ABOUT US
MEETING YOU WHERE YOU ARE
Understanding the Other is a small, personal business, specially designed for each individual circumstance. We won’t compromise on quality and spared no expense to obtain and provide the best skills, training and background required. Understanding the Other provides a life-changing experience. You’ll be glad you called us.
Dr. Wes Thiessen
Certified Mediator
Dr. Wes Thiessen has been trained in general mediation skills with the Alternative Dispute Resolution Institute of Alberta (ADRIA; affiliated with the ADR Institute of Canada – ADRIC), specific mediation skills in Victim-Offender Reconciliation (Restorative Justice), Family Mediation (Family Mediation Canada), and is also trained in Arbitration (National Family Law Arbitration Canada). He has a PhD in Islamic History, has spent 15 years living in the Muslim world with over 20 years of experience in post-secondary education. He speaks English and Arabic, has good command of French and can also carry on conversations in German and Hebrew. He believes that language opens the heart to understand others.
WHO WE HELP
Individuals
Support with Conflict / Divorce / Communication coaching
Couples
Offering mediation for couples at different points in their relationship. Can include conflict resolution in the community, family, or place of employment.
Organizations / Groups
Providing conflict resolution training/services in the workplace.