You have lived through the joys, frustrations and heartache of being in the world. You have faced obstacles along the way, had adventures you may not have dreamed of, accomplished dreams you longed for. 

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​Now you are ready to share your life story with the people you love. Let me help you. My experience as a hospice biographer has taught me just how exquisite and precious the gift of a legacy story is. A story crafted with your words, your wisdom to pass on from one generation to the next.

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Over a series of interviews, I will listen, record, transcribe and bring your (or your loved one’s) story to life. I do the writing, honouring your words, your voice and your treasure trove of memories. 

You have a story you want to write but you’re not sure how to proceed. Or perhaps you’ve begun the process of jotting down ideas, anecdotes, impressions of events but can’t quite muster the motivation or momentum to continue.

 

I’ll be your writing coach. I’ll help you develop a storyline that’s rich in detail and true to your lived experience. I’ll keep you on track and support you in finding the right words to tell the story that matters. A story that’s honest, insightful and wholehearted. 

Whether you write regularly or not, you can learn to tap into the transformative potential of writing about your lived experiences. You don’t have to be a professional writer to benefit from the health-giving, mood-altering effects of writing. 

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My training in narrative therapy and expressive writing techniques can help you find ways to: 

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• Ignite creativity in your day-to-day life 

• Explore and deepen your relationships (with yourself, with significant others)

• Reflect on difficult thoughts and complicated emotions with compassion and understanding

• Clarify life and career goals and decisions

• Navigate circumstances of grief and loss

• Cultivate an ongoing practice of personal reflection and community engagement