About the Author
About The Author
Patricia McAlister
Patricia McAlister’s life journey is one marked by struggle, emotional survival, spiritual awakening, and eventual transformation through faith. Long before becoming an author, she experienced years of instability, trauma, unhealthy relationships, emotional confusion, and deep personal pain that shaped much of her identity and life choices.
Growing up around hardship and emotional brokenness, Patricia spent years searching for acceptance, love, and validation in environments that only deepened her struggles.
Rather than hiding those experiences, Patricia chooses to share them honestly so readers struggling with similar pain can understand they are not alone. Her testimony reflects both vulnerability and strength, showing how faith gradually helped her rebuild her life after years of emotional damage and spiritual emptiness.
Today, Patricia focuses her life on ministry, outreach, reconciliation, and helping others who feel trapped by hopelessness or shame.
Through her writing, Patricia hopes readers discover that healing is possible, forgiveness is real, and true peace can still be found after even the darkest experiences.
About The Author
John F. Robertson
John F. Robertson, Ph.D., is a licensed clinical psychologist practicing in Florida and New York. He operates his psychology practice in Orlando, where he provides services to a diverse clientele, focusing on trauma resolution, substance use recovery, and chronic mental health issues. Dr. Robertson played a pivotal role in mental health advocacy as a founding member and Executive Director of the National Black Alcoholism and Addictions Council. Additionally, he co-founded the National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, highlighting his commitment to public health initiatives.
A long-time member of the Episcopal Church, Dr. Robertson is actively involved in his community as a member of the Episcopal Church of St. John the Baptist in Orlando, where he serves on its Vestry. He is also a past President of the Central Florida Chapter of the Union of Black Episcopalians and currently chairs the UBE Mental Health Task Force. His efforts extend to the Diocese of Central Florida’s Becoming Beloved Community Task Force, which aims to promote inclusivity within the church.
Dr. Robertson holds a Bachelor’s degree from Michigan State University, a Master’s degree from Teachers College, Columbia University, and a Doctorate in counseling and clinical psychology from New York University. He credits his wife, Sharon, and a supportive network of family and friends for their enduring encouragement throughout his journey.