Sarah Heigel

Sarah Heigel joined the Resolve team in November of 2023 as a Resolution Specialist. Sarah has worked as an assistant preschool teacher, a dance instructor, and a coffee stand manager, but perhaps most significantly as a river guide with the Life Expanding Adventure Program (LEAP). LEAP provides wilderness programs for people facing adversity and trauma. Through LEAP Sarah experienced firsthand the impacts that community building circles and restorative practices can have and she discovered a passion for navigating social interactions with trauma-informed, intentional communication practices that empower those involved, and ultimately strengthen our community.

Sarah has an education in healthcare administration and is certified in restorative justice facilitation, mediation, and suicide first aid. With a love for introspection and growth, she continuously seeks opportunities to expand her interpersonal skills and knowledge of conflict resolution and communication.

In her free time, Sarah enjoys baking, dancing, and exploring new places with her Australian cattle dog, Gustopher.