Conflict Management

Most people avoid conflict because they find it uncomfortable. We tend to shy away from disagreements, or explode when the tension gets to be too much. Both approaches are ineffective. We believe conflict is the creative edge which points to the solutions you need to be happy together. We can teach you ways to address conflict to turn a frightening experience into a solution-oriented, choice-creating conversation.

Conflict is often the result of a system that has not put in place the proper structures that would create a peaceful environment. Roles may be unclear, policies may be enforced arbitrarily, and communication practices may be poor. Before engaging in "conflict resolution" Dr Vogt does an assessment of the environment in which the conflict is taking place. Conflict resolution may be as simple as "role-clarification" or communication skills training, or as difficult as training or removing a problematic personality, or teaching acceptance and forgiveness skills.

Trying to address conflict without the presence and support of a skilled facilitator can be quite destructive. Raising topics that have been avoided for years is a powder keg if not handled properly. Using professional mediation and facilitation methods makes conflict surprisingly solvable and has the potential to bring you much closer as a family.