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Parenting without Power Struggles: Raising Joyful, Resilient Teens While Staying Cool, Calm, and Connected

with Susan Stiffelman

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What you will learn during this interview…

Raising teens can sometimes feel like an endless series of conflicts over homework, chores, and screen time.  But it doesn’t have to be that way! It is possible to parent your teen without power struggles…and we’ll show you how in this special interview.  Susan Stiffelman is the author of the bestselling books Parenting Without Power Struggles and Parenting with Presence, and has been featured on the Today Show, Boston Globe, and the Los Angeles Times for her work with parents and families.  Join us for this insightful conversation to discover…

  • How to avoid nagging your teen, and set more effective limits…especially around hot-button issues like screen time
  • Why it’s essential for parents to be the “captain of the ship” for their teens
  • A simple way to re-frame conflicts with your teen that will help you stay calm and collected…even when your teen seems determined to make you lose your cool!

About Your Speaker

Interview | Susan Stiffelman

Susan Stiffelman

Susan Stiffelman is a marriage and family therapist, credentialed teacher, and licensed psychotherapist. For over 30 years, Susan has worked with families to create greater harmony and deeper connection between parents and children. She also delivers weekly parenting advice for the Huffington Post as their “Parent Coach.” Susan is the author Parenting Without Power Struggles and Parenting with Presence and is regularly featured in print and broadcast media, including NBC’s Today Show, The Boston Globe, and the Los Angeles Times.

For the past two years, Susan has hosted four-day Parenting With Presence summits featuring guests like Dr. Jane Goodall, Arianna Huffington, and Alanis Morissette. Susan has delivered her parenting guidance throughout the world, from Paris to Tel Aviv to Senegal. She has a worldwide network of parents that rely on her advice and support via her popular newsletter and Facebook posts, Skype sessions, and online courses. Susan is based in Los Angeles where she maintains a small, private therapy practice

Watch Susan’s recent interview series, Raising Tweens and Teens: Less Drama, More Joy