I’m an Author Accelerator™ Certified Book Coach in memoir. If you’re ready to write your story of transformation, spiritual growth, and resilience, but you’re not sure where to begin, I’ll help you move from first spark to polished final revision. Together, we’ll find your voice, structure your narrative, and refine your drafts. Whether you’re writing for loved ones or a wider audience, you’ll get steady, kind accountability, clear next steps, and thoughtful editorial feedback.

Drawing on a 20-year legal career that honed my editing skills, training as a spiritual director, graduate study in spiritual care for survivors, and my own survivor’s journey, I’ll help you turn what your body carries into words on the page, transforming lived experience into a memoir that heals and inspires.

Memoir Coaching Services

Story Discernment Session

Memoir coaching to clarify your book idea and next steps 

What it is:

A focused coaching session for writers who feel a story stirring but aren’t sure what book they want to write—or whether now is the right time to start.

Who it’s for:

• Writers seeking clarity about their story
• Those considering writing a memoir but not ready to commit to a longer coaching program
• Writers looking for guidance, encouragement, and next steps

You’ll walk away with:

• Clarity about the story you want to tell
• A clear sense of next steps for your memoir
• A sense of my coaching style and approach

What’s included:

• A one-page reflection tool with instructions to help you explore your story
• Written feedback on your responses (inline comments + editorial letter)
• One 50-minute coaching session

Timeline: 2–3 weeks
Investment: $270

Foundations of the Memoir

Four-session memoir coaching package with a certified memoir coach to structure your book before writing

What it is:

An eight-week coaching package designed to give your memoir a solid foundation. We’ll clarify your story’s purpose and structure so you can write forward with confidence.

Who it’s for:

• Writers who know they want to write a memoir
• Those needing help shaping structure, focus, and purpose
• Writers ready for a clear roadmap before drafting

You’ll walk away with:

• A clear “why” for your memoir and its central throughline
• A structured outline for your memoir
• Confidence about what to write and how to move forward with your memoir

What’s included:

• Four assignment deadlines to guide your progress
• Four 50-minute coaching sessions (every other week)
• Written feedback before each session (inline comments + editorial letter)

Timeline: 8 weeks
Investment: $1,600 (pay in full or two payments of $800)

Ongoing Memoir Coaching

Ongoing support and accountability for memoir writing and revision 

What it is:

Steady coaching for writers actively drafting or revising their memoir. You’ll receive accountability, feedback, and encouragement to stay on track and maintain momentum. 

Who it’s for:

• Writers actively drafting or revising a memoir
• Those who work best with deadlines and regular support
• Writers who want consistent guidance and encouragement

 Choose your pace:

• One deadline per month: One submission (up to 20 pages) + one 50-minute coaching call
• Two deadlines per month: Two submissions (up to 20 pages each) + two 50-minute coaching calls

What you’ll receive each month:

• Written feedback on each submission (inline comments + editorial letter)
• Coaching calls to review feedback, answer questions, and clarify next steps
• Accountability and encouragement to maintain momentum

Timeline: Minimum three-month commitment; continues month-to-month

Investment:

• One deadline/month: $400/month
• Two deadlines/month: $800/month

Additional Services

• Manuscript Review / Developmental Edit
• Group coaching (coming soon!)

Questions or ready to start?

Ready to explore support for your writing? Unsure where to begin? Contact me and share a few lines about your goals, where you’re stuck, and what you need to move forward. Prefer to talk? Ask to schedule a free 30-minute Clarity Call to answer your questions and discuss your options.

Certification Note: I completed a robust training program through Author Accelerator™ that included practicums and feedback from experienced coaches. As an Author Accelerator certified book coach, I am qualified to coach writers using Author Accelerator’s strategy, methods, and materials, but I operate independently of Author Accelerator and am not affiliated with them.