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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.

For Dads Only: Living Today with the End of Your Life in View (Interview with Shaunti Feldhahn)

Michelle Watson

I’m so excited that my friend Shaunti Feldhahn is joining me again today on The Dad Whisperer. If you’ve ever read her books (e.g., For Men Only, For Women Only, The Male Factor, etc.) or listened to her speak, you know the WEALTH OF WISDOM she brings to relationships. And today she opens up about the journey she’s recently been on with walking alongside her dad through his failing health to now being in heaven. Join us today as she shares about living our lives with the end in view.

Dad, Your Presence is THE Present

Michelle Watson

As Christmas is right around the corner I encourage you as dads to give your daughter the gift of your presence this upcoming week. Tune in to The Dad Whisperer on my website or listen live to find out more!

Reprioritizing Fathering: Finding Hope and Healing from a Dad’s Absence (Interview with John Finch)

Michelle Watson

My good friend John Finch joins me again today as we continue our conversation about how he found hope and healing after his dad’s suicide and absence, a process that finally led him to reprioritize fathering in order to be more engaged with his three daughters. If you’re a father who could use a heart to heart conversation with a dad who has been through it and come out the other side, this is an interview you don't want to miss.

Unconventional Fathering-How One Dad Inspired His Daughter to Follow Him to the Ends of the Earth (Interview with Emily Hibard)

Michelle Watson

Hi Dads…If you’re ready to be inspired by a daughter whose dad invited her to join him in some crazy, out-of-the-box adventures, you’ll love hearing from my friend, Emily Hibard, producer of The Honor Project, a documentary that celebrates fathers. She and her dad have set a world record with kayaking at both poles, which is just one of many things that this unconventional father did to connect with his daughter! Join us today and hear more of her story.

It’s Never Too Late To Turn Things Around (Interview with Bill Dolan)

Michelle Watson

There is phenomenal power in a dad’s presence in the life of his kids. If anyone knows about this first hand, it’s my friend, Bill Dolan, of Spirit Media. As an author and Emmy-nominated producer and director, his priorities were dramatically rearranged after a death experience that put all of his relationships into perspective. Join us today on The Dad Whisperer as Bill shares his incredible story.

Principles of an Eternal-Minded Sports Dad (Interview with Mike Self)

Michelle Watson

Pastor Mike Self joins me again today to share “8 Principles of Eternal Prize-Minded Sports Dads." You’ll love hearing from this father since he’s an athlete himself, a coach, and is very involved in his kid's sports—which means that he gets this from the inside. I’ve never heard someone talk before about being a sports dad from this vantage point, which is why this is an interview you won’t want to miss!

Keys for Securely Attaching to Your Daughter (Interview with Dr. Tim Clinton)

Michelle Watson

Today on The Dad Whisperer we have the privilege of hearing from Dr. Tim Clinton, president of the American Association of Christian Counselors, as he shares powerful truths regarding the way that secure attachment between a dad and his daughter builds a strong foundation in her life. His insights will lead you as fathers to better understand yourselves, which in turn can help you bond in deeper ways with your daughters.

I Don't Speak Car-Bridging the Dad-Daughter Communication Gap (Interview with Lauree Austin)

Michelle Watson

Today on The Dad Whisperer I’ve titled the show, “I Don’t Speak Car,” where I’ll be sharing some communication challenges I’ve had with men while inviting you as dads to look at similar dynamics you have with your daughters. And for an extra special treat, my friend Lauree Austin will be opening up about similar experiences she’s had to mine. It’s going to be a fun show and we’d love you to join us! 🚗🚕🚙

Five Steps To Diffusing Emotional Blow-Ups With Your Daughter (Interview with Marc Alan Schelske)

Michelle Watson

Hey Dads…Are you in a season where your daughter's emotional intensity levels have you lost without a road map for navigating the rocky terrain? If so, you’re going LOVE hearing today from my wise friend, Marc Schelske, who is a dad himself and lives out the things he teaches. We’d love you to join us as Marc shares FIVE STEPS TO DIFFUSING EMOTIONAL BLOW-UPS WITH YOUR DAUGHTER!


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

Michelle Watson

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

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.