Welcome to IMA Member Spotlight, where we take a closer look at individual IMA members and why they became a mediator.
Meet Courtney Lossmann, LMSW, CPM, and owner of Boise-based Rolling Hills Counseling & Mediation Services, PLLC. She brings her experience as a psychotherapist, court-appointed special advocate/guardian ad litem, and crisis responder to her conflict resolution work. The IMA is fortunate to have Courtney serve on the IMA Board.
Here are a few questions IMA posed to Courtney with her responses:
Q: When and why did you become a mediator?
A: Over the past several years, I've provided psychotherapy services to individuals, couples, and families throughout the Treasure Valley. A common challenge or struggle often presented is navigating conflict. Through my work helping individuals learn new skills to address and manage conflict, I've found overall mental health improves. I decided to dive into the world of mediation to learn more about conflict resolution and assist others in developing skills to navigate conflict constructively.
Q: When and why did you join the IMA?
A: I joined the IMA in 2022 to explore continuing education opportunities and to network with my professional mediation community.
Q: What types of mediation do you practice?
A: My practice is focused on divorce and child custody, estate, small claims, workplace, community, and eviction mediation.
Q: When you’re not working, how do you enjoy spending your time?
A: I enjoy traveling, spending time with family and friends, learning new hobbies, and attending trainings (I'd love to be a professional student :-).
Q: What is one tip or piece of advice you would like to share with other mediators?
A: Yikes! This is still a new area for me, so I don't know if I have much advice to offer at this time. However, I love to hear advice and personal experiences related to the field from other mediators!
Q: Is there anything else you would like us to know about you?
A: I have six children ages 14 - 22, have experienced divorce, re-marriage, and blending a family. Although each situation is unique, I have an understanding of the challenges that often lead to conflict during these life transitions.
Q: Please share with us one fun fact about yourself.
A: I recently attained my “Skipper” certification to charter sailboats!
Thank you, Courtney for participating in our IMA Member Spotlight!
