Facilitated by Maura Smith Stein
Certified Restorative Justice Practitioner and Trained Circle Keeper (Suffolk University)
Trained & Certified Practicing Mediator (Cornell ILR)
25 Years of Experience in Human & Youth Services
Our Offerings
Circle Facilitation:
Resolve conflicts, build teams, strengthen relationships, develop shared values and trust within communities through inclusive dialogue.
Training in Circle Work:
Learn the skills to facilitate restorative circles that foster trust, mutual respect, and shared values.
Conflict Resolution Leadership Training and Mediation:
Develop conflict resolution and leadership skills rooted in restorative justice principles and community values. Mediation services fostering open communication and resolution.
Types of Circles Offered
Facilitated by a trained Circle Keeper
- Welcome Circles – building trust and connection for new groups, teams, or community spaces
- Community Building Circles – strengthening relationships, belonging, and group culture
- Listening Circles – creating space for sharing perspectives and practicing deep listening
- Leadership Circles – supporting reflective dialogue and relationship-centered leadership
- Decision-Making Circles – guiding collaborative discussion and shared problem-solving
- Values & Guidelines Circles – helping groups co-create shared values and community agreements
- Learning Circles – integrating reflection and dialogue into educational or professional learning
- Professional Development Circles – strengthening communication, teamwork, and workplace culture
- Wellness Circles – supporting reflection, well-being, and connection
- Youth Circles – engaging young people in conversations about belonging, identity, and leadership
- Celebration Circles – honoring milestones, transitions, and accomplishments
- Conflict Navigation Circles – supporting respectful dialogue and relationship repair
- Circles at Sea – an innovative ocean-based circle model integrating restorative practice with coastal environments
Why Choose Maura?
With 25 years of experience in human and youth services, Maura offers expert guidance in repairing and restoring relationships, conflict resolution, and leadership. Her approach is grounded in restorative principles and the belief that building circles builds community. Emphasizing trust, collaboration, and the power of restorative practices, Maura invites you to join her on a journey toward peace.
Cross-Sector Partnerships & Engagement
Sea Blue Company partners across government, education, workforce, and community systems to embed restorative culture and sustainable vocational pathways.
Government & Public Sector
Massachusetts State Agencies (including DCF, DDS, DMH, and the Massachusetts Office of Public Collaboration – MOPC);
County Government Departments;
Human Rights Advisory Board;
Juvenile Diversion Programs.
Education & Higher Education
Regional Middle & High Schools;
Athletic Departments;
Cape Cod Community College (Professional Development, Lifelong Learning, and Student Engagement Programs);
College & University Organizations;
Political & Civic Leadership Groups.
Workforce & Community Systems
Vocational & Workforce Development Programs;
Community-Based Agencies;
Families;
Individual Participants.
To discuss your needs and receive a customized proposal, please contact us.