Welcome!
I'm Susan Stiffelman, and it's my honor and joy to share what I've learned in my 40 years working as a teacher and psychotherapist.
My approach is built on helping parents be the calm, confident "Captain of the ship" for their kids.
I'll help you magnify your child's strengths and address challenges at their root, to help kids develop resilience, confidence, and flexibility.
If you're ready for more laughter, sweeter connection, and fewer power struggles, read on!
I'm Susan Stiffelman, and it's my honor and joy to share what I've learned in my 40 years working as a teacher and psychotherapist.
My approach is built on helping parents be the calm, confident "Captain of the ship" for their kids.
I'll help you magnify your child's strengths and address challenges at their root, to help kids develop resilience, confidence, and flexibility.
If you're ready for more laughter, sweeter connection, and fewer power struggles, read on!
My approach is built on helping parents be the calm, confident "Captain of the ship" for their kids.
I'll help you magnify your child's strengths and address challenges at their root, to help kids develop resilience, confidence, and flexibility.
If you're ready for more laughter, sweeter connection, and fewer power struggles, read on!
Welcome!
I'm Susan Stiffelman, and it's my honor and joy to share what I've learned in my 40 years working as a teacher and psychotherapist.
My approach is built on helping parents be the calm, confident "Captain of the ship" for their kids.
I'll help you magnify your child's strengths and address challenges at their root, to help kids develop resilience, confidence, and flexibility.
If you're ready for more laughter, sweeter connection, and fewer power struggles, read on!
I'm Susan Stiffelman, and it's my honor and joy to share what I've learned in my 40 years working as a teacher and psychotherapist.
My approach is built on helping parents be the calm, confident "Captain of the ship" for their kids.
I'll help you magnify your child's strengths and address challenges at their root, to help kids develop resilience, confidence, and flexibility.
If you're ready for more laughter, sweeter connection, and fewer power struggles, read on!
My approach is built on helping parents be the calm, confident "Captain of the ship" for their kids.
I'll help you magnify your child's strengths and address challenges at their root, to help kids develop resilience, confidence, and flexibility.
If you're ready for more laughter, sweeter connection, and fewer power struggles, read on!
What my work is about:
✔ Connection
✔ Connection
Children try harder to behave well when they feel connected to us. That's why building secure attachment is a cornerstone of my work.
✔ Confidence
Our children want to feel we're comfortable being in charge. That means setting limits with clarity and compassion.
✔ Courage
Frustration is a part of childhood. When we aren't afraid of their upsets, we can guide our kids through their tears to greater resilience.
What my work is about:
✔ Connection
Children try harder to behave well when they feel connected to us. That's why building secure attachment is a cornerstone of my work.
✔ Confidence
Our children want to feel we're comfortable being in charge. That means setting limits with clarity and compassion.
✔ Courage
Frustration is a part of childhood. When we aren't afraid of their upsets, we can guide our kids through their tears to greater resilience.
Practical Help For Parents
Practical Help For Parents
MASTER CLASSES
PARENTING WITHOUT
POWER STRUGGLES MEMBERSHIP
POWER STRUGGLES MEMBERSHIP
CO-PARENTING WITH A NARCISSIST MEMBERSHIP
Over 50 master classes for every parenting need, on topics from attachment and dysregulation, to chores, screen time, and school.
Get personalized support and coaching twice a month, plus the support of like-minded parents, class discounts, and more.
Join me with Wendy Behary for support and coaching to help you through this uniquely challenging parenting journey.
Practical Help For Parents
Practical Help For Parents
MASTER CLASSES
Over 50 master classes for every parenting need, on topics from attachment and dysregulation, to chores, screen time, and school.
PARENTING WITHOUT
POWER STRUGGLES MEMBERSHIP
POWER STRUGGLES MEMBERSHIP
Get personalized support and coaching twice a month, plus the support of like-minded parents, class discounts, and more.
CO-PARENTING WITH A NARCISSIST MEMBERSHIP
Join me with Wendy Behary for support and coaching to help you through this uniquely challenging parenting journey.
New Offerings:
New Offerings:
Raising Self-Led Kids
Raising Self-Led Kids
Latest Podcast Episode
In this class, Susan Stiffelman and Lisa Spiegel will introduce you to Internal Family Systems, a therapeutic approach that helps us embrace the gifts that our emotions bring--including sadness, fear, frustration, and anger.
In addition to learning about using IFS for themselves, parents will be shown how to introduce children and teens to "Parts" language, so they can better understand their thoughts, feelings, and sensations.
In addition to learning about using IFS for themselves, parents will be shown how to introduce children and teens to "Parts" language, so they can better understand their thoughts, feelings, and sensations.
ln this episode, Susan explores the quiet, everyday joy that often gets lost in the stress, demands, and pressures of parenting--and why small moments of happiness are essential for both parents and children. Drawing on attachment theory, neuroscience, and Internal Family Systems, she explains how play, laughter, and lightness help regulate nervous systems and strengthen connection, offering simple ways to bring more joy into daily life.
New Offerings:
New Offerings:
Raising Self-Led Kids
Raising Self-Led Kids
Join Susan Stiffelman and Lisa Spiegel for this special class on Internal Family Systems (IFS). You’ll learn how to help kids view their emotions as “parts,” so difficult feelings don’t define or overwhelm them—and how to stay grounded as the calm captain when emotions run high.
Ideal for parents who want to nurture emotional resilience, self-compassion, and confidence in their children.
Includes:
- 🎥 Live 90-minute class with replay access
- 🧠 Practical, age-appropriate tools for introducing IFS to kids and teens
- 🤝 Experiential exercises you can use right away
Latest Podcast Episode
ln this episode, Susan explores the quiet, everyday joy that often gets lost in the stress, demands, and pressures of parenting--and why small moments of happiness are essential for both parents and children. Drawing on attachment theory, neuroscience, and Internal Family Systems, she explains how play, laughter, and lightness help regulate nervous systems and strengthen connection, offering simple ways to bring more joy into daily life.
Master Classes
Master Classes
I offer over 50 master classes for every parenting need, from attachment and dysregulation, to chores, screen time, school and more
I offer over 50 master classes for every parenting need, from attachment and dysregulation, to chores, screen time, school and more
Over 50 classes available:
- Collaborations with renowned experts
- Lifetime access to your purchases
- Watch or listen to the class recordings at your convenience
Parenting Without Power Struggles Community
Parenting Without Power Struggles Community
Join our wonderful member community if you'd like consistent help becoming the calm, confident "Captain of the ship" for your kids!
Join our wonderful member community if you'd like consistent help becoming the calm, confident "Captain of the ship" for your kids!
Join me for:
- Twice monthly live coaching calls
- Access to the entire coaching call recording library
- Discounts on master classes
Co-Parenting With A Narcissist
Co-Parenting With A Narcissist
Wendy Behary and I offer monthly support for parents raising kids with a narcissistic parenting partner
Wendy Behary and I offer monthly support for parents raising kids with a narcissistic parenting partner
Join us for:
- Twice monthly live coaching calls
- Access to the entire coaching call recording library
- Discounts on master classes
Are you having a tough time?
Are you having a tough time?
Consider these options if you're in the middle of a parenting challenge. Learn about Susan's approach.
Consider these options if you're in the middle of a parenting challenge. Learn about Susan's approach.
Private Coaching
- 30 minute and 60 minute sessions available
- Talk with me via phone or video
- Unlike therapy, no ongoing commitment
Ask Me Anything Program
- Targeted advice at a fraction of the cost of private coaching
- Submit a question either by voice recording or in writing
- Receive my personalized audio response within 72 hours
Some of our most popular classes
Is your child overwhelmed by strong emotions?
Is your child overwhelmed by strong emotions?
Even more support!
Read my books to learn the foundation of my work.
A free session with me and Wendy Behary to support parents in this uniquely difficult co-parenting situation.
Episodes include collaborations with many inspirational speakers as well practical tools for every parenting topic under the sun!
Even more support!
Read my books to learn the foundation of my work.
A free session with me and Wendy Behary to support parents in this uniquely difficult co-parenting situation.
Episodes include collaborations with many inspirational speakers as well practical tools for every parenting topic under the sun!
