Let’s Work Together
I offer a variety of genealogy services including family history research, genealogy coaching, genetic genealogy (DNA), family history books, and lineage society research (DAR, Mayflower). Feel free to get in touch!
FAMILY HISTORY
Genealogy Services
Genealogy Research
Hire me as your professional genealogist to trace your family tree. This customized service can focus on ancestor research, genetic genealogy (DNA), brick wall ancestors, or lineage society applications (DAR, Mayflower).
Ancestry Private Training
Make the most of your investment in an Ancestry DNA test with a one-hour personalized training session. We’ll meet on Zoom to explore your results and answer your questions. You’ll also receive a customized action plan for future reference.
Genealogy Coaching
Genealogy coaching is perfect for the DIY family historian who would like some guidance from a professional genealogist. We can meet by phone or Zoom. Coaching is completely customized to your needs!
CHOOSE US
My Specialties
Geographic Specialties
- United States and Canada
- British Isles (England, Scotland, Wales, Ireland, Northern Ireland)
- Western Europe (Sweden, France, Italy, Spain)
- Mexico and Latin America
Note: I speak French, Italian, and Spanish and can reach your family documents in the original language
Genetic Genealogy
- Brick wall analysis using DNA (using autosomal, mtDNA, and Y-DNA)
- Unknown parentage and adoption
- Forensic genealogy
Lineage Society Applications
- Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR)
- General Society of Mayflower Descendants
Heirloom Family History Books
- Custom family histories
- Custom family photo books
TESTIMONIALS
Happy Students + Clients
DNA Discoveries
Using advanced DNA techniques, Patrice helped me discover the ancestors of my great-grandfather, who had been a brick wall in our family tree for decades.
– Joan C.
Mayflower Connection
Despite numerous challenges, Patrice was able to research and verify my Mayflower ancestors, finally qualifying me for membership in the Society for Mayflower Descendants.
– Anna B.
Loved the Class
I loved Patrice’s genealogy class and decided to hire her to trace my family history back to colonial New England, discovering fascinating stories along the way. Great job!
– Richard D.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What do you charge for genealogy research?
My genealogy research fees are $50 per hour with a 5 hour minimum. Coaching rates start at $75 for the first hour (includes summary report) with subsequent hours charged at $50 per hour.
Why do you charge by the hour and not per research project?
I’ve had a number of people ask me to give them a firm quote on how much it will cost to trace their ancestors back a specific number of generations. The problem is that genealogy is a field with many unknowns. It could take me 10 minutes to find your great-grandfather or it could take 10 hours. Or he could be a brick wall (for now). Instead, my commitment to my clients is that I will use all of my extensive experience and training to find as much verified information as I can about your ancestors in the time allotted.
Do you guarantee that you will find my ancestors?
Unfortunately, no genealogist can guarantee to find specific ancestors. There are too many unknowns including the lack of records, lost or destroyed records, name changes, etc. What I do guarantee is that I will use all of my extensive experience to find all available information on the ancestors you seek.
Can I specify exactly what I want you to research?
Absolutely! Each project begins with a brief conversation about your goals. You can choose to have me research a particular line of your family or a particular ancestor, try to break through a brick wall, use DNA to resolve a family history mystery, find your ancestors in old newspapers, or prepare a lineage society application. It’s entirely up to you.
