Annika Nelson
Mediator, Ombudsman, Conflict Resolution Specialist
Specialties
Employment, Organizational, and Divorce Mediation
Training
Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service, Mosten Mediation, Los Angeles City Attorney's Office
My Approach
Empathetic, Light-Hearted, and Effective
My Promise
1. To truly understand each party
2. To turn conflict into collaboration
3. To make resolution finally feel possible
A Bit About Me
I have always had a knack for walking into tense rooms and helping everyone exhale. My journey to mediation began with cross-cultural understanding and along the way I have narrowed in on my life's purpose: helping people find common ground.
Armed with years of experience, stubborn optimism, and a smile, I am here to make the hard stuff less hard. When conflict feels heavy, I bring lightness. When tension is thick, I bring clarity. And when people feel stuck, I listen - really listen - until I truly understand each perspective.
Whether you're navigating a divorce, feuding with neighbors, or trying to salvage a business partnership, mediation can work for you because it gives you control over the process and the outcome. No judges, no imposed solutions - just guided conversations that lead to real results.
Experience
Peace Corps Volunteer
Human Resources
Ombudsman
Mediator
I served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in China. I taught English and cross-cultural understanding.
I started my career in Federal Human Resources with the Department of Transportation. I focused on Human Capital and Organizational Planning.
Within the Office of Intergovernmental Relations, I served as Associate Municipal Ombudsman with the Environmental Protection Agency. My role was to help communities resolve conflict with the federal government, and navigate federal regulations.
I began mediating with the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service. I have mediated cases all across the federal workplace - helping managers and employees return to productive working relationships.
Proudly trained by:
Federal Mediation and Conciliation Services
United States Ombuds Association
Los Angeles County City Attorney's Office
Mosten Mediation Training
