Facilitation. Education. Coaching. Mediation.

What We Do

SMF Facilitation is not just a service—it’s a process of transformation.

We work with healthcare professionals, leadership teams, and organizations under pressure to:

• Resolve entrenched conflict

• Rebuild trust and team dynamics

• Clarify values, roles, and cultural norms

• Support ethical decision-making and strategic planning

• Empower individuals through coaching and reflection

Our Integrated Approach

Coaching | Mediation | Facilitation | Education

• Coaching: A reflective, goal-oriented process that supports personal and professional growth. We help individuals clarify values, navigate transitions, and build leadership capacity. (Certified Coach | ICF-aligned methodology)

• Mediation: A structured, neutral process for resolving conflict and restoring relationships. We guide teams through high-stakes conversations with empathy and clarity. (Certified Mediator | Trauma-informed and identity-conscious)

• Facilitation: The art of guiding groups toward meaningful outcomes. We design and lead sessions that foster psychological safety, inclusive dialogue, and actionable results. (Endorsed Facilitator | IAF Core Competency-aligned)

• Education: The process of knowledge and skill transfer. We design targeted materials and deliver in a highly interactive, reflective teaching style to impart immediate tangible skills that empower professionals to overcome obstacles and reshape culture. (Certified faculty/instructor across multiple domains)

What makes SMF different? We don’t just offer these services—we integrate them. Our sessions draw from all four disciplines, tailored to your context and goals.

Who We Serve

Why It Works

We specialize in working with:

Grounded in Experience. Powered by Process.

• Physicians, clinical leaders, administrators

• Healthcare teams navigating change or conflict

• Executives, human resources and risk management

• Organizations seeking cultural transformation

• Individuals in high-pressure roles needing clarity and support

Founder Shannon M. Foster brings over two decades of clinical, surgical, and administrative leadership to every engagement. With deep expertise in trauma care, ethics, and systems strategy, SMF Facilitation offers:

• Strategic insight rooted in real-world complexity

• Emotional intelligence and narrative reframing

• Tools that are practical, adaptable, and evidence-informed

Contact Us

Are you ready to overcome challenges and achieve your goals?

Let's talk about how we can support your unique needs.

Reach out now for your free 30-minute consultation.