The Institute of Applied Conflict Resolution and Mediation is a globally recognized mediation service that specializes in resolving high-stakes disputes using a unique neuroscience-based approach. Led by Carol Barkes, named by Fox News as the nation’s top neuroscience-based conflict resolution expert, the firm stands out for its innovative methods and impressive track record of over 14,000 successful cases worldwide.
Unlike traditional mediators with legal backgrounds, the Institute integrates neuroscience, negotiation strategy, and behavioral science to address how people actually think and feel during conflict. This human-centered, communication-focused process is designed to save time, reduce stress, and preserve relationships, serving individuals, families, and organizations both locally in Boise, Idaho, and internationally through virtual and in-person sessions.
Services Offered
- Mediation
- Divorce Mediation
- Child Custody Mediation
- Coaching – Co-Parenting Services
- Pre-Mediation Coaching
- Group Facilitation Services
- Housing Mediation (including landlord and tenant disputes, evictions, and HOA conflicts)
- Workplace and Business Partnership Disputes
- Construction and Contractor Issues
- Business-to-Business and Client Conflict Resolution
- Insurance Claim Disputes and Subrogation
- Medical Conflict Resolution and Malpractice Concerns
- Juvenile or Minor Criminal Issues
- Pet Custody or Care Disagreements
- Parenting Coordination
- Concierge Mediation Program
- Certification Training for Professionals
- Custom Training Programs
With a 95% resolution rate and services adaptable to any cultural context, the Institute supports clients and professionals globally, offering tailored solutions for family, corporate, and court-appointed cases. Their methods are delivered in English and focus on creating lasting, satisfactory outcomes without the need for litigation.
