Event Phone: (847) 367-4500
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Mediating in Challenging Times - 43rd Annual Conference of the Mediation Council of Illinois (1:30 pm - 4:45 pm CT)
February 6, 2026
2:30 pm - 5:45 pm Eastern
Location: Zoom – Illinois
Number of hours: 3 Hours of General CLE Approved (CEUs for mental health professionals applied for).
Trainers:
- Sara Stolberg, PhD, CDFA, CDP
- Erin Birt, JD, CADC
- Linda Cunabaugh, JD
Organization presenting the program: Mediation Council of Illinois
Description:
Dr. Stolberg: “Decision-Making & Problem Solving: Mitigating Bias Using Behavioral Finance Research. How cognitive bias influences negotiations and what mediators can do to rebalance power, foster clarity, and improve decision quality.
Ms. Birt: “Holding the Line: Reality Testing, Red Flags & Ethical Challenges in Mediation.” Strategies and language for navigating high-conflict dynamics, risk indicators, and maintaining structure & neutrality, while supporting durable outcomes.
Ms. Cunabaugh: “Parenting Plans for Families With Special-Needs Children.” Tools and considerations to help parents build plans that reflect developmental, medical and relational needs, both now and in the future.
Email: [email protected]
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