Today we’d like to introduce you to Dr. Dwayne Buckingham.
Hi Dr. Dwayne , thanks for joining us today. We’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
I grew up in JVL one of the toughest and most impoverished neighborhoods in St. Louis, Missouri.
I was raised in extreme poverty and was exposed to violence, drugs, crime, murder, and death. Due to my horrible living conditions and dangerous environment, I developed a loser’s mindset and navigated through life believing that my life was meaningless. But, through self-discipline, sacrifice, prayer, selflessness, and perseverance, I became the first doctor in my family, built a six-figure consulting business, and retired from active-duty service after serving 22 years in the United States Air Force and the United States Public Health Service.
I share my story to reveal an emotional truth about life. And my life’s motto and personal quote reflect that truth: “Your Birth Status Does Not Determine Your Life Status.” Also, my story reminds individuals that despite the conditions we experience or face in life, we should never stop believing that we were Created To Win.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
Not a smooth road.
– I was born into extreme poverty and shared my sleeping quarters with rats and roaches
– Raised by my single mother in the ghetto
– Had to overcome bullying, a speech impediment and failing second grade
– Was taught to use spirituality to cope with the harsh reality of poverty and violence
– Was shot in the arm – age 8
– Saw my first dead body at age 10
– My mother passed from cancer when I was age 17
– I was robbed at gun point at age 19
– I attended my 17-year nephew’s funeral at age 21
– I attended one of best friend’s funeral at age 24
– I also learned to that my trauma was rooted in my Cultural Identity
Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know?
Buckingham Consulting Group, LLC (BCG) operates as a strategic holding company that oversees a portfolio of specialized subsidiaries delivering coaching, consulting, education, clinical services, youth development, experiential learning, and social-impact solutions designed to help people and organizations thrive.
Each subsidiary operates independently while remaining anchored to BCG’s commitment to empathy, resilience, and transformation.
Our Subsidiaries:
1. Buckingham Coaching Academy, LLC – ICF-Aligned Coach Education & Certification
2. The ERT Institute, LLC – Consulting, Training & Continuing Education
3. R.E.A.L. Therapy Solutions, LLC – Clinical Counseling & Behavioral Health Services
4. Elite Soccer & Basketball Academy, LLC – Youth Development Through Sports
5. EmpathyRoute Courier Services, LLC – Courier & Concierge Services
6. Empathy Journeys, LLC – Transformational Travel & Experiential Learning
1. What Should Customers Know?
Customers should know that BCG is not a single-service firm, but a purpose-built ecosystem designed to support growth, healing, leadership, and transformation across multiple stages of life and organizational development.
Every subsidiary exists to solve a specific problem — all aligned under one coherent philosophy and standard of excellence.
2. What Does BCG Do / What Is the Holding Company Known For?
BCG specializes in:
– Human-centered transformation
– Accredited education and professional development
– Strategic consulting and systems-level change
– Evidence-based coaching and clinical integration
BCG is known for translating empathy, resilience, and transformation into practical frameworks, programs, and services that produce measurable outcomes for individuals, organizations, and communities.
3. What Sets BCG Apart From Others?
What distinguishes BCG is its rare integration of credibility, structure, and purpose:
– Dual credibility across coaching, clinical, and educational domains
– Accredited and approved programs (ICF-aligned, ASWB-approved)
– Proprietary frameworks grounded in real-world application
– A holding-company model that ensures consistency, quality, and scalability
– A focus on outcomes, not performative or surface-level development
BCG bridges the gap between personal transformation and institutional impact.
4. What Are We Most Proud Of — Brand-Wise?
We are most proud that the BCG brand represents:
– Integrity over hype
– Depth over trends
– Transformation over transactions
Our work is ethical, rigorous, and rooted in service — not branding theatrics. Every offering reflects intentional design, professional standards, and respect for the people we serve.
5. What Do We Want Customers to Know About the Brand, Offerings, and Services?
Customers should know that:
– Every BCG service is intentional, accredited where applicable, and outcomes-focused
– Our subsidiaries are specialists, not generalists
– Our ecosystem allows clients to grow with us across multiple needs without sacrificing quality
We deliver real development, real tools, and real change.
BCG guides people forward when needs evolve. Therefore, our customers don’t have to leave our ecosystem to grow —they simply move to the next level of service or support.
What sort of changes are you expecting over the next 5-10 years?
Behavioral health counseling, consulting and coaching will continue to expand over the next 5-10 years because technology will enhance technical creativity, but it cannot replace human connection.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.buckinghamcgroup.com
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrDwayneBuckingham/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dwayne-buckingham-phd-lcsw-c-bcd-pcc-97bab22b/
