Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield
Father/Daughter, Regular Contributor
At the National Center for Fathering, Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield plays a leading role in our efforts to encourage and equip dads of daughters. She regularly writes insightful articles (see below) and co-chairs NCF’s Father-Daughter Initiative with her husband, Dr. Ken Canfield. Dr. Michelle is a licensed professional counselor of more than 25 years in Portland, Oregon, founder of The Abba Project, a 9-month group forum for dads of daughters (ages 13 to 30), and author of Let’s Talk: Conversation Starters for Dads and Daughters and Dad, Here’s What I Really Need from You: A Guide for Connecting with Your Daughter’s Heart (both available on Amazon and Audible). She also hosts a weekly radio program/podcast in Portland called “The Dad Whisperer,” which you can access on her website and on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, and Google Play Music. Visit drmichellewatson.com for more information and to sign up for her weekly Dad-Daughter Friday blogs. You can also follow or send feedback on Facebook and Twitter.
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Recent Articles by Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield
Dad Words That Wound: What NOT to Say to Your Daughter
A father’s words can have a profound impact. Here are 25 hurtful, potentially damaging phrases dads should avoid from Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield.
16 Ideas for Father-Child Holiday Traditions
Create memories with your child this Christmas through traditions. From simple outings to creative projects, find inspiration to make it truly special.
Dad: Water Your Daughter’s Heart with Positive Words
Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield: Like a plant needs water, dad, your daughter needs your encouragement & affirmation. Nurture her heart. Help her thrive.
Connecting Through Fashion: Understanding Your Daughter’s Unique Style
Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield: Your daughter’s style expresses who she is, and a wise dad enters in and seeks to understand that part of her.
Let’s TALK: 4 Keys to Connecting with Your Daughter
Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield: Relating to your daughter can be challenging, and you need a skill set to communicate with her consistently.
A Dozen Activities to Help You Win Your Daughter’s Heart
Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield: Dad: give your time, energy, and creativity to communicate to your daughter that she’s worth celebrating.
Perfume Day: A Powerful Dad-Daughter Holiday Tradition
Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield: Why not adopt a new tradition and create lasting memories of positive interaction with your daughter?
Mars, Venus, and the ABCs of Fathering Daughters
Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield: Here are three quick-and-to-the-point components of being a dialed-in dad for your daughter.
What to Do When You Dread Father’s Day
Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield: If you feel angry, sad or confused on Father’s Day, here are some truths to hold to and suggested steps to take.
What Dads of Daughters Need to Know in 3 Words
Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield: Dad, you will do more damage to your daughter’s heart through your anger than anything else.