Pat Palmer

Dr. Pat Palmer was the founder and director of the Assertiveness Training Institute of Denver, “Dr. Pat” counseled adults and young people throughout the U.S. A clinical psychologist, she wrote several books. Her best-selling children’s books, Liking Myself and The Mouse, the Monster and Me, helped many generations of children develop essential life skills. Based on her dissertation, they address the root causes of pain, dysfunction, and addiction she saw in her clients. Originally published by Impact Publishers, they have sold over half a million copies internationally. Dr. Palmer also wrote Teen Esteem and I Wish I Could Hold Your Hand. Dr. Palmer raised two daughters, and worked professionally in a wide variety of children’s programs, including the New Jersey Youth Employment Services, the YMCA and the YWCA.