resource strain, and high stakes.

Education

Faculty, staff, and administrators working through power and policy friction.

Healthcare

Clinical and operational teams balancing urgency, ethics, and safety.

Government

Public sector workplaces managing accountability and cross-agency conflict.

Small Business

Founder-led teams where culture, trust, and retention are personal.

Outcomes

Clear outcomes that protect people and systems.

We translate complex conflict into practical steps and measurable stability.

Earlier
Intervention before issues formalize
Better
Retention and morale
Reduced
Time spent in repetitive conflict cycles

Clearer communication norms and accountability.

A trusted, confidential resource for employees and leaders.

Process

What happens next

Every engagement is tailored, but the path is always clear and grounded in consent.

1

Inquiry

A discreet first message or call to understand the concern and urgency.

2

Intake

We clarify goals, context, and boundaries before recommending options.

3

Options

We map paths forward, including informal, restorative, or facilitated steps.

4

Action

Coaching, dialogue, mediation, or training based on what fits the situation.

5

Follow-up

We document learning and support the system so the issue does not repeat.

FAQ

Short answers, clear expectations.

These are the questions we hear most often about confidentiality, neutrality, and process.

What it is

Ombuds work is informal, confidential, and focused on options. You decide what happens next.
Is an ombuds the same as HR?

No. Ombuds are neutral and informal. We do not investigate or represent the organization, and you control what happens next.

What does confidentiality mean here?

Your conversation stays private with narrow safety or legal exceptions that are explained upfront.

Can you facilitate a hard conversation?

Yes, when all parties agree. We prepare everyone and set clear boundaries before any meeting.

Trust

A calm, dignified approach.

"The ombuds gave me a space to think clearly. I didn't feel judged. I felt heard."

Anonymous Client

Ready to talk?

Whether you're exploring options or ready to engage, we're here to help you take the next step with clarity and confidence.