
Debra Heslin
Executive Coach
Territory:
Ft. Lauderdale
State(s) Covered:
Florida
Certifications:
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Debra Heslin, Ph.D. is a transformational executive coach, trainer, and former corporate leader with more than 20 years of experience guiding individuals and organizations through meaningful, sustainable change. With a background that includes senior leadership roles in corporate America, Debra has led large teams, managed complex operations, and navigated high-pressure environments where clarity, resilience, and decisive leadership were essential. This real-world leadership experience allows her to connect deeply with executives and business owners facing the demands of growth, change, and performance at the highest levels.
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Today, Debra works with executives, entrepreneurs, and leadership teams to elevate performance through emotional intelligence, communication mastery, and self-regulation. Her coaching approach integrates neuroscience-based tools, mindset and belief work, and practical leadership strategies to help clients move beyond reactive patterns and lead with confidence, presence, and purpose. Known for her direct yet compassionate style, Debra creates a psychologically safe environment where clients gain clarity, self-awareness, and the ability to make aligned, empowered decisions.
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Debra holds a Ph.D. in Philosophy with an emphasis in Metaphysical Counseling, along with a Master’s Degree in Metaphysical Science. She is extensively trained and certified in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), HeartMath® Resilience and Coherence Training, High Performance Coaching, and advanced mindset and belief-change methodologies. Her work uniquely bridges modern neuroscience, psychology, and leadership development with practical, results-driven coaching applications—making her especially effective with high-achieving leaders who appear successful externally yet feel stuck, overwhelmed, or misaligned internally.
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Outside of her professional work, Debra values physical vitality, personal growth, and meaningful connection. She is an avid fitness enthusiast who practices yoga and meditation and enjoys spending time in nature. As a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, she brings a grounded, human perspective to her coaching—helping leaders balance professional excellence with a fulfilling personal life.
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