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It’s my joy and honor to equip dads with practical tools to better dial into their daughters’ hearts.

With 25 years of experience as a licensed professional counselor and over 35 years working directly with teens and young adult women. Dr. Michelle Watson brings practical wisdom to dads with daughters of all ages.

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The Dad Whisperer Podcast

Awarded ‘Best Podcast for Men’ by Spark Media.

It’s a joy and honor to equip dads with practical tools to better dial into their daughters’ hearts.

With 25 years of experience as a licensed professional counselor and over 35 years working directly with teens and young adult women, Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield brings practical wisdom to dads with daughters of all ages.

Learn to Read Her Eyes

Michelle Watson

Research has shown that men have twice as much trouble deciphering women's emotions from their eyes as compared with those of other men. Dads, if there was a way to learn to read your daughter’s eyes, would you to be open to learning and changing that trend? Listen today for some “tricks of the trade” where I teach you some inside secrets on this very topic!

How Honorary Dads Can Heal Honorary Daughter's Hurting Heart (Interview with Felicia Snell)

Michelle Watson

Hi friends...I believe that Felicia's story will touch your heart in a profound way. The truth is that she wouldn't be where she is and who she is today had it not been for THREE HONORARY FATHERS who stepped in to fill the void she experienced from her own father. If you or someone who know has suffered abuse from her dad and needs to hear that there is HOPE for HEALING, tune in to hear Felicia's story today.

How to Fight Well with Your Daughter and Succeed

Michelle Watson

If you're a dad with a teenage daughter and could use some pointers on how to navigate conflict when you push each other's buttons, you're going to LOVE hearing from 14-year-old Olivia Mills today on The Dad Whisperer. She opens up about how she and her dad fight well...and succeed in staying allied! 

The Sturdier the Foundation, the Stronger the House: Why Dads Matter

Michelle Watson

Dads, do you ever wonder if you are all that important in the lives of your kids, especially if mom is covering a lot of the parenting bases? Today I'm giving you 10 reasons that fathers really matter, with the title, “The Sturdier the Foundation, the Stronger the House.” I trust you’ll be challenged by hearing why your daughter and son desperately need YOU! #thedadwhisperer #dadsmatter

When God Becomes a Real Father

Michelle Watson

I invite you to listen in today as my dear friend, Paul Young, shares more of his story about how God as a Father brought healing and became close as his Papa. (You'll love hearing the backstory to how he landed on the name "Papa"). I hope you can join us live, online (at KPDQ.com), or on iTunes!

From Bondage to Freedom- The Path to Healing Father Wounds

Michelle Watson

Just a reminder that tomorrow on The Dad Whisperer you'll get to hear Part 2 of my interview with the best hugger on the planet, Paul Young! (I describe them as "holy hugs" because they are so healing). Last week he opened up about his relationship with his dad and this week he will be talking more specifically about God as his Father, his Papa.

And remember that if you're not in your car or near a radio, you can go to the KPDQ website and click "listen live" on the upper right corner of the screen...or listen later and subscribe on iTunes.

What Servant Leadership Looks Like

Michelle Watson

Jim Jones, president of Valiant Leaders, has been a friend of mine since high school and today on The Dad Whisperer he will be sharing about the qualities that shape leaders--and fathers--both inside and outside the home. As a father to three sons and a grandfather to four granddaughters, as well as having been a pastor for 16 years, Jim comes to this topic with extensive personal experience and a heart to inspire fathers to be the leaders they want to be.

When You Long for your Dad to See You

Michelle Watson

Today my dear friend and author ("Brave is the New Beautiful"), Lee Wolfe Blum vulnerably shares about growing up with a deep longing for her dad to see her yet feeling invisible much of the time. You will love hearing her powerful story of healing that came after years of pain. 

How to Win the Heart of Your Teenage Daughter

Michelle Watson

My friend Maddie Pringle is 16 years old and she recently told me that her dad is one of her best friends (how awesome is that?!) 😄 If you want to hear how she and her dad are thriving during her teenage years--with dad Steve opening up about how he wins her heart ♥️--listen in today on The Dad Whisperer.

HERO: Being the Strong Father Your Children Need

Michelle Watson

Pediatrician, author, and fathering expert, Dr. Meg Meeker joins me to talk about her newest book that launches TODAY titled, “Hero: Being the Strong Father Your Children Need.” She brings a wealth of wisdom to this topic and I guarantee that it will be worth your time to listen to this amazing national influencer as she shares insights gained from years of investing in dads.

Have You Hugged Your Daughter Today?

Michelle Watson

Dad, did you know that hugging your daughter can make her feel more secure, resilient, and confident? Today on The Dad Whisperer I’ll be sharing how to have healthy physical interactions with your girl in ways that will help her thrive while honoring her boundaries.

Insights about Fathering from a Relationship Expert

Michelle Watson

Today we have the privilege of hearing about fathering from relationship expert, Dr. Gregg Jantz, not only from his vantage point as a dad to two sons, but also as one who leads and inspires others in their journey. You’re going to love hearing his heart, as well as learning about what it looks like to have “Digital Dinners” with your kids!