about patricia

My strength is helping others tell their stories.

I bring a rare mix of writing, editorial, and senior leadership skills to my client work. My background includes master’s degrees in both English and psychology—as well as a past role as a clinical director in UCSF’s Department of Psychiatry.

And with over thirty years of experience, I help clients achieve their communication and publication goals across diverse mediums, from crafting engaging website copy to finalizing book manuscripts.

My goal is to ensure effective written content that resonates with—and reaches—your intended audience.

A few things about me that set me apart . . .

• master’s degree in English Literature from the University of Chicago

• master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Santa Clara University (Santa Clara, CA).

• formally trained in the following style guides:

  • The Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS),

  • Modern Language Association (MLA)

  • American Psychological Association (APA)

  • Associated Press (AP)

• work with native and non-native English speakers

• able to write and edit in US, UK, and Irish English.

In addition, I understand all the ins-and-outs of running my own business. I’m the former owner and chief strategist of a management consulting company where I led a team of professional organizational consultants.

As a former licensed marriage and family therapist and clinical director in UCSF’s Department of Psychiatry, I was in charge of the clinical oversight and quality management for a range of inpatient, outpatient and community-based mental health services in San Francisco.

When not at my desk, you will probably find me spending time on my small farm where I have sheep and chickens, as well as four willful cats and three loyal ranch dogs.