Dr. Laura Markham

Dr. Laura Markham

Keynote Speaker: Clinical Psychologist at Columbia University, Founder of Aha! Parenting, Parenting Expert & Author

Dr. Laura Markham Biography

Dr. Laura Markham trained as a Clinical Psychologist at Columbia University, but she's also a mom, so she understands kids -- and parents! She uses her Ph.D. to translate proven science and child-development research into the practical solutions you need for the family life you want.

Dr. Laura Markham is the author of three best-selling books that have been translated into 25 languages:

  • "Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids: How to Stop Yelling and Start Connecting"
  • "Peaceful Parent, Happy Siblings: How to Stop the Fighting and Raise Friends for Life"
  • "Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids WORKBOOK: Using Mindfulness and Connection to Raise Resilient, Joyful Children and Rediscover your Love of Parenting"

Dr. Laura Markham's relationship-based parenting model, which she calls Peaceful Parenting, is rooted in research and parent-tested. She's helped thousands of families across the U.S. and Canada find transformative solutions to everything from separation anxiety and sleep problems to sass talk and cell phones.

Dr. Laura Markham makes frequent TV and radio appearances and has been interviewed for thousands of articles by publications as diverse as The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Real Simple, Newsday, Men's Health, Redbook and Parents Magazine.

She lives in Brooklyn, New York and is the proud parent of two happy, kind, responsible and accomplished young adults who were raised with Peaceful Parenting.

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Dr. Laura Markham Speaking Topics

How To Help Kids WANT To Cooperate, without Yelling, Threats, Bribes or Punishment

  • Why children misbehave -- and why conventional punishment makes behavior worse.
  • What research shows about how children develop self-­discipline
  • Power tools you can use immediately to connect with children and help them with their emotions
  • Why yelling and timeouts actually cause more misbehavior
  • 60 Minute Talk with Q and A to help parents apply these ideas to their own families.

Parenting for Resilience in Tough Times

  • What our children most need from us during stressful times.
  • Parenting strategies to encourage resilience in children and teens.
  • Tools you can use today to build your own resilience, calm yourself and counter the overwhelm.
  • How to handle discipline and help your child WANT to cooperate when emotions run high.
  • 60 Minute Talk with Q and A to help parents apply these ideas to their own families.

How to Raise an Emotionally Intelligent Child

  • What the research says about how children develop Emotional Intelligence.
  • Why EQ is more important to your child’s success in life than IQ.
  • Secrets every parent needs to know about crying and anger.
  • Help your child grow a calmer nervous system, so they can manage emotions and behavior.
  • 60 Minute Talk with Q and A to help parents apply these ideas to their own families.

Peaceful Parent, Happy Siblings

  • Help your kids forge a close, lifelong sibling bond.
  • Foster a loving family culture that encourages laughter and minimizes fighting.
  • Create deep connections with each of your children, so that each truly believes you couldn't possibly love anyone else more.
  • Melt entrenched sibling resentment.
  • Teach your children healthy emotional self-management and conflict resolution skills.
  • 60 Minute Talk with Q and A to help parents apply these ideas to their own families.

Mindfulness Workshop for Parents

  • What is Mindfulness?
  • The secrets to stop yelling, shouting and parent tantrums.
  • When you get triggered: shifting your internal state in the moment
  • Guided meditations to heal your parenting
  • Working through emotional triggers so you don’t get triggered as often
  • Self Compassion Tools
  • Daylong Workshop tailored to your group includes Q and A throughout the day plus experiential mindfulness exercises.

Dr. Laura Markham Videos

Peaceful Parenting Challenge: Laughter and Roughhousing
Uncomplicated Parenting By Dr Laura Markham
Peaceful Parenting When You're Stressed

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How much does it cost to book Dr. Laura Markham for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Dr. Laura Markham, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Dr. Laura Markham are Below $10,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Dr. Laura Markham, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does Dr. Laura Markham speak about?

Dr. Laura Markham is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Psychology, Social Sciences, Family & Parenting, Author, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Communication, Personal Growth and Emotional Intelligence.

Where does Dr. Laura Markham travel from?

Dr. Laura Markham generally travels from Brooklyn, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Dr. Laura Markham?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Dr. Laura Markham for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Dr. Laura Markham for your next private or corporate function.

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AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Dr. Laura Markham or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

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Dr. Laura Markham is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Psychology, Social Sciences and Family & Parenting. The estimated speaking fee range to book Dr. Laura Markham for live events is Below $10,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Dr. Laura Markham generally travels from Brooklyn, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Dr. Becky Kennedy, Aliza Pressman and Meg Meeker. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Dr. Laura Markham for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 09/02/2026.

Dr. Laura Markham Speaking Topics

  • How To Help Kids WANT To Cooperate, without Yelling, Threats, Bribes or Punishment

    • Why children misbehave -- and why conventional punishment makes behavior worse.
    • What research shows about how children develop self-­discipline
    • Power tools you can use immediately to connect with children and help them with their emotions
    • Why yelling and timeouts actually cause more misbehavior
    • 60 Minute Talk with Q and A to help parents apply these ideas to their own families.

  • Parenting for Resilience in Tough Times

    • What our children most need from us during stressful times.
    • Parenting strategies to encourage resilience in children and teens.
    • Tools you can use today to build your own resilience, calm yourself and counter the overwhelm.
    • How to handle discipline and help your child WANT to cooperate when emotions run high.
    • 60 Minute Talk with Q and A to help parents apply these ideas to their own families.

  • How to Raise an Emotionally Intelligent Child

    • What the research says about how children develop Emotional Intelligence.
    • Why EQ is more important to your child’s success in life than IQ.
    • Secrets every parent needs to know about crying and anger.
    • Help your child grow a calmer nervous system, so they can manage emotions and behavior.
    • 60 Minute Talk with Q and A to help parents apply these ideas to their own families.

  • Peaceful Parent, Happy Siblings

    • Help your kids forge a close, lifelong sibling bond.
    • Foster a loving family culture that encourages laughter and minimizes fighting.
    • Create deep connections with each of your children, so that each truly believes you couldn't possibly love anyone else more.
    • Melt entrenched sibling resentment.
    • Teach your children healthy emotional self-management and conflict resolution skills.
    • 60 Minute Talk with Q and A to help parents apply these ideas to their own families.

  • Mindfulness Workshop for Parents

    • What is Mindfulness?
    • The secrets to stop yelling, shouting and parent tantrums.
    • When you get triggered: shifting your internal state in the moment
    • Guided meditations to heal your parenting
    • Working through emotional triggers so you don’t get triggered as often
    • Self Compassion Tools
    • Daylong Workshop tailored to your group includes Q and A throughout the day plus experiential mindfulness exercises.

Dr. Laura Markham Videos

Peaceful Parenting Challenge: Laughter and Roughhousing
Uncomplicated Parenting By Dr Laura Markham
Peaceful Parenting When You're Stressed
  • How do I book Dr. Laura Markham to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Dr. Laura Markham for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Dr. Laura Markham, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Dr. Laura Markham or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Dr. Laura Markham for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Dr. Laura Markham, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Dr. Laura Markham are Below $10,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Dr. Laura Markham, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Dr. Laura Markham speak about?

    Dr. Laura Markham is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Psychology, Social Sciences, Family & Parenting, Author, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Communication, Personal Growth and Emotional Intelligence.
  • Where does Dr. Laura Markham travel from?

    Dr. Laura Markham generally travels from Brooklyn, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Dr. Laura Markham?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Dr. Laura Markham for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Dr. Laura Markham for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Dr. Laura Markham or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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