
Susan Stiffelman
Licensed marriage and family therapist, author of Parenting Without Power Struggles and Parenting With Presence, and host of the Parenting Without Power Struggles podcast. She helps parents become the calm, confident “Captain of the ship”.
Top 5 podcasts with Susan Stiffelman
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Dec 8, 2023 • 38min
S3 Ep 49: Parenting on Display: How to Navigate Parenting In Front of Others w/ Susan Stiffelman
Marriage and Family therapist Susan Stiffelman shares practical tips on how to navigate parenting in front of others, handle challenging situations during stressful holiday gatherings, and address a child's behavior by understanding their feelings and motivations. The podcast also discusses techniques for self-regulation, the importance of nurturing children through moments of rupture, and supporting children through negative emotions.

Apr 24, 2025 • 38min
Which Part Is Parenting with Susan Stiffelman
Susan Stiffelman, a licensed marriage and family therapist and parenting coach, shares her insights on the complexities of parenting. She discusses the importance of staying connected to oneself, especially when faced with a child's distress. Stiffelman emphasizes that parenting should come from a calm center rather than reactive ‘hijacked’ parts. With anecdotes from her own life, she highlights the need for self-compassion and understanding one's emotions to foster healthier family dynamics. Tune in for practical wisdom and empowering strategies!

Nov 2, 2021 • 20min
1:86 Farmer, Hunters and Adult ADHD with Susan Stiffelman
Susan Stiffelman, diagnosed with ADD as an adult, discusses the unique advantages of ADD-ish tendencies. Topics include navigating disorganization, embracing ADHD as a unique way of thinking, the Hunter Farmer Theory in relation to ADHD, and practical tips for managing ADHD traits.

Mar 20, 2020 • 23min
Parenting in Anxious Times (with Susan Stiffelman, MFT)
Susan Stiffelman, an author and therapist, shares valuable insights on parenting during turbulent times. She emphasizes age-appropriate communication strategies to help children, especially anxious ones, understand complex topics like current events. The discussion explores how parents' anxieties can affect their kids and offers practical techniques for reassurance. Stiffelman also highlights the importance of creating safe spaces for children to express their fears, fostering autonomy and resilience in the face of uncertainty.

Oct 16, 2019 • 31min
Faced with Troubling Behavior - Now What? (with Susan Stiffelman and Maggie Dent)
Family counselor Susan Stiffelman and best-selling parenting author Maggie Dent join Janet to discuss addressing children's troubling behaviors, understanding their deeper messages, accepting their uniqueness, navigating rejection and conflict resolution, and exploring the challenges and rewards of raising children.