Susan Stiffelman is a family therapist, parent coach, and one of the country's premiere parenting experts, and the author of Parenting Without Power Struggles and Parenting With Presence (an Eckhart Tolle edition.)
Susan's podcasts feature conversations with guests including Dr. Dan Siegel, Janet Lansbury, Dr. Kristen Neff, Dr. Mona Delahooke, Glennon Doyle, Dr. Jane Goodall, Jack Kornfield, Martha Beck, and many others.
108 Available Episodes (108 Total)Average duration: 00:21:57
Apr 21, 2023
1: 107 Raising Healthy Teens With Dr. Lisa Damour
00:38:15
At a time when headlines are filled with dire warnings about the mental health of our adolescents, this information-packed session with Dr. Lisa Damour offers vital guidance for parents—including those with younger kids—about how to navigate the ups and downs that come with growing up. https://susanstiffelman.com/lisa-damour-teen-podcast-episode/
Mar 22, 2023
1:106 Raising Sensitive Children with Susan Stiffelman, MFT
00:15:15
Did you know that 15% to 20% of the population are highly sensitive people? Yet many parents struggle to understand their deeply feeling children. In this episode, Susan explains the trait of sensitivity and shares 3 of the most important things to keep in mind to help you nurture and support your sensitive child. https://susanstiffelman.com/raising-sensitive-kids-podcast-episodes/
Feb 27, 2023
1:105 When Children Are Aggressive
00:13:42
In this episode, Susan reassures listeners that aggressive behavior is common, and talks about some of the elements that often fuel a child’s angry outbursts. She also addresses a few important ways we can reduce its frequency. https://susanstiffelman.com/aggression-podcast-podcast-episode/
Feb 08, 2023
1:104 Making Long Term Change with Susan Stiffelman
00:15:28
In this powerful episode, Susan talks about the underlying, invisible elements—often remnants of our own childhood-- that sometimes fuel our anger, frustration, or despair as we deal with the daily challenges of parenting. https://susanstiffelman.com/making-long-term-change-podcast-episode/
Feb 06, 2023
1:103 When Kids Don't Like Team Sports
00:11:59
In this episode, Susan answers a question submitted by a parents about his son to play team sports, even though his son refuses. Many parents will relate to this question! https://susanstiffelman.com/team-sports-podcast-episode/
Jan 23, 2023
1:102 Creating a Family Mission Statement with Susan Stiffelman
00:11:56
In this episode, you’ll hear Susan talk about the benefits of creating a Family Mission Statement to get your new year off to a solid start. Even young children can participate in this attachment-building family activity! https://susanstiffelman.com/mission-statement-podcast-episode/
Jan 11, 2023
1:101 Climbing Hills Instead of Mountains with Susan Stiffelman
00:16:46
In this episode, you’ll hear Susan role play a scenario with a child who’s refusing to turn off the TV to take a bath, as she talks about the importance of taking on smaller parenting challenges to get better at coping with push back and disconnection. A great episode with lots of practical value! https://susanstiffelman.com/climbing-hills-instead-of-mountains-podcast/
Dec 05, 2022
1:100 When Children Are Anxious
00:22:02
Susan explores how to help kids and teens who are anxious, worried or fearful. You'll learn the importance of being the calm, regulated Captain of the ship to help our kids confront anxiety and learn strategies to cope with fear and build resilience. https://susanstiffelman.com/when-children-are-anxious-podcast-episode/
Oct 19, 2022
1:99 The Value of Parent Education with Amy Knobler
1:98 The Importance of Sleep with Heather Turgeon, MFT
00:16:09
A child’s ability to stay regulated and manage impulses is closely tied to sleep, but try as they may to get their kids to bed, many parents face bedtime struggles night in and night out. In this great conversation, Susan talks with Heather Turgeon, MFT about the why’s and how’s of good sleep practices. https://susanstiffelman.com/heather-turgeon-podcast-episode/
Apr 21 | 00:38:15
1: 107 Raising Healthy Teens With Dr. Lisa Damour
Mar 22 | 00:15:15
1:106 Raising Sensitive Children with Susan Stiffelman, MFT
Feb 27 | 00:13:42
1:105 When Children Are Aggressive
Feb 08 | 00:15:28
1:104 Making Long Term Change with Susan Stiffelman
Feb 06 | 00:11:59
1:103 When Kids Don't Like Team Sports
Jan 23 | 00:11:56
1:102 Creating a Family Mission Statement with Susan Stiffelman
Jan 11 | 00:16:46
1:101 Climbing Hills Instead of Mountains with Susan Stiffelman
Dec 05 | 00:22:02
1:100 When Children Are Anxious
Oct 19 | 00:22:19
1:99 The Value of Parent Education with Amy Knobler
Sep 19 | 00:16:09
1:98 The Importance of Sleep with Heather Turgeon, MFT
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