Demetria Henderson, PhD, CPC

Demetria Henderson, PhD, CPC, is the CEO and Founder of DFH Coaching & Consulting, LLC, and the Assistant Dean for Inclusive Excellence at James Madison University. She holds a PhD in Business Management with a focus on Organizational Behavior and Human Resources, a Master’s in Organization Development, and certifications as a Certified Professional Coach, Master Practitioner of the Energy Leadership Index (ELI), and CliftonStrengths Coach.

With more than 15 years of corporate experience in statistical consulting, business analytics, and project management, Demetria now dedicates her work to supporting mid-career professional women. She specializes in helping women who have “played by the rules,” consistently prioritized others, and are asking themselves, “is this it?” Through her coaching, she challenges and empowers clients to explore and embrace their own dreams and ambitions, moving past feelings of guilt or uncertainty, with clarity and confidence. Her mission is to guide them toward meaningful, fulfilling careers that provide financial, emotional, and spiritual harmony, allowing them to live authentically on their terms.

A fun fact: Demetria’s top CliftonStrengths—Learner, Relator, Intellection, Developer, and Deliberative—reflect her thoughtful, growth-oriented approach to coaching. Known for her ability to ask insightful questions that inspire clarity and meaningful change, she encourages clients to act with intention.