Welcome to The Bend

We’re so glad you’re here.

At The Bend, everything centers around — well — the bend itself: the moments where life curves unexpectedly. The conflict. The hard conversations. The decisions you don’t feel ready for. The twists that make you pause and rethink what comes next.

We believe the way we move through those bend points says a lot about who we are and who we’re becoming.

A bit about us

We’re Marta and Katie — mediators, conversation nerds, and the voices behind The Bend.

Our shared passion is helping people turn tough moments into healthier dialogue. Mediation gave us a pretty stacked tool belt for navigating conflict, and this space is where we get to share those tools with you — through reflection, practical strategies, and a few light moments along the way.

Because the bend doesn’t mean breaking.

It’s where things start to take shape.