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:
Keeping Your Holiday Cool
Keeping Your Holiday Cool
Latest Podcast Episode
In this interactive class, Susan will help you prepare a plan to avoid some of the usual holiday hassles. The class is designed to address your specific concerns, so whether you attend live or submit a question in advance, you'll get guidance for your most pressing concerns!
You'll get tips for preventing meltdowns, handling family drama, managing travel tensions, and much more.
You'll get tips for preventing meltdowns, handling family drama, managing travel tensions, and much more.
In this episode, I speak with clinician and author Kelsey Blahnik about her new book, The AND Way, a model that supports people in navigating tension while staying connected across deep divides. Together, we explore how parents can raise children who are open-minded, compassionate, and able to engage respectfully with those who think differently. Our conversation highlights the importance of fostering respect, understanding, and emotional flexibility—skills that are essential for navigating today’s increasingly polarized world.
New Offerings:
New Offerings:
Keeping Your Holiday Cool!
Keeping Your Holiday Cool!
In this interactive class, Susan will help you prepare a plan to avoid some of the usual holiday hassles. The class is designed to address your specific concerns, so whether you attend live or submit a question in advance, you'll get guidance for your most pressing concerns!
You'll get tips for preventing meltdowns, handling family drama, managing travel tensions, and much more.
You'll get tips for preventing meltdowns, handling family drama, managing travel tensions, and much more.
Latest Podcast Episode
In this episode, I speak with clinician and author Kelsey Blahnik about her new book, The AND Way, a model that supports people in navigating tension while staying connected across deep divides. Together, we explore how parents can raise children who are open-minded, compassionate, and able to engage respectfully with those who think differently. Our conversation highlights the importance of fostering respect, understanding, and emotional flexibility—skills that are essential for navigating today’s increasingly polarized world.
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!
