Pat Black-Gould

Pat Black-Gould is an award-winning author, speaker, and clinical psychologist whose work shines a light on resilience, inclusion, and the stories history nearly forgets. Her acclaimed historical fiction novel, All the Broken Angels, co-authored with Steve Hardiman, is more than a family saga set against the backdrop of the Vietnam War and the shifting landscape of 1960s America. Through Cate, a rebellious young woman navigating societal expectations, the novel captures the awakening of women’s voices and the courage it takes to speak out during times of cultural upheaval.

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Pat’s children’s book, The Crystal Beads, Lalka’s Journey, brings young readers into the quiet bravery of a hidden child of the Holocaust. Both books have received national recognition for their emotional depth and educational impact.

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Professionally, Pat has worked with Vietnam Veterans, served as LGBTQ+ veteran program coordinator, and provided psychological care within forensic hospitals and men’s correctional facilities. Earlier in her career, under her maiden name Patricia Black, she co-authored important academic work on mental health and Cultural Deafness with Dr. Neil Glickman, an experience that continues to inform her advocacy for underrepresented voices.

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A lifelong storyteller, Pat once ran a New York-based theater company, directing inner-city youth and summer stock productions. She’s also the author of award-winning murder mystery scripts like Murder in Hell’s Kitchen, blending suspense with her signature wit and dramatic flair.

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Her fiction and presentations center on inclusion, intergenerational strength, and the transformative power of voice. Short stories like “American Goulash” and “Two Seconds,” also co-written with Hardiman, delve into how memory, conflict, and connection shape our lives.

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Looking for a speaker? Pat offers engaging, thought-provoking talks on diversity, compassion, and storytelling—perfect for book clubs, libraries, schools, and community gatherings.

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