Dahria Williams-Fernandes is a devoted wife, mother, motivational speaker, Funeral Director, and President of Floyd A. Williams Funeral Home. She is also a former Professor of Mortuary Science, Mortuary Law, and Thanatology and previously served as Chairman of the Massachusetts State Board of Professional Licensure for Funeral Directors & Embalmers. Dahria's journey in funeral service has ignited a profound passion for helping others during their most challenging times, fostering love, faith, purpose, motivation, empowerment, and the celebration of legacy.

Believing in the power of meeting people where they are to inspire transformative thinking, Dahria channels her insights from a lifetime of serving others into her work as a Certified Life Coach, Art Therapist, End-of-Life Doula, Grief Educator, and Grief Recovery Specialist. She founded the nonprofit organization PAUSE ~ A Movement for A Moment, which strives to raise awareness about the stages and span of life and the importance of the lens through which we view it. Through her work, Dahria has come to understand the intricacies of legacy—what defines it, what can reshape it, and how everyone has something unique to offer the world.

Her mission is to be a voice that uncovers the "wisdom in the wounds" and provides practical tools to navigate grief while being a compassionate listener for grievers through every phase of life. She is dedicated to expanding the conventional scope of funeral service and end-of-life planning, recognizing her role as a first responder to grief and a guide who helps strengthen hearts and minds during times of transition and challenge. She advocates for a universal commitment to grief, mental health, and wellness initiatives for all types of grievers.

“It is not about dying. It is about finding the path to Living Forever by daily choosing to Walk in the Light of our Legacy.”

The Grief Recovery Method, a research-based approach, has become an essential part of the PAUSE initiative. Having personally experienced and embraced this method, Dahria found it to be a comprehensive, effective resource that perfectly complements the services offered at the funeral home and serves as a valuable tool within PAUSE's toolkit and coaching practice.

Why Take This Course? Grief is a natural, yet often misunderstood, response to loss, and many feel alone navigating it. By taking Dahria's Grief Recovery Method course, you'll be guided through a proven, research-based process that has helped countless individuals worldwide. You'll gain the tools, understanding, and compassionate support needed to address unresolved grief, enabling you to heal and move forward with a renewed sense of purpose and peace. Whether you are dealing with recent loss or past experiences that still affect your well-being, this course offers a safe and nurturing environment to uncover and release the emotional pain associated with grief. Dahria brings her extensive experience, heartfelt empathy, and deep commitment to walking alongside you, ensuring you are supported every step of the way.

Dahria is eager to walk with you through this transformative method. She offers group sessions and has limited availability for one-on-one support, providing a space where you can join a community dedicated to the shared goal of healing and wellness.