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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 30 years of experienced as a licensed professional counselor with a PhD in Psychology and over 40 years working directly with teens and adult women, Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield brings practical wisdom to dads with daughters of all ages.

The Impact of Gender on the Messages We Receive About Emotions (Interview with Marc Alan Schelske)

Michelle Watson

The Impact of Gender on the Messages We Receive About Emotions (Interview with Marc Alan Schelske)
Episode 116

It’s a joy to have my friend and return guest, Marc Schelske joining me today to talk about the impact that gender has on the messages we receive about emotions. Marc will be sharing some powerful insights on this topic to help us understand how to connect with our internal emotional world!

Joining Your Daughter to Believe God for a Breakthrough (Interview with Jason Noble)

Michelle Watson

Joining Your Daughter to Believe God for a Breakthrough (Interview with Jason Noble)
Episode 115

Hey everyone…you’re in for a BIG treat today because my great friend, @jason.noble is joining me on The Dad Whisperer to speak to dads about how to join your daughters in believing God for a breakthrough. Jason is the pastor who is portrayed by Topher Grace in the upcoming movie BREAKTHROUGH🎥 that will be released ‪on April 17th‬ AND he’s the author of the newly released book, BREAKTHROUGH TO YOUR MIRACLE📘(which I had the privilege of endorsing!). This is a conversation that will definitely inspire you! 

For Dads With Estranged Daughters

Michelle Watson

For Dads With Estranged Daughters
Episode 114

I get more emails from BROKEN-HEARTED💔 dads around the country who have estranged daughters than I do anything else. That is why I want to talk openly about this dilemma on The Dad Whisperer while giving you as dads proactive strategies for moving forward. If this is where your relationship is at with your daughter in this season, I encourage you to join me today.

Four Ways a Father Can Lead His Daughter to Draw Near to God (Interview with Dave Patty)

Michelle Watson

Four Ways a Father Can Lead His Daughter to Draw Near to God (Interview with Dave Patty)
Episode 113

It is such a privilege to have my friend of 35+ years, Dave Patty, joining me today on The Dad Whisperer. Dave is the president of Josiah Venture, which is based in Eastern Europe, and he has had worldwide influence in helping people work through their father wounds and voids in order to connect with God as their Heavenly Father. Join us today as Dave shares FOUR WAYS a father can lead his daughter TO DRAW NEAR TO GOD

Helping Your Daughter Close the Dream Gap

Michelle Watson

Helping Your Daughter Close the Dream Gap
Episode 112

Hey Dads…did you know there is something called “the dream gap” that keeps your daughter from believing that she can do and be anything she wants to do and be? If you want to learn how to support her with more precision, you’ll definitely want to listen today as I unpack the research and give you practical ideas for helping to CLOSE THE DREAM GAP for your daughter!

How a Dad Can Build God’s Smile Over His Daughter (Interview with Ed McGlasson)

Michelle Watson

How a Dad Can Build God’s Smile Over His Daughter (Interview with Ed McGlasson)
Episode 111


Today on The Dad Whisperer I am thrilled that my friend Ed McGlasson is returning to tell us how a dad can build God’s smile over his daughter. And if you’re a daughter whose dad has never prayed a blessing over you, you’ll want to listen in because Ed will be doing just that to speak life over each of you!

The Blessing of a Father (Interview with Ed McGlasson)

Michelle Watson

The Blessing of a Father (Interview with Ed McGlasson)
Episode 110

Today we have the privilege of hearing from my friend and former NFL lineman who played with the Giants, the Jets, and the Rams, Ed McGlasson, as he talks about the importance of a dad giving a blessing to his daughter. He’ll also share some of his own story that will cause you as a dad to want to follow his lead.

There's Power In a Name

Michelle Watson

There's Power In a Name
Episode 109

Dads, did you know that there is POWER in your daughter’s name due to the fact that her name is tied to her identity and self worth? Today I’ll be sharing some practical and creative ways that you can powerfully invest in your daughter with the way you affirm her name…and her nickname!

How One Dad Dismantled His False Identity So He Could Be Rebuilt (Interview with David Van Diest)

Michelle Watson

How One Dad Dismantled His False Identity So He Could Be Rebuilt (Interview with David Van Diest)
Episode 108

Today is a raw and real day on The Dad Whisperer as my COURAGEOUS guest, David Van Diest, takes off his mask and admits to a pornography addiction that significantly impacted his life for over two decades. If you want to be inspired by the story of a man whose false identity was dismantled so that his true identity could be rebuilt, then you’ll definitely want to tune in to our conversation today.

Helping Your Daughter to Connect in a Disconnected Culture (Interview with Joe Battaglia)

Michelle Watson

Helping Your Daughter to Connect in a Disconnected Culture (Interview with Joe Battaglia)
Episode 106

I’m so excited to have my great friend Joe Battaglia joining me today to give dads practical ways to help their daughters connect in a disconnected culture. He’ll be sharing insights from his new book UNFRIENDED, which is a must read if you want a resource for leading your daughters to dig deeper in understanding how social media is shaping them.

Understanding a Father's Heart From an Emotional, Not a Program View (Interview with Scott Lekan)

Michelle Watson

Understanding a Father’s Heart From an Emotional, Not a Program View (Interview with Scott Lekan)
Episode 105

Today I have the privilege of talking with my friend, Scott Lekan, who is the Commissioner of the Office of Child Support Enforcement (OCSE) in the Department of Health and Human Services in Washington DC. As a dad to two daughters, he’ll be sharing about his roles as a leader in his home, as well as in our nation. You’ll be amazed at his humility as he reveals his journey of understanding a father’s heart from an emotional, not just a program view.

What's Up With Men and Anger (Interview with Keith Jenkins)

Michelle Watson

What's Up With Men and Anger (Interview with Keith Jenkins)
Episode 104

Today on The Dad Whisperer I've invited my pastor and friend, Keith Jenkins, to share his story of trekking through the maze of anger that used to strangle him to now be living in a place of freedom over rage. The title of our interview is: What’s Up with Men and Anger? Trust me…this is an interview you don’t want to miss!

Guarding Your Daughter's Unshakeable Heart (Interview with Mark Lee)

Michelle Watson

Today I’m excited to be interviewing Mark Lee, lead guitar player for Third Day, as he opens up about his love for his two daughters, his new book, and the story behind his hit song, “Unshakable Heart.” If you want to be inspired by a dad who seeks to guard his daughter’s vulnerable hearts, this is an interview you don’t want to miss! 

Guarding Your Daughter's Unshakeable Heart (Interview with Mark Lee)
Episode 103

Capitalizing on Car Ride Conversations

Michelle Watson

Capitalizing on Car Ride Conversations
Episode 102

Dad, have you discovered that some of the BEST talks you’ve ever had with your daughter are when you’re driving somewhere? There’s something about being side by side that seems to lend itself to quality interactions. Listen today if you want more tips on how to CAPITALIZE ON CAR RIDE CONVERSATIONS!  

What Makes a Dad a Hero?

Michelle Watson

Most dads admit they want to be a hero to their kids yet sometimes the task seems insurmountable. Join me today if you want to learn more about WHAT MAKES A DAD A HERO where I’ll be giving you practical action steps to be the hero you want to be and that your daughter needs you to be!

What Makes a Dad a Hero?
Episode 101

Choosing Boys Wisely: How a Dad Can Help His Daughter (Interview with Terra Mattson).

Michelle Watson

I am so excited to have my longtime friend, new author, and co-founder of LivingWholehearted, Terra Mattson, joining me today to teach dads how to help their daughters choose boys wisely. If you’re a dad who could benefit from a clear road map for leading conversations with your girls about the complex world of BOYS and DATING, then you will love hearing from this seasoned counselor as she brings her wisdom to the conversation today!

Choosing Boys Wisely: How a Dad Can Help His Daughter (Interview with Terra Mattson).
Episode 100

Ten Tried and True Tips for Talking to Your Teen

Michelle Watson

Dad, if you have a teenage daughter, I’m guessing that you’d love to know a few “insider Venusian trade secrets” that are guaranteed to help you better dial in to her heart space. Today I’m giving you “10 Tried and True Tips for Talking to Your Teen.” If you’re ready to add a few more tools to your fathering toolbox that will help your adolescent daughter thrive, then this is the show for you!

Ten Tried and True Tips for Talking to Your Teen
Episode 99

How to “Date” Your Daughters (Interview with Joe Martin)

Michelle Watson

Today on The Dad Whisperer I'm excited for you to hear from my friend, Dr. Joe Martin of Real Men Connect, as he shares effective ways that he connects with his teenage daughter through Dad-Daughter Dates. He shares practical, goal-oriented strategies for engaging her heart that will help you win your daughter’s heart too!

How to “Date” Your Daughters (Interview with Joe Martin)
Episode 97