Navigating the Complexities of
Stepfamily Life: 
Tools for Conflict Resolution and Harmony

As a collaborative attorney and highly trained mediator, Ty Supancic is passionate about helping his clients accomplish their goals while maintaining their privacy and independence from a broken and overburdened court system. Ty is married to a stepparent and is a contributor to the Daily Journal, a Superior Court volunteer mediator. He is also a popular speaker on Family Law and estate planning issues. Ty practices in all areas of Family Law from prenuptials to post-judgment modifications and after-divorce estate planning.

Website: thelawcollaborative.com

Stepfamily Summit Speaker Ty Supancic
Stepfamily Summit Speaker Susan Haworth

Susan Haworth holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology and two master’s degrees—one in counseling and the other in management—as well as post-master’s credentials in counseling. She has provided counseling, coaching, and training to individuals, families, and executives for over four decades.

Susan is the owner of Cambios Coaching and Consulting, which specializes in providing individual and couples’ counseling and coaching for stepparents all over the globe. Susan is a contributing writer to StepMom Magazine, where her monthly advice column, “The StepMom Whisperer,” appears. Susan also facilitates support groups for stepmothers.

In addition to publishing articles in numerous trade journals, Susan has been featured in the Wall Street Journal and on national and international radio, podcast and television programs.

Susan’s book, A Change Would Do You Good: Proven Strategies for Creating the Life You Want (January 2022) is available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble and through independent booksellers nationwide. Susan and her family live in Northern California.

Susan Haworth, M.Ed., M.S., PPS

Websitewww.cambioscoaching.com

Here are some of the main points from Susan and Ty's interview:

  • Types of Stepfamily Conflicts Addressed in Mediation
  • Common Issues in Stepfamily Mediation
  • Practical Strategies for Successful Mediation
  • Preparation & Financial Consideration
  • Navigating Impasses and Recognizing Limitation

(the full version of this session runs 0:24:37)

Navigating the Complexities of
Stepfamily Life: 
Tools for Conflict Resolution and Harmony

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