Lisa Jass is an author, speaker, and parent communication coach who helps parents of teenagers strengthen connection, reduce conflict, and build more meaningful relationships at home. As the founder of Candid Conversation Coaching, she blends Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) with practical, easy-to-apply strategies that parents can immediately use in real-life situations.

With over 25 years in education as both a high school teacher and assistant principal, Lisa has worked with thousands of teenagers from diverse backgrounds. Through her experience in teaching, administration, research, and one-on-one coaching, she has developed a deep understanding of how teens think, what they value in relationships, and how they perceive communication with their parents. This insight informs the tools and strategies she provides to help families open up healthier, more effective communication.

Lisa brings attention to a critical reality: while the teenage brain is fascinating and often misunderstood, today’s parents are navigating an even more complex landscape—where many teens report near-constant internet use and often choose screens over face-to-face communication. Her work helps parents bridge that gap with clarity, confidence, and intention.

Known for her engaging and interactive speaking style, Lisa guides parents in shifting from reactive communication to intentional conversations that foster trust, openness, and mutual respect. Her sessions provide practical tools and immediate strategies that parents can begin using right away, while also helping them understand the deeper dynamics that influence parent-teen relationships.

Lisa emphasizes that a fulfilling relationship with your teen is absolutely possible—but it requires awareness, consistency, and the right approach. She partners with schools, districts, and organizations to equip families with the skills needed to move past communication barriers and create stronger, more connected relationships that support student success.

She is the author of Beyond Listening and works with schools, districts, and organizations to support families in creating healthier communication patterns that positively impact student success.'